Chola vs Federal Bank vs Punjab National Bank at a glance
| Detail | Chola | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loan provider type | NBFC | Private bank | Public sector bank |
| Legal name | Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Ltd (Chola) | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Vehicle loans with a published rate | Car loan, Two-wheeler loan, Used car loan, Three-wheeler loan, Tractor loan | Car loan, Two-wheeler loan, Used car loan, Commercial vehicle loan | Car loan, Two-wheeler loan, Used car loan, Electric car loan |
| Car loan: published rate | 9% - 20% p.a.car; MUV 9% - 20% | 7.90% - 9.00% | From 7.60%up to 9.70% floating, CIBIL-based |
| Car loan: maximum tenure | Not published | 84 months | 84 months |
| Two-wheeler loan: published rate | 15% - 28% p.a. | 12.60% - 16.00% | From 10.00%Power Ride; 10.85% salaried; 11.35% others |
| Two-wheeler loan: maximum tenure | Not published | 60 months | 60 EMIs (scooters/motorcycles) |
| Used car loan: published rate | 15% - 28% p.a.MUV 14% - 28% | 10.15% - 14.00% | From 9.45% floating / 10.45% fixed |
| Used car loan: maximum tenure | 5 years | 60 months | 60 months |
| Official website | cholamandalam.com | federal.bank.in | pnb.bank.in |
Chola vs Federal Bank vs Punjab National Bank car loan: rate, fees and tenure
Starting car loan rates as published: Chola from 9%, Federal Bank from 7.90% and Punjab National Bank from 7.60%. Punjab National Bank is lower at the starting rate, but the top of each range and your own credit profile decide what you are actually offered.
| Detail | Chola | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | New Car Loan | Federal Personal Car Loan (new) | PNB Car Loan |
| Published rate | 9% - 20% p.a.car; MUV 9% - 20% | 7.90% - 9.00% | From 7.60%up to 9.70% floating, CIBIL-based |
| Rate basis | Fixed | Fixed (product page also lists 10.15% floating, repo-linked) | RLLR-linked (floating); fixed option available |
| Maximum tenure | Not published | 84 months | 84 months |
| Maximum funding | Up to 100% on-road | Up to 95% of on-road price | 85% of on-road price (90% with manufacturer tie-ups); individuals up to Rs 100 lakh |
| Processing fee | 0.5% - 2.5% + sourcing fee Rs 1,000 - 2,500 | 1% of loan (min ₹1,000, max ₹50,000) | 0.25% of loan (min Rs 1,000, max Rs 1,500); nil documentation |
| Pre-closure / prepayment | Full closure: 5% of principal outstanding (7-12 months from agreement), 4% after 12 months, plus GST | Nil | Floating: nil; fixed: 2% on amount prepaid (exceptions apply) |
| Other terms published |
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| Official source | cholamandalam.com files.cholamandalam.com | federal.bank.in federal.bank.in federal.bank.in | pnb.bank.in pnb.bank.in pnb.bank.in |
EMI illustration: ₹10 lakh over 60 months
| Loan provider | Rate used | Monthly EMI | Total interest | Total repayable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chola | 9% | ₹20,758 | ₹2,45,501 | ₹12,45,501 |
| Federal Bank | 7.90% | ₹20,229 | ₹2,13,714 | ₹12,13,714 |
| Punjab National Bank | 7.60% | ₹20,086 | ₹2,05,130 | ₹12,05,130 |
Illustration only, at each loan provider's lowest published rate. It leaves out processing fees, GST, insurance and any other charges, and it is not an offer. Your approved rate may be higher.
Monthly EMI at other loan amounts (60 months)
| Loan amount | Chola (9%) | Federal Bank (7.90%) | Punjab National Bank (7.60%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹5 lakh | ₹10,379 | ₹10,114 | ₹10,043 |
| ₹10 lakh | ₹20,758 | ₹20,229 | ₹20,086 |
| ₹15 lakh | ₹31,138 | ₹30,343 | ₹30,128 |
| ₹20 lakh | ₹41,517 | ₹40,457 | ₹40,171 |
Read the full guide: Car loan · EMI calculator
Chola vs Federal Bank vs Punjab National Bank two-wheeler loan: rate, fees and tenure
Starting two-wheeler loan rates as published: Chola from 15%, Federal Bank from 12.60% and Punjab National Bank from 10%. Punjab National Bank is lower at the starting rate, but the top of each range and your own credit profile decide what you are actually offered.
