BMW Financing: What To Know in 2026
Choosing the right lender for your new or used BMW can help you lower your monthly payments and save on interest. We’ll help you find the best BMW finance rates so you can get behind the wheel sooner.
How do your BMW payments compare to the average?
Use our auto loan calculator to determine how much car you can afford.
We analyzed data from trusted sources like KBB.com, Edmunds and Experian to estimate average BMW monthly payments based on credit score.
Here’s how to use our guide to help you shop for a good deal on a BMW loan.
1. Check your credit. You’ll need to know your credit score to use our guide. Don’t know your score? Check your credit for free with LendingTree Spring.
2. Compare monthly payments. Find your credit score and BMW model in the tables below and compare your quotes with our estimates. If you don’t see your preferred model, choose the one with the closest manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP).
Car buyers with better credit tend to choose shorter terms. They’ll have higher monthly payments but pay less interest over time.
Learn more about how we calculated average monthly BMW payments.
Estimated average monthly payments for new BMWs
| Model | Starting MSRP | Monthly payment (501-600 credit score) | Monthly payment (601-660 credit score) | Monthly payment (661-780 credit score) | Monthly payment (781-850 credit score) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 BMW 2 Series | $41,700 | $709.90 | $637.55 | $599.95 | $625.77 |
| 2026 BMW 3 Series | $47,500 | $825.30 | $741.18 | $697.47 | $727.50 |
| 2026 BMW X5 | $67,600 | $1,225.22 | $1,100.34 | $1,035.45 | $1,080.02 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | $50,900 | $892.95 | $801.94 | $754.64 | $787.13 |
| 2026 BMW i5 | $67,100 | $1,215.27 | $1,091.41 | $1,027.04 | $1,071.25 |
Estimated average monthly payments for used BMWs
| Model | Fair purchase price | Monthly payment (501-600 credit score) | Monthly payment (601-660 credit score) | Monthly payment (661-780 credit score) | Monthly payment (781-850 credit score) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 BMW 2 Series | $19,242 | $371.32 | $327.34 | $289.14 | $282.48 |
| 2020 BMW 3 Series | $20,591 | $404.14 | $356.26 | $314.69 | $307.44 |
| 2020 BMW X5 | $26,170 | $539.84 | $475.89 | $420.36 | $410.67 |
| 2018 BMW X3 | $18,610 | $355.95 | $313.78 | $277.17 | $270.79 |
| 2024 BMW i5 | $42,956 | $948.14 | $835.82 | $738.29 | $721.28 |
BMW finance options
To find the best BMW finance rates, you should get quotes from several different lenders. Fortunately, this doesn’t have to take a lot of time or effort — you can find out what rates you qualify for by submitting a few forms online.
BMW Financial Services
BMW deals and incentives.
If you finance directly with BMW, you’ll get a loan from BMW Financial Services. This is called captive financing, and it’s the second most popular way to pay for a car, behind bank loans, according to Experian.
BMW Financial Services offers financing on new BMWs and used BMWs model year 2016 and newer. Loan terms range from 24 to 84 months, and you may be able to finance a BMW with a low down payment — or none at all. Your interest rate will depend on your loan terms, credit score and location, but as of the writing of this article, BMW Financial Services is offering rates as low as 0.90% under certain terms and conditions.
BMW doesn’t publicize what credit score you’ll need to qualify for an auto loan through BMW Financial Services, and don’t currently offer a way to prequalify for financing. When you apply for financing through BMW Financial Services, you’ll provide basic personal information, including your address, Social Security number, income, down payment and desired BMW model. Then, BMW will do a hard credit pull, which may temporarily lower your credit score by a few points.
Financing programs and incentives
BMW often offers financing incentives that can reduce your overall cost, such as promotional APR offers, loyalty savings for returning BMW customers, and programs for recent college graduates or military members. BMW also provides a rate-lock feature that allows you to hold your estimated financing rate for a set period while you shop or finalize your vehicle choice.
Availability varies, so it’s worth reviewing BMW’s current offers on its website or at a dealership to see what you may be eligible for.
Bank and credit union auto loans
You can get a discounted interest rate through your bank or credit union.
Traditional lenders like banks and credit unions offer auto loans. They typically come with competitive rates for borrowers with good to excellent credit — and, as a bonus, these lenders often offer discounted rates to current customers. As of the writing of this article, Bank of America is offering rates as low as 5.34% on new cars and an interest rate discount for Preferred Rewards members.
If you’re a member of a credit union or bank, reach out to ask them whether they offer discounts to current clients. The application process should be simple. Many banks and credit unions allow you to prequalify for a loan, which will allow you to look at your potential interest rates without damaging your credit.
Online auto loans
Shopping around for low BMW financing rates.
If you’re looking for the best deal on your BMW loan, it’s a good idea to compare rates from a few lenders. Some online lenders specialize in auto loans for people with fair or bad credit, so if you can’t secure financing through BMW Financial Services or your bank, an online lender may be your best bet.
You can get quotes from up to five lenders at once through the LendingTree auto marketplace. Fill out a form with basic information about the car you want, your down payment, desired loan term and employment information. Then, once you’ve seen the rates you qualify for, you can compare them with any other quotes you already have for your new BMW. Checking your rates won’t hurt your credit.
In-house financing
Financing a BMW if you have bad credit and no other options.
At a buy here, pay here dealership, you can get a loan directly through the dealer instead of working with an outside lender — this is called in-house financing. But while these loans are convenient and often available to people with bad credit, they come with a hefty price tag in the form of high interest rates.
Bottom line: You’ll likely pay more for your BMW loan at a buy here, pay here dealership than with a traditional lender. If you’re having trouble getting BMW financing, consider auto loans for bad credit.
How we calculated average monthly BMW payments
To calculate average monthly BMW payments, we found estimated starting MSRPs and the fair purchase price for some of BMW’s most popular models.
Then, we subtracted an average down payment from each. According to Edmunds, the average down payment on a new vehicle was $6,020 in Q3 2025. For used vehicles, it was $3,976. The resulting figure represents the total amount our hypothetical borrowers financed.
From there, we used our auto loan calculator to figure out average monthly BMW payments, using average APRs and loan terms as reported by Experian’s State of the Automotive Finance Market Q3 2025 (you’ll find this data in the tables below). Please note that loan terms were rounded to the nearest whole number during our calculations.
Keep in mind that your specific car payment depends on personal factors like your credit score, ZIP code and the type of car loan you’re getting. We don’t include dealer fees, which can add up to 10% of the car’s price if you buy at a dealership.
| Subprime (501-600) | Near prime (601-660) | Prime (661-780) | Superprime (781-850) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average APR | 13.34% | 9.77% | 6.51% | 4.88% |
| Average loan term | 74.30 months | 75.03 months | 72.01 months | 64.80 months |
| Subprime (501-600) | Near prime (601-660) | Prime (661-780) | Superprime (781-850) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average APR | 19.00% | 14.11% | 9.65% | 7.43% |
| Average loan term | 66.58 months | 68.30 months | 68.54 months | 65.86 months |
Frequently asked questions
As of the writing of this article, BMW is not currently advertising any 0% financing offers.
Interest rates with BMW Financial vary based on the car model, the borrower’s credit score, the down payment and the term length. As of the writing of this article, BMW is currently offering rates as low as 0.90% to qualified buyers.
One of the best times to buy a car is at the end of a sales cycle — think end of month or end of year — when salespeople are likely working to hit a quota in order to get a bigger bonus. Keep an eye out for holiday sales, since many dealerships will offer discounts on holidays to incentivize people to buy.
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