What is APR?

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What is APR?

APR, or Annual Percentage Rate, is the yearly cost of borrowing expressed as a percentage. It combines the interest rate with certain lender fees spread over the loan term, giving you the true annual cost of the loan. This standardization lets you compare auto financing offers from different lenders on a like-for-like basis because the lower APR generally means lower overall cost. The APR affects the total interest paid over the life of the loan and, with the loan term, also influences monthly payments. For the same loan amount and term, a higher APR increases total interest and monthly payments, while a lower APR reduces both. Fees included in the loan can push the APR higher than the nominal rate, and lenders are required to disclose APR to help you compare products accurately.

APR, or Annual Percentage Rate, is the yearly cost of borrowing expressed as a percentage. It combines the interest rate with certain lender fees spread over the loan term, giving you the true annual cost of the loan. This standardization lets you compare auto financing offers from different lenders on a like-for-like basis because the lower APR generally means lower overall cost. The APR affects the total interest paid over the life of the loan and, with the loan term, also influences monthly payments. For the same loan amount and term, a higher APR increases total interest and monthly payments, while a lower APR reduces both. Fees included in the loan can push the APR higher than the nominal rate, and lenders are required to disclose APR to help you compare products accurately.

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