| Detail | Chola | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Two Wheeler Loan (new only) | Federal Personal Car Loan (new two-wheeler) | PNB Saarthi / PNB Power Ride (women) |
| Published rate | 15% - 28% p.a. | 12.60% - 16.00% | From 10.00%Power Ride; 10.85% salaried; 11.35% others |
| Rate basis | Fixed | Fixed | RLLR-linked |
| Maximum tenure | Not published | 60 months | 60 EMIs (scooters/motorcycles) |
| Maximum funding | Up to 100% of bike value | Not published | 90% (salaried, salary via PNB) or 75% of cost; max Rs 1.5 lakh (Rs 10 lakh for 200cc+) |
| Processing fee | 0.75% - 5% + sourcing fee Rs 500 - 2,500 | 2.50% (min ₹2,500) | 0.50% of loan (min Rs 500, max Rs 1,000) |
| Pre-closure / prepayment | Full closure: 5% of principal outstanding (7-12 months from agreement), 4% after 12 months, plus GST | Nil | Nil |
| Other terms published |
| Not published |
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| Official source | cholamandalam.com files.cholamandalam.com | federal.bank.in federal.bank.in federal.bank.in | pnb.bank.in pnb.bank.in pnb.bank.in |
EMI illustration: ₹1 lakh over 36 months
| Loan provider | Rate used | Monthly EMI | Total interest | Total repayable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chola | 15% | ₹3,467 | ₹24,795 | ₹1,24,795 |
| Federal Bank | 12.60% | ₹3,350 | ₹20,606 | ₹1,20,606 |
| Punjab National Bank | 10% | ₹3,227 | ₹16,162 | ₹1,16,162 |
Illustration only, at each loan provider's lowest published rate. It leaves out processing fees, GST, insurance and any other charges, and it is not an offer. Your approved rate may be higher.
Monthly EMI at other loan amounts (36 months)
| Loan amount | Chola (15%) | Federal Bank (12.60%) | Punjab National Bank (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹0.5 lakh | ₹1,733 | ₹1,675 | ₹1,613 |
| ₹1 lakh | ₹3,467 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,227 |
| ₹1.5 lakh | ₹5,200 | ₹5,025 | ₹4,840 |
Read the full guide: Two-wheeler loan · EMI calculator
Chola vs Federal Bank vs Punjab National Bank used car loan: rate, fees and tenure
Starting used car loan rates as published: Chola from 15%, Federal Bank from 10.15% and Punjab National Bank from 9.45%. Punjab National Bank is lower at the starting rate, but the top of each range and your own credit profile decide what you are actually offered.
| Detail | Chola | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Used Car Loan | Loan for Pre-Owned Cars | PNB Car Loan (used vehicles) |
| Published rate | 15% - 28% p.a.MUV 14% - 28% | 10.15% - 14.00% | From 9.45% floating / 10.45% fixed |
| Rate basis | Fixed | Fixed (product page also lists 15.05% floating) | RLLR-linked (floating) or fixed |
| Maximum tenure | 5 years | 60 months | 60 months |
| Maximum funding | Up to 100%* | Up to 90% of vehicle value | 75% of vehicle value (25% margin); vehicle up to 3 years old |
| Processing fee | 0.5% - 3.25% + sourcing fee Rs 1,000 - 2,500 | 1% of loan (min ₹5,000, max ₹2,50,000) | Not published |
| Pre-closure / prepayment | Full closure: 5% of principal outstanding (7-12 months from agreement), 4% after 12 months, plus GST | Nil | Floating: nil; fixed: 2% on amount prepaid |
| Other terms published |
| Not published |
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| Official source | cholamandalam.com files.cholamandalam.com | federal.bank.in federal.bank.in federal.bank.in | pnb.bank.in pnb.bank.in |
EMI illustration: ₹5 lakh over 48 months
| Loan provider | Rate used | Monthly EMI | Total interest | Total repayable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chola | 15% | ₹13,915 | ₹1,67,938 | ₹6,67,938 |
| Federal Bank | 10.15% | ₹12,717 | ₹1,10,432 | ₹6,10,432 |
| Punjab National Bank | 9.45% | ₹12,550 | ₹1,02,382 | ₹6,02,382 |
Illustration only, at each loan provider's lowest published rate. It leaves out processing fees, GST, insurance and any other charges, and it is not an offer. Your approved rate may be higher.
