Car Loan EMI in India — How to Pay Less Interest

## Car loans in India Banks like SBI, HDFC, and ICICI offer car loans at 7%–15% depending on your credit profile and the car type. New cars typically get lower rates than used cars. ## How to negotiate your rate Your credit score (CIBIL score) is the biggest factor. A score above 750 gets you the best rates. A score below 650 may mean you pay 3–4% more — or get rejected. ## Down payment strategy Most banks require a minimum 10%–20% down payment. Putting down 30%+ can get you a rate reduction of 0.5%–1%.