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    I need a loan for a new truck — what are my Canadian options?

    Last updated: April 21, 2026
    Reviewed against Bank of Canada, Equifax & FCAC sources

    The 5 Canadian truck loan options

    Lender TypeBest ForRate RangeTermApproval Notes
    Manufacturer captives (Ford Credit, Ram Capital, GM Financial, Toyota Financial)New trucks with promo rates0%–8.99% promo / 6.99%–12.99% standard36–96 moEasier on featured models; tied to manufacturer incentives
    Big 5 banks (RBC, TD, BMO, Scotiabank, CIBC)Personal use, prime credit (700+)5.99%–9.99%12–96 moStrict income + credit; competitive for prime
    Credit unions (Meridian, Servus, Vancity, ATB)Members, rural Canadians, slightly lower credit5.49%–8.99%12–96 moMore flexible than big banks; relationship-based
    Commercial truck specialists (CWB Financial, Travelers Financial, MicroLease)Owner-operators, fleet, Class 3–87.49%–14.99%24–84 moIncome/contract verification; equipment is collateral
    Subprime auto/truck lenders (iA Auto Finance, Carfinco, Rifco)Credit scores 500–64914.99%–24.99%36–84 moIncome-based, often requires 10%–20% down

    Rate breakdown by credit and truck type

    Credit ScoreNew Personal TruckNew Work TruckUsed Personal Truck
    750+4.99%–6.99%6.49%–9.99%6.49%–8.99%
    680–7496.99%–9.99%8.99%–12.99%8.99%–12.99%
    620–6799.99%–14.99%12.99%–16.99%12.99%–18.99%
    Below 62014.99%–24.99%16.99%–22.99%18.99%–24.99%

    Tax tips for business truck loans

    • Section 8 of the Income Tax Act lets you deduct 100% of business-use truck loan interest
    • Capital cost allowance (CCA) on the truck is typically Class 10.1 (30%) or Class 16 (40%) for tractors
    • GST/HST input tax credits are claimable on the purchase if registered

    Down payment guidance

    Down PaymentEffect
    0% downAvailable for prime credit on promotional financing only
    10% downStandard, most lenders accept
    20% downDrops your rate by 0.50%–1.50% and avoids GAP insurance pressure

    Use LoanIQ's Truck Loans page for full lender profiles and the Truck Loan Calculator to model exact payments.

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