Monthly EMI at other loan amounts (48 months)
| Loan amount | Chola (15%) | Federal Bank (10.15%) | Punjab National Bank (9.45%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹3 lakh | ₹8,349 | ₹7,630 | ₹7,530 |
| ₹5 lakh | ₹13,915 | ₹12,717 | ₹12,550 |
| ₹8 lakh | ₹22,265 | ₹20,348 | ₹20,079 |
Read the full guide: Used car loan · EMI calculator
Chola vs Federal Bank vs Punjab National Bank electric car loan: rate, fees and tenure
Only Punjab National Bank publishes a rate for this product with a stated starting figure, so a like-for-like ranking is not possible. Chola and Federal Bank do not publish an electric car loan rate on their website, so none is shown.
| Detail | Chola | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Not published | Not published | PNB Green Car (E-Vehicle) Loan |
| Published rate | Not published | Not published | From 7.60% |
| Rate basis | Not published | Not published | RLLR-linked |
| Maximum tenure | Not published | Not published | 120 EMIs (10 years) |
| Maximum funding | Not published | Not published | 90% of on-road price (10% margin), or nil margin on ex-showroom price |
| Processing fee | Not published | Not published | Nil |
| Pre-closure / prepayment | Not published | Not published | Nil |
| Other terms published | Not published | Not published |
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| Official source | Not published | Not published | pnb.bank.in pnb.bank.in |
Read the full guide: Electric car loan
Chola vs Federal Bank vs Punjab National Bank three-wheeler loan: rate, fees and tenure
Only Chola publishes a rate for this product with a stated starting figure, so a like-for-like ranking is not possible. Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank do not publish a three-wheeler loan rate on their website, so none is shown.
| Detail | Chola | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Three Wheeler Loans | Not published | Not published |
| Published rate | New non-EV 21% - 28%; used non-EV 25% - 28% p.a. | Not published | Not published |
| Rate basis | Fixed | Not published | Not published |
| Processing fee | New 1.5% - 3.5%; used 1% - 2.5% + sourcing fee | Not published | Not published |
| Pre-closure / prepayment | Full closure: 5% of principal outstanding (7-12 months from agreement), 4% after 12 months, plus GST | Not published | Not published |
| Other terms published |
| Not published | Not published |
| Official source | cholamandalam.com files.cholamandalam.com | Not published | Not published |
Read the full guide: Three-wheeler loan
Chola vs Federal Bank vs Punjab National Bank tractor loan: rate, fees and tenure
Only Chola publishes a rate for this product with a stated starting figure, so a like-for-like ranking is not possible. Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank do not publish a tractor loan rate on their website, so none is shown.
| Detail | Chola | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Tractor & Farm Equipment Loans | Not published | PNB Farm Mechanisation Scheme (tractor financing) |
| Published rate | New 12% - 28%; used 17% - 28% p.a. | Not published | Not published |
| Rate basis | Fixed | Not published | Not published |
| Maximum tenure | Not published | Not published | New tractor: 7-9 years; no-mortgage variant: 5 years |
| Maximum funding | Not published | Not published | Need based, net of margin (min 40% margin for no-mortgage variant) |
| Processing fee | New 0.25% - 2%; used 0.75% - 3.25% + sourcing fee | Not published | Not published |
| Pre-closure / prepayment | Full closure: 5% of principal outstanding (7-12 months from agreement), 4% after 12 months, plus GST | Not published | Not published |
| Other terms published |
| Not published |
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| Official source | cholamandalam.com files.cholamandalam.com | Not published | pnb.bank.in pnb.bank.in |
Read the full guide: Tractor loan
Chola vs Federal Bank vs Punjab National Bank commercial vehicle loan: rate, fees and tenure
Only Federal Bank publishes a rate for this product with a stated starting figure, so a like-for-like ranking is not possible. Chola and Punjab National Bank do not publish a commercial vehicle loan rate on their website, so none is shown.
| Detail | Chola | Federal Bank | Punjab National Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product | Commercial Vehicle Loan (new and used) | Commercial Vehicles & Construction Equipment Finance | Not published |
| Published rate | New: HCV/LCV 9% - 18%, MLCV 11% - 20%; Used: HCV 12% - 28%, LCV 14% - 28%, MLCV 15% - 28% p.a. | 7.50% - 15% | Not published |
| Rate basis | Fixed | Not published | Not published |
| Maximum tenure | 84 months (new) | Not published | Not published |
| Maximum funding | Up to 100% (new) | Not published | Not published |
| Processing fee | New 0.25% - 2%; used 0.25% - 3.25% (by segment) + sourcing fee | 0.25% + GST (product page); charges schedule lists 2% | Not published |
| Pre-closure / prepayment | Full closure: 5% of principal outstanding (7-12 months from agreement), 4% after 12 months, plus GST | Up to 3% | Not published |
| Other terms published |
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| Official source | cholamandalam.com files.cholamandalam.com | federal.bank.in federal.bank.in | Not published |
Read the full guide: Commercial vehicle loan
Which is better: Chola, Federal Bank or Punjab National Bank?
