Car Budget GuardCar affordability calculator

Buy a Car You Love - Without Wrecking Your Finances

In just 3 minutes, discover the safe car budget that keeps your family secure,
your savings intact, and your peace of mind untouched.

  • Avoid debt stress.
  • Protect your future.
  • Drive happy.
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  • Total vehicle purchase price -
  • Down payment -
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  • Monthly loan payment -
  • Total interest paid -
  • Total monthly car costs -

3 Simple Steps to Your Safe Car Budget

  • 1

    Enter your monthly numbers

    Add your monthly net income and monthly expenses — these are required for the base calculation.

  • 2

    Fine-tune with optional details

    For a more accurate result, include optional data like sales tax rate, annual interest rate, debts, and savings goals.

  • 3

    Get your personalized price range

    Instantly see the safe car budget that keeps your finances balanced and your family secure.

Start simple or go deep — the more details you add, the more precise your result and detailed affordability report will be.

Most Car Buyers Overspend by $6,000+ - Here's Why

  • Dealers focus on monthly payment, not your total financial health.
  • Hidden costs like insurance, taxes, and maintenance aren't factored in.
  • No personalized calculation means you risk stretching your budget too far.

Overspending on a car isn't just a higher payment today. It can drain your savings, create years of debt, and add constant financial stress.

Our calculator combined with the detailed affordability report gives you a clear, personalized safe price range. You'll know exactly what you can afford, avoid debt traps, and buy with total confidence.

Unlock Your Detailed Affordability Report - Make a Smart Car Purchase

Turn your quick calculation into a complete financial roadmap for your next car.

  • Clear summary with your recommended car budget, monthly cost, and risk level
  • Safe price ranges (conservative, optimal, aggressive) tailored to your finances
  • All-in monthly ownership cost estimate (loan, insurance, fuel, maintenance, fees)
  • Five-year total cost of ownership with a simple category-by-category breakdown
  • Monthly budget impact showing how total car costs fit into your cash flow
  • Smart loan guidance with recommended term, payment, and down payment for your budget
  • Stress-test results so you see how your budget holds up in conservative, baseline, and worst-case scenarios
  • Cost-per-kilometer estimate based on your driving distance and ownership costs
  • Personalized analysis of your insurance, fuel, and maintenance spending levels
  • Curated shortlist of vehicles that fit your price range and usage profile
  • Action plan with clear next steps for conservative, optimal, and aggressive purchase strategies

Questions? We've Got Answers.