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Overview

Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) through Klarna lets you split your vehicle purchase into manageable installment payments. This option provides a quick approval process without traditional financing or lengthy credit applications.

How It Works

Buy Now, Pay Later splits your total purchase into fixed installment payments over a set period, making large purchases more manageable without traditional vehicle financing.

Installment Structure

BNPL payments work by:
  • Dividing total cost into equal installments
  • Fixed payment schedule (typically monthly)
  • Set number of payments based on program
  • Automatic payments from your account
Your payment plan is clearly displayed before you commit.

Quick Approval

BNPL offers fast decisions:
  • Apply during checkout in minutes
  • Quick eligibility check
  • No lengthy credit application
  • Instant approval or denial
Much faster than traditional financing applications.

No Traditional Credit Check

BNPL differs from financing:
  • Soft credit check only (doesn’t impact score)
  • Different eligibility criteria
  • Focus on current payment ability
  • Not a traditional loan
This makes it accessible to more buyers.

Payment Schedule

Your payment plan includes:
  • First payment due at purchase or shortly after
  • Remaining payments on fixed schedule
  • Automatic deduction from payment method
  • Clear payment dates and amounts
All terms are disclosed before you agree.

How to Pay with Buy Now, Pay Later

1

Select Buy Now, Pay Later

During checkout, choose “Buy Now, Pay Later” or “Klarna” as your payment method.
BNPL option is available for eligible purchases.
2

Apply for Approval

Complete quick eligibility check with basic information.
Receive instant approval decision.
3

Review Payment Plan

Review your installment schedule and confirm the terms.
Understand your payment schedule before proceeding.

Troubleshooting & FAQ

Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) is a payment option that:
  • Splits your purchase into installments
  • Requires no traditional loan application
  • Offers quick approval
  • Charges fixed payments over time
It’s an alternative to traditional financing with simpler approval.
Buy Now, Pay Later is available for:
  • Full payment at checkout
Buy Now, Pay Later is not available for titled vehicles.
Buy Now, Pay Later:
  • Quick approval process
  • Soft credit check only
  • Shorter payment terms
  • No traditional loan
Financing:
  • Full credit application
  • Hard credit check
  • Longer loan terms (years)
  • Traditional vehicle loan
BNPL is faster and simpler but typically for shorter periods.
BNPL typically uses soft credit checks:
  • Soft checks don’t impact your credit score
  • Only checking eligibility
  • Not a formal credit inquiry
However, missed payments may be reported and impact your credit.
Missing BNPL payments has consequences:
  • Late fees may apply
  • May be reported to credit bureaus
  • Could impact future BNPL eligibility
  • Account may be sent to collections
Set up automatic payments to avoid missed payments.
Early payment policies vary:
  • Many BNPL programs allow early payoff
  • Typically no prepayment penalties
  • May reduce or eliminate interest charges
  • Check your specific plan terms
Contact Klarna for details on your specific plan.
Yes, BNPL has limits:
  • Maximum purchase amounts set by provider
  • Limits vary by configuration
  • Your eligibility affects available amount
  • Not all vehicles may qualify
Limits are displayed when you select BNPL.
Interest varies by program:
  • Some BNPL plans are 0% interest
  • Others charge interest on installments
  • Terms clearly disclosed during checkout
  • Pay-in-4 plans typically interest-free
Review your specific plan terms before accepting.