Rated 5 out of 5 on Trustpilot by 1,030+ New Zealanders. One application, one soft credit check. We match you to the lender most likely to offer the best overall deal across rate, terms and fees. Takes about 5 minutes.
Get a car loan. Get up to $500 back.
Settle a car loan through Lending Room before 31 May 2026 and receive up to $500 as a Prezzy Card. Min. loan $10,000.
How much do you need?
We match you to the lender most likely to get you the best deal.
Indicative rate 12.95% p.a. Actual rates 8.99%–29.95% p.a. (AIR). One soft check. No credit score impact.
One short form. We handle the matching, the follow-up and the hard work — you just wait for your best deal.
Takes about 5 minutes. Tell us your loan amount, the vehicle you want and your basic situation. Just the once.
We run a soft credit check and match you to the lender on our panel most likely to get you the best deal — across rate, terms and fees. No credit score impact from our check.
Our team contacts you with your approval. If it works for you we guide you through to settlement.
Ready to get started?
Apply in 5 minutes. Get a better deal. Get up to $500 back.*
Dealer finance means one lender, one rate, no comparison. Apply once through Lending Room and we match you to specialist vehicle lenders from our panel who may offer you a significantly better deal — with no impact on your credit score from our check.
We are not a lender. We are on your side, working to match you to the right lender from our panel of 20+ vetted NZ lenders. One application, one soft credit check, no obligation.
One soft check. No score impact.
We run one soft credit check that does not appear on your file. Applying direct with multiple lenders leaves a hard mark every time.
Personal loan rates from 8.99% p.a.
Access competitive rates from specialist NZ lenders, including lenders not available direct to consumers.
Same-day decisions
Hear back the same day in most cases. Same-day funding is possible for applications approved before 12pm on business days.
One application. 20+ lenders.
Fill in one 5-minute form and we do the work. No repeating yourself across multiple lender websites.
Up to $500 cashback on car loans Limited offer
Settle a car loan through Lending Room before 31 May 2026 and receive up to $500 as a Prezzy Card. Min. loan $10,000. Full T&Cs apply.
What happens to your credit score
Applying direct
5 hard checks
One per lender. Each one lowers your score.
With Lending Room
1 soft check
No impact on your credit file.
Your credit score stays intact
One soft credit check. No score impact. No obligation to proceed.
Whatever you need the money for, we match you to the right NZ lender at the right rate — across rate, terms and fit.
From $3,000 to $250,000 for any personal purpose. Fast assessment, competitive rates from 8.99% p.a.
Find my best dealNew or used vehicles. Don't accept the dealer's rate — we find specialist vehicle lenders who may offer you a significantly better deal.
Get my car loan dealRoll multiple debts into one lower-rate loan. Simplify repayments and potentially save significantly on interest.
See my optionsFinance your renovation without touching your mortgage. Secured and unsecured options available.
Find my best dealFinance new or used boats, jetskis, trailers and motors. Dealer and private sales accepted.
Find my best dealCover elective surgery, dental work, fertility treatment and urgent medical costs at competitive rates.
Find my best dealFinance your holiday, honeymoon or family adventure with a fixed-rate personal loan from a NZ lender.
Find my best dealOpen and employer-specific work visas accepted. Minimum 13 months remaining. NZ-based income required.
See my optionsUse an asset as security to access larger loan amounts or better rates from our NZ lending panel.
Find my best dealWorking capital, equipment finance or growth funding from $5,000 to $500,000. Matched to the right lender for your business.
Find my best dealApply once and we match you to the right lender for your situation — rate, terms and fit.
Find my best dealWe help employed New Zealanders with a good credit history get better loan deals — across rate, terms and fit. We work with borrowers who have a clean or near-clean credit record.
You are employed
Full-time, part-time or self-employed with verifiable income.
You are a NZ citizen, resident or eligible visa holder
Open work visas and employer-specific work visas with at least 13 months remaining.
You have a good credit history
We work with borrowers who have a clean or near-clean credit record.
You need between $3,000 and $250,000
Personal, business or secured lending across terms of 6 to 84 months.
What to have ready
Having these on hand will speed up your assessment.
Your NZ driver licence or passport
3 months of bank statements
Details of any existing loans or debts
Many NZ lenders decline visa holders outright. We work with lenders on our panel who specifically cater for employed visa holders with stable NZ income and a good credit history — one application, no credit score impact from our check.
Everything you need to know before you apply.
Still have questions? Talk to our team
When we say we find your best deal, we mean the most favourable overall lending package for your situation, not just the lowest interest rate. A loan with a low headline rate but high establishment fees, an unsuitable term or a repayment structure that does not match your cash flow may cost you significantly more in total than a slightly higher rate with lower fees and a term that works for you.
