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Is Car Finance Halal?

Quick answer It depends

Conventional PCP and HP car finance charges interest, so most scholars consider it haram. Interest-free 0% finance is generally allowed if there are no hidden interest charges. Islamic car finance (ijara or murabaha) and simple leasing are halal options.

Also asked as: “Is PCP halal?” · “Is HP car finance halal?” · “Is car leasing halal?”

0% finance

Most scholars allow genuine 0% deals, but check the late-payment terms — avoid interest charged on missed payments if you can.

Leasing

Personal contract hire is a rental agreement, which many scholars accept, as long as penalties are not interest-based.

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