No loan provider is best for everyone. This is how the published figures split, product by product.
- Car loan, lower starting rate: Punjab National Bank (7.60%) versus 9% at Chola and 7.90% at Federal Bank.
- Two-wheeler loan, lower starting rate: Punjab National Bank (10%) versus 15% at Chola and 12.60% at Federal Bank.
- Used car loan, lower starting rate: Punjab National Bank (9.45%) versus 15% at Chola and 10.15% at Federal Bank.
Pick on total cost, not the headline rate: ask each loan provider for the Key Fact Statement and compare the APR and total repayable amount. A low rate with a high processing fee can cost more than a slightly higher rate with no fee.
Bank type and how each loan provider sets its rate
Chola is a nbfc, Federal Bank is a private bank and Punjab National Bank is a public sector bank.
What the loan providers' own pages say about how their rates are set:
- Chola car loan: Fixed.
- Chola two-wheeler loan: Fixed.
- Chola used car loan: Fixed.
- Chola electric two- and three-wheeler loan: Fixed.
- Chola three-wheeler loan: Fixed.
- Chola tractor loan: Fixed.
- Chola commercial vehicle loan: Fixed.
- Federal Bank car loan: Fixed (product page also lists 10.15% floating, repo-linked).
Banks and non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) publish rates in different ways: some give a range, some only a starting rate and some only a maximum. That is why this page compares like with like and marks every gap as not published instead of guessing.
About Chola, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank
Chola
NBFC · Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Ltd (Chola)
Murugappa Group's vehicle-finance-led NBFC with a large rural and semi-urban branch network
Lowest published starting rate: 9% (Car loan)
Federal Bank
Private bank
Kerala-based private bank whose Personal Car Loan covers new cars, used cars and new two-wheelers on fixed rates, with no prepayment charges and free personal accident cover.
Lowest published starting rate: 7.50% (Commercial vehicle loan)
Punjab National Bank
Public sector bank
Public sector bank with RLLR-linked vehicle loans, low capped processing fees and rate concessions for women and electric vehicles.
Lowest published starting rate: 7.60% (Car loan)
What to check before you choose a vehicle loan
- Ask for the Key Fact Statement (KFS). RBI requires loan providers to give you one before you sign, showing the interest rate, all fees, the APR and the total amount you will repay.
- Compare APR, not the headline rate. Processing fee, documentation charges and insurance change the real cost.
- Ask about pre-closure charges. Fixed-rate vehicle loans often carry charges for paying early; floating-rate loans to individuals cannot.
- Check what is bundled. Insurance, extended warranty or accessories added to the loan raise the amount you pay interest on. You are free to buy insurance elsewhere.
- Confirm the hypothecation. The loan provider's name is noted on the registration certificate. After the last EMI, collect the NOC and have it removed at the RTO.
Terms used on this page
Plain meanings of the terms this comparison uses.
Starting rate: The lowest rate a loan provider advertises for a product. Most borrowers are offered a higher rate, because the final rate depends on credit score, income, employer and loan amount.
APR: Annual percentage rate. It adds the processing fee and other charges to the interest rate, so it shows the yearly cost of the loan better than the interest rate alone.
Key Fact Statement: A short summary the loan provider gives you before you sign. It lists the interest rate, every fee, the APR and the total amount you will repay. RBI requires it for retail loans.
Floating rate and repo rate: A floating rate moves with a benchmark, and for banks that is usually the RBI repo rate, the rate at which RBI lends to banks. A fixed rate stays the same for the period you agree.
Processing fee: A one-time charge for handling the application. It is usually a percentage of the loan amount plus GST, and it is often deducted before the money reaches you.
Credit score: A number from 300 to 900 that shows how you have repaid past loans and cards. A higher score usually gets you a lower rate.
Sources, method and last check
Every figure above comes from the loan provider's own website. We checked them on 4 October 2026 and list the pages used.
