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A common goal for many people! Here's a breakdown of how much money you might need to buy a new car, depending on the type of car you're interested in:

Average Cost of a New Car:

• Compact car (e.g., Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla): $15,000 - $25,000
• Mid-size car (e.g., Toyota Camry, Honda Accord): $20,000 - $35,000
• Luxury car (e.g., BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class): $30,000 - $60,000
• Electric or hybrid car (e.g., Tesla Model 3, Toyota Prius): $25,000 - $40,000
• SUV or truck (e.g., Honda CR-V, Ford F-150): $25,000 - $50,000

Down Payment:

• Typically, you'll need to put down 10% to 20% of the purchase price as a down payment. For example:
  • Compact car: $1,500 to $5,000
  • Mid-size car: $2,000 to $7,000
  • Luxury car: $3,000 to $12,000
  • Electric or hybrid car: $2,500 to $8,000
  • SUV or truck: $2,500 to $10,000

Monthly Payments:

• After the down payment, you'll need to finance the remaining balance with a car loan. The monthly payment will depend on the loan term, interest rate, and your credit score. Here are some estimates:
  • Compact car: $250 to $400 per month
  • Mid-size car: $300 to $500 per month
  • Luxury car: $500 to $800 per month
  • Electric or hybrid car: $350 to $600 per month
  • SUV or truck: $400 to $700 per month

Total Cost of Ownership:

• In addition to the purchase price and monthly payments, you'll need to consider other costs, such as:
  • Insurance: $1,000 to $2,000 per year
  • Fuel: $1,000 to $2,000 per year (depending on the car's fuel efficiency)
  • Maintenance: $500 to $1,000 per year
  • Registration and licensing: $100 to $500 per year

To give you a better idea, here's a rough estimate of the total cost of owning a new car over 5 years:

• Compact car: $30,000 to $45,000
• Mid-size car: $40,000 to $60,000
• Luxury car: $60,000 to $90,000
• Electric or hybrid car: $45,000 to $70,000
• SUV or truck: $50,000 to $80,000

Keep in mind that these are just rough estimates, and the actual cost of owning a new car will depend on many factors, including your location, driving habits, and personal preferences.