Car Finance vs Credit Union Loan

20 September 2026

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Compare the costs of car finance and Credit Union borrowing before choosing how to fund your next car.

Example: £20K+ Vehicle Value

  PCP - Charles Hurst Used Direct Harp & Crown Credit Union Loan
Vehicle Kia Sportage Estate Kia Sportage Estate
Cost £20,185 £20,185
Term 48 months 48 months
Interest Rate 12.9% APR representative / 6.72% fixed 6.9% APR
Monthly Payments £306.98 £482.42
Total Payable

£26,858.04**

*Includes final balloon payment of £9,094.50 to own car after 4 years

*Excess mileage fees may also apply.

£23,156.11

*Own car throughout.

*No hidden fees.

*No final balloon payment.

**Example dated 03/09/2026 (source: Charles Hurst Group website)

Plus, as a member you benefit from:

(*Ts/Cs apply).

Already tied into a PCP agreement? Come to us to help with your final balloon payment!

So when you’re thinking about your next car purchase, choose YOUR Credit Union to help!

Questions? Get in touch today.  

Email creditunion@harpandcrown.co.uk or phone 028 9068 5198. 

The Harp and Crown Credit Union has been providing safe, ethical and flexible finances for the Police and wider Police family in Northern Ireland since 1998.

Harp and Crown Credit Union Ltd are authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Firm Reference Number (FRN) 577113. For details visit http://www.fca.org.uk
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