We look at the full picture: interest rate, loan term, establishment fees, repayment frequency and lender fit for your credit profile and loan purpose. We then present you with the offer we believe gives you the strongest overall outcome and walk you through the full cost before you commit to anything. You are never under any obligation to proceed.
We use a soft credit check during our assessment which does not appear on your credit file or affect your score. After we match you to a lender, some accept our soft check while others may run their own standard credit check as part of their process.
Every time you apply directly with a lender they run a hard credit check that leaves a mark on your file. Apply to five lenders separately and your score takes five hits before you have even borrowed a cent. With Lending Room you apply once, we assess your situation and match you to the lender from our panel most likely to get you the best deal across rate, terms and fit, all with a single soft check that does not affect your score.
We review your application and match you to the lender on our panel most likely to get you the best deal. We do not send your details to every lender at once. You receive a tailored match based on your situation, loan type and credit profile.
The application itself takes about 5 minutes to complete. You will need your basic personal details, income information and an idea of how much you want to borrow and for what purpose. Having your driver licence or passport and 3 months of bank statements on hand will speed up the assessment once we receive your application.
Yes. We accept open and employer-specific work visas with at least 13 months remaining, provided you have a regular NZ-based income and a good credit history.
Yes. We match businesses to lenders for term loans, working capital and equipment finance. Apply once and we find the right fit for your business.
A broker and introducer fee of up to $1,500 applies when your loan is successfully funded. This fee is added to your loan amount and is GST inclusive. It is disclosed clearly before you commit to anything and you are never under any obligation to proceed. Lender establishment fees may also apply depending on the lender.
In most cases you will hear back the same day. Same-day funding is possible for applications approved before 12pm on business days.
The minimum is $3,000 and the maximum is $250,000, depending on the lender and your personal circumstances. Loan terms range from 6 to 84 months.
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A personal loan is a fixed amount borrowed from a lender, repaid in regular instalments over an agreed term with interest. Unlike a credit card which revolves, a personal loan has a defined end date. You know exactly when it will be paid off and what each repayment will be. In New Zealand, personal loans are available from banks, credit unions, finance companies and specialist non-bank lenders, with rates and criteria varying significantly between them.
Most personal loans in NZ are unsecured, meaning no asset is required as collateral. Secured personal loans, where you offer an asset such as a vehicle, typically attract lower rates because the lender carries less risk. Loan terms generally range from 6 to 84 months and amounts from $3,000 to $250,000 depending on the lender and your profile.
Personal loan rates in NZ currently range from 8.99% p.a. to 29.95% p.a. The rate you are offered depends on a combination of factors that vary by lender, which is why the same borrower can receive very different rates from different lenders.
Your credit score is one of the most significant factors. A clean credit history with no missed payments or defaults typically unlocks lower rates. Even a near-clean record can qualify with the right lender, though the rate offered may be higher to reflect the additional risk.
Lenders want confidence you can service the loan. Full-time employment is viewed most favourably, but part-time and self-employed borrowers with verifiable, consistent income can also qualify. The strength and stability of your income directly influences which lenders will consider you and at what rate.
Larger loan amounts and longer terms carry more risk for lenders and can attract higher rates. A shorter term typically costs you less in total interest even if the monthly repayment is higher. Use the calculator on this page to compare total repayment across different terms before you decide.
Always compare the total repayable amount, not just the interest rate. A low rate with high establishment fees can cost more overall than a slightly higher rate with lower fees. Our team walks you through the full cost of any offer before you commit.
Every time you apply directly with a lender in NZ, they run a hard credit check that is recorded on your credit file. This is visible to other lenders and can lower your score, sometimes significantly, if you make multiple applications in a short period. The problem is that most borrowers apply with several lenders to compare rates, which results in several hard checks before they have even borrowed a cent.
Lending Room runs one soft credit check during our assessment. A soft check does not appear on your credit file and does not affect your score, giving you access to 20+ lenders with a single inquiry rather than one hard check per lender.
It can be tempting to borrow a little extra as a buffer, but every dollar borrowed accrues interest for the full term of the loan. Work out the exact amount you need before you apply and stick to it. If your situation changes you can always apply again.
A holiday loan does not need a 7-year term. Matching the loan term to how long you will realistically benefit from what you are borrowing for keeps the total cost proportionate. A car that will last 5 years justifies a 5-year loan. A holiday is better repaid in 12 to 24 months.
Some NZ lenders charge a fee if you repay your loan early. If you think you may want to make extra repayments or clear the balance ahead of schedule, check the lender's terms before committing. Our team will flag this for any offer we present you with.
Apply once, one soft credit check — we match you to the lender most likely to offer you the best overall deal. Settle your car loan through Lending Room before 31 May 2026 and receive up to $500 as a Prezzy Card. Minimum loan $10,000. Full T&Cs apply.
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