GMC Financing: What To Know in 2026
If you’re in the market for a GMC truck or SUV, there are many ways to finance it. If you have excellent or good credit, you can get low-interest rates from GM Financial or banks and credit unions. With fair or bad credit, compare loans from trustworthy online lenders to find your best rate.
After getting a loan offer, check it against our average GMC monthly payments report to see how it stacks up.
How do your GMC payments compare to the average?
Use the LendingTree auto loan calculator to determine how much car you can afford.
We analyzed data from trusted sources like Edmunds and Experian to estimate average GMC monthly payments based on credit score.
Here’s how to use our guide to help you shop for a good deal on a GMC loan.
- 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.
- Compare monthly payments. Find your credit score and GMC 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 GMC payments.
Estimated average monthly payments for new GMCs
| 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 GMC Acadia | $45,595 | $787.40 | $707.14 | $665.44 | $694.09 |
| 2026 GMC Canyon | $40,995 | $695.88 | $624.95 | $588.09 | $613.41 |
| 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 | $40,895 | $693.89 | $623.16 | $586.41 | $611.66 |
| 2026 GMC Terrain | $31,895 | $514.82 | $462.35 | $435.08 | $453.81 |
| 2026 GMC Yukon | $71,795 | $1,308.68 | $1,175.30 | $1,105.99 | $1,153.60 |
Estimated average monthly payments for used GMCs
| 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 GMC Acadia | $16,636 | $307.94 | $271.46 | $239.78 | $234.26 |
| 2020 GMC Savana | $26,260 | $542.03 | $477.82 | $422.06 | $412.34 |
| 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 | $24,427 | $497.44 | $438.51 | $387.35 | $378.42 |
| 2020 GMC Terrain | $15,442 | $278.89 | $245.86 | $217.17 | $212.16 |
| 2020 GMC Yukon | $28,689 | $601.11 | $529.90 | $468.07 | $457.29 |
GMC finance options
If you have fair to excellent credit, you’ll likely find the best rates whether you go with GM Financial, a bank, a credit union or an online lender. A loan from a buy here, pay here dealership should be your last resort — explore each of your other options first.
GM Financial
Finding GM financing deals and offers.
If your credit is good enough to qualify, GM Financial may be the cheapest way to finance your GMC when there are special deals running. It’s a good idea to get quotes from multiple lenders to ensure you’re getting the best rates. GM Financial doesn’t disclose a minimum credit score, but it’s easy to find out whether you’ll likely qualify for a loan by applying for prequalification with GM Financial online.
Financing directly with GMC — also known as manufacturer or captive financing — is convenient. Once you’ve prequalified, you can request a quote from your local GMC dealer and work directly with them to get a loan for your car. Your GM Financial rates will depend on several factors, including your ZIP code, the car model and any special offers or sales events.
Financing programs and incentives
GM Financial regularly offers incentives that may reduce your overall cost, including promotional financing offers and discounts for eligible groups such as GM employees and their families, supplier employees, first responders and members of the military. Some offers may also include cash allowances tied to specific vehicles or partner programs. Availability varies by model and location, so checking current GM Financial offers through GMC’s website or your local dealer is the best way to see what you may qualify for.
Bank and credit union auto loans
You qualify for discounted rates through your bank or credit union.
Banks and credit unions often give lower interest rates to their customers, making it attractive for those seeking financing deals. Ask your bank or credit union about any special offers that can reduce your interest rate. For instance, if you’re a Preferred Rewards member at Bank of America, you can get up to 0.50% off your interest rate on your Bank of America auto loan.
Federal credit unions often offer low interest rates because they’re regulated by the federal government, and APRs are currently capped at 18.00%. Credit unions sometimes offer car-buying services, which can help you find a loan with a discounted interest rate.
Applying for a loan at a bank or credit union is easy. You may be able to prequalify with a soft credit check that won’t affect your credit and lets you see possible loan terms. Getting preapproved for a car loan is more detailed, using a hard credit check that could slightly lower your score, but gives you specific offers.
Online auto loans
You’re comparing several loan offers in order to find the best rate.
To get the best rate on a car loan, shop around. People with fair or bad credit are more likely to get a car loan from an online lender than from a bank or GM Financial.
Shopping around doesn’t have to be a long process, either. You can get financing offers from up to five different lenders by filling out a single form with LendingTree’s auto marketplace. Comparing rates won’t affect your credit score, and having several offers in front of you will ensure you’re getting the lowest rates for your new or used GMC.
In-house financing
You have bad credit and no other options.
Buy here, pay here dealerships offer in-house financing, or loans that come from the dealership rather than a financial institution or traditional lender. In-house financing can be tempting for borrowers with bad credit, since eligibility requirements are typically low, making it easier to qualify. But buy here, pay here loans often come with predatory interest rates that make them expensive and difficult to pay back.
Before you sign on with a buy here, pay here dealership, consider lenders that specialize in car loans for bad credit. If you don’t qualify for a loan with a reputable online lender, make sure you can afford the car payment in your offer from the in-house financing dealership.
How we calculated average monthly GMC payments
To calculate average monthly GMC payments, we found estimated starting MSRPs and the fair purchase price for some of GMC’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 GMC 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 | 75.03 | 72.01 | 64.80 |
| 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 | 68.30 | 68.54 | 65.86 |
Frequently asked questions
As of the writing of this article, GMC is offering 0% APR for qualified buyers on some models. GMC finance deals vary by season and location. Visit GMC’s website for the most up-to-date financing offers.
As of this writing, GM Financial has special finance offers with interest rates starting at 0% on certain GMC vehicles for qualified buyers with excellent credit. Your interest rate with GM Financial will depend on your credit history and income. You can apply for prequalification with GM Financial to get your interest rates without affecting your credit.
GM Financial doesn’t share its required credit score. Generally, the ideal credit score to buy a car with a decent interest rate is 661 or higher.
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