- Chola: cholamandalam.com/get-new-car-loans · files.cholamandalam.com/files/Interest+Rate+Policy+-+Mar2026.pdf · cholamandalam.com/get-two-wheeler-loans · cholamandalam.com/get-used-car-loans · cholamandalam.com/get-three-wheeler-loans · cholamandalam.com/get-tractor-loans
- Federal Bank: federal.bank.in/retail-loans-interest-rates · federal.bank.in/personal-car-loan · federal.bank.in/car-loan-interest-rate · federal.bank.in/documents/d/guest/retail-loan-charges-07092926 · federal.bank.in/pre-owned-car-loan · federal.bank.in/commercial-vehicles
- Punjab National Bank: pnb.bank.in/carloaninnerpage.html · pnb.bank.in/Retail-Advances-interst-rate-on-advances-linked-to-mclr.html · pnb.bank.in/service-charges-related-to-retail-advances.html · pnb.bank.in/pnbsaarthi.html · pnb.bank.in/PNB-GREEN-CAR-LOAN.html · pnb.bank.in/agriculture-credit-schemes.html
Method: we list only figures we could find on the loan provider's official pages. A blank means the loan provider does not publish that figure, and we never estimate one. Rankings use the published starting rate and published maximum tenure only. Read our editorial policy, how we make money and tell us about an error.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better for a car loan: Chola, Federal Bank or Punjab National Bank?
Punjab National Bank has the lowest published starting car loan rate at 7.60%, against 9% at Chola and 7.90% at Federal Bank. A starting rate is the best case, not a typical offer, so confirm the annual percentage rate (APR) and total repayable amount in each loan provider's Key Fact Statement. Figures are as published on the loan providers' own websites and checked 4 October 2026. The better choice depends on your profile, the loan amount and the fees in your offer letter.
Which has the lower car loan interest rate: Chola, Federal Bank or Punjab National Bank?
Punjab National Bank has the lower published starting rate. Published starting rates: Chola 9%, Federal Bank 7.90% and Punjab National Bank 7.60% (checked 4 October 2026). Your actual rate depends on your credit profile and the loan provider's approval.
What is the processing fee on a car loan at Chola, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank?
Chola: 0.5% - 2.5% + sourcing fee Rs 1,000 - 2,500. Federal Bank: 1% of loan (min ₹1,000, max ₹50,000). Punjab National Bank: 0.25% of loan (min Rs 1,000, max Rs 1,500); nil documentation. Fees can change and GST is usually extra, so check the Key Fact Statement.
What is the maximum car loan tenure at Chola, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank?
Chola: not published. Federal Bank: 84 months. Punjab National Bank: 84 months.
What is the EMI on a ₹10 lakh car loan at Chola, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank?
Over 60 months at each loan provider's lowest published rate: Chola about ₹20,758 a month at 9%; Federal Bank about ₹20,229 a month at 7.90%; Punjab National Bank about ₹20,086 a month at 7.60%. This is an illustration that leaves out fees, GST and insurance. Your offered rate may be higher.
How much of the vehicle price can I borrow on a car loan from Chola, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank?
Chola: Up to 100% on-road. Federal Bank: Up to 95% of on-road price. Punjab National Bank: 85% of on-road price (90% with manufacturer tie-ups); individuals up to Rs 100 lakh. Funding is usually profile-based, so the loan provider decides the final amount.
What other terms do Chola, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank publish for a car loan?
Chola: In-principle sanction at customer's place; Low down payment. Federal Bank: Free personal accident cover up to ₹10 lakh; No-income-document scheme. Punjab National Bank: 7.60% for women borrowers and e-vehicles; Digi Car Loan online option; Reimbursement for recently bought cars. Check each loan provider's page for eligibility and documents before you apply.
Can I prepay or foreclose a car loan early at Chola, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank?
Chola: Full closure: 5% of principal outstanding (7-12 months from agreement), 4% after 12 months, plus GST. Federal Bank: Nil. Punjab National Bank: Floating: nil; fixed: 2% on amount prepaid (exceptions apply). Floating-rate loans to individuals cannot carry pre-closure charges; fixed-rate loans often do.
Which vehicle loans do Chola, Federal Bank and Punjab National Bank publish rates for?
Chola: car loan, two-wheeler loan, used car loan, three-wheeler loan, tractor loan. Federal Bank: car loan, two-wheeler loan, used car loan, commercial vehicle loan. Punjab National Bank: car loan, two-wheeler loan, used car loan, electric car loan. Based on each loan provider's own website, checked 4 October 2026.
Are the rates on this page the rate I will get?
No. They are the rates the loan providers publish, usually a range or a starting rate. Your approved rate depends on your credit score, income, loan amount, tenure and vehicle. Always read the Key Fact Statement before you sign.
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