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Editor's pick
Reviewed today
- APR
- 4.99–17.99%
- Min. credit
- 560+
- Loan amount
- $5K–$100K
- Term
- 24–96 mo
Refinance · WA
Refinance your auto loan in Washington.
Washington drivers with prime credit see refi APRs around 7.0% right now. Refinancing a typical $22,000 balance from 9.2% to 7.0% saves about $1,075 over the life of the loan.
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AutoPay
Best refi marketplace
APR from
4.99%
Caribou
Best for subprime refi
APR from
5.49%
Carputty
Soft-pull · subprime-friendly · luxury ceiling
APR from
5.49%
LightStream
Best for prime refi
APR from
6.49%
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AutoPay
Best refi marketplace
APR from
4.99%
Caribou
Best for subprime refi
APR from
5.49%
Carputty
Soft-pull · subprime-friendly · luxury ceiling
APR from
5.49%
LightStream
Best for prime refi
APR from
6.49%
Soft pull · Rate-checked monthly
Full comparison table7.0%
Washington refi APR
↓ 0.3 pts below national avg (7.3%)
720+ FICO, 60-mo term. Experian Q4 2025.
$1,075
Typical lifetime savings
$22,000 balance · 48 months remaining · 9.2% → 7.0% APR.
Soft pull
No credit impact
Pre-qualify with every refi lender on this page without a hard inquiry. Hard pull only if you accept the final offer.
Updated Jun 13See methodology
Free refi calculator · 30 seconds
Already financed? See what refinancing saves.
Drop in your current balance, APR, and what you'd qualify for today. We'll show the new monthly payment and your lifetime savings — then match you to lenders that quote those rates.
$22,000
9.50%
Selecting a band auto-seeds the target APR below — you can still drag the slider to override.
6.50%
48 mo
Your refinance estimate
$31/mo
≈ $1,487 lifetime savings · 48 months remaining
Old payment
$553
New payment
$522
Free · 60 seconds · Soft credit pull · No spam
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Estimate only. Real refinance offers depend on credit, vehicle age, mileage, and lender minimums (most require a $5,000+ balance and a vehicle under 10 years old). Closing costs and any prepayment penalty on your current loan should be subtracted from the lifetime-savings number above.
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Rates as of Jun 13, 2026
Refinance lenders for Washington drivers.
National refi lenders, soft pull, no spam. Compare side-by-side and pick the one that beats your current rate.
Comparing 12 lenders· Rates verified Jun 13
Data last reviewed . Source: CarSavr editorial methodology.
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Multiple refi quotes — one application
Soft pull · No obligation · Better than your current loan or skip
| Lender | Loan amount | Term | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 4.99–17.99% Total int. ~$3,300 · $25k · 60mo | 560+ | $5K–$100K | 24–96 mo | Reviewed today | |
2  Best for subprime refi | 5.49–17.99% Total int. ~$3,645 · $25k · 60mo | 580+ | $8K–$80K | 24–84 mo | Reviewed today | |
3  Soft-pull · subprime-friendly · luxury ceiling | 5.49–19.99% Total int. ~$3,645 · $25k · 60mo | 580+ | $8K–$250K | 24–96 mo | Reviewed today | |
 Best for prime refi | 6.49–13.74% Total int. ~$4,342 · $25k · 60mo | 660+ | $5K–$100K | 24–84 mo | Reviewed today | |
 150+ partner lenders · 25 years in market | 5.39–17.99% Total int. ~$3,576 · $25k · 60mo | 580+ | $10K–$100K | 12–72 mo | Reviewed today | |
 Best credit union refi | 5.24–17.99% Total int. ~$3,472 · $25k · 60mo | 610+ | $500–$150K | 36–84 mo | Reviewed today | |
 No prepayment penalty · 660+ FICO refi | 5.74–24.99% Total int. ~$3,818 · $25k · 60mo | 660+ | $5K–$55K | 24–72 mo | Reviewed today | |
