How to use the Personal Loan Calculator
- 1 Choose an annuity loan (fixed monthly payment) or a linear loan (fixed repayment).
- 2 Enter the loan amount, the annual interest rate and the term in years.
- 3 Read the monthly payment, the total interest and the yearly overview of repayments and remaining debt.
Shorter term, less interest
Borrowing €15,000 at 7.9% costs €303.43 a month over 5 years, with €3,206 interest in total. Repay it in 3 years and the payment rises to €469.35, but the interest falls to €1,897 – saving over €1,300.
What affects the cost
- Interest rate: compare offers by their APR, which includes fees.
- Term: a longer term lowers the monthly payment but raises the total cost.
- Purpose: car loans and home-improvement loans sometimes get lower rates than unsecured loans.
Borrow responsibly
Check that the monthly payment fits your budget with room to spare for unexpected costs. In many countries lenders must check your income and existing debts before granting a loan.
Frequently asked questions
What is the monthly payment on a €15,000 loan?
At 7.9% over 5 years, about €303 a month; over 3 years about €469 a month.
Can I use this for a car loan?
Yes. Car loans are usually annuity loans, so enter the amount, rate and term to see the monthly payment.
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