Auto Loans in Idaho

Idaho's rapid population growth has brought a more competitive dealership and lending market, particularly in the Boise metro. Trucks and SUVs are dominant vehicle categories given Idaho's terrain, and loan amounts here often exceed the national median for those vehicle types.

Current auto loan rate benchmarks

National averages from the Federal Reserve G.19 (live data) — commercial banks, new car loans. Not state-specific rates — not a rate quote. Your actual rate depends on credit score, down payment, vehicle, and lender.

60-Month New Car

7.52%

National avg, commercial banks — February 2026

72-Month New Car

7.55%

National avg, commercial banks — February 2026

Credit Unions

Typically 1–2 pts below banks

NCUA rate comparison →

Illustrative example — not a rate quote or offer

$35,000 loan · 60 months · 7.52% APR (Federal Reserve G.19 (live data) national benchmark)

Est. monthly

$702

Total paid

$42,100

Total interest

$7,100

Source: Federal Reserve G.19 Consumer Credit · NCUA rate comparison

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