 Refi-only · 30+ lender network · 525 FICO floor | 5.99–22.49% Total int. ~$3,992 · $25k · 60mo | 525+ | $8K–$150K | 24–96 mo | Reviewed today | |
 Refi-only · military-friendly · A+ BBB | 5.49–19.99% Total int. ~$3,645 · $25k · 60mo | 560+ | $8K–$150K | 24–84 mo | Reviewed today | |
 Refi-only · 24-48 hour turnaround · 20 yr in market | 5.29–19.49% Total int. ~$3,507 · $25k · 60mo | 580+ | $10K–$150K | 24–84 mo | Reviewed today |
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Reviewed today
- APR
- 5.49–17.99%
- Min. credit
- 580+
- Loan amount
- $8K–$80K
- Term
- 24–84 mo
3
Reviewed today
- APR
- 5.49–19.99%
- Min. credit
- 580+
- Loan amount
- $8K–$250K
- Term
- 24–96 mo
Reviewed today
- APR
- 6.49–13.74%
- Min. credit
- 660+
- Loan amount
- $5K–$100K
- Term
- 24–84 mo
Reviewed today
- APR
- 5.39–17.99%
- Min. credit
- 580+
- Loan amount
- $10K–$100K
- Term
- 12–72 mo
Reviewed today
- APR
- 5.24–17.99%
- Min. credit
- 610+
- Loan amount
- $500–$150K
- Term
- 36–84 mo
Reviewed today
- APR
- 5.74–24.99%
- Min. credit
- 660+
- Loan amount
- $5K–$55K
- Term
- 24–72 mo
Reviewed today
- APR
- 5.99–22.49%
- Min. credit
- 525+
- Loan amount
- $8K–$150K
- Term
- 24–96 mo
Reviewed today
- APR
- 5.49–19.99%
- Min. credit
- 560+
- Loan amount
- $8K–$150K
- Term
- 24–84 mo
Reviewed today
- APR
- 5.29–19.49%
- Min. credit
- 580+
- Loan amount
- $10K–$150K
- Term
- 24–84 mo
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Editorial brief
Get our take when refi rates move.
Refi rates move with the 5-year treasury — sometimes 0.5+ points in 6 weeks. Set your target APR and we'll email you our editorial take when rates move materially against it.
Washington refinance FAQ
What's the average auto refinance APR in Washington?+
Washington drivers with 720+ FICO see refinance APRs around 7.0% on 60-month new-car loans (Experian Q4 2025). Subprime borrowers (sub-660 FICO) typically see 2–4 points higher. Your actual rate depends on credit, loan-to-value, and term selected.
How much could I save refinancing in Washington?+
If your current auto loan is at the U.S. median pre-refi APR of 9.2% on a $22,000 balance with 48 months remaining, refinancing at the Washington average of 7.0% saves about $23/month and roughly $1,075 over the life of the loan. Use the estimator above with your actual numbers for a personalized projection.
Are out-of-state refi lenders licensed in Washington?+
Yes — every refinance lender we list is licensed nationally and serves Washington borrowers. Local Washington credit unions sometimes beat national APRs by 0.3–0.7 points for members; worth checking after running the national comparison.
Does Washington charge tax on a refinanced auto loan?+
Washington sales tax (6.5%) was paid when you originally purchased the car — refinancing replaces the loan, not the title transfer, so there's no additional state sales tax. Washington adds 0.3% motor vehicle sales tax on top of base 6.5%.
WA Purchase Loans
Buying a car in Washington? Different funnel.
This page is for drivers who ALREADY have an auto loan and want a lower APR. If you're shopping for a new or used car and haven't taken out a loan yet, the purchase-financing lenders compete on different terms (down payment, term length, dealer rebates). See Washington's purchase-loan shortlist to pre-qualify before you visit the dealer.
Neighboring states
Compare refinance rates in nearby states.
Bordering states often share carrier mix and pricing patterns — useful if you're moving, work across state lines, or want to anchor your own state's number against a peer benchmark.
Popular cities in Washington
Get the city-specific refinance breakdown.
Premiums and APRs vary 20-40% across ZIP codes within the same state. The city pages surface hyperlocal carrier mix, risk factors, and savings tactics.