RefiJet Auto Loans Review 2025




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RefiJet enables applicants to see pre-qualified auto loan refinancing and lease buyout loan offers (from more than one lender) without affecting their credit scores. Borrowers have direct contact with a RefiJet representative throughout the loan process, which is not the case with all aggregators.
Auto loan refinancing review

Pros
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Offers pre-qualification with a soft credit check.
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Will refinance a vehicle as soon as the title can be transferred; no waiting period.
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Provides in-house customer support throughout the application process.
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More than half of lenders offer an APR discount (up to .25%) for automatic payments. Rates shown don't reflect any discounts.
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Available in all states.
Cons
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Borrowers pay an origination fee of up to $695.
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Less than half of lenders offer a rate discount with automatic payment.
Best for borrowers wanting to see pre-qualified refinancing offers without affecting their credit scores. Also, applicants who want a loan representative’s help from beginning to end.
Lender | Est. APR | Loan amount | Min. credit score | |
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7.24-
16.04% | $5,000-
$100,000 | 660 | Visit Lenderon LightStream's website on LightStream's website | |
4.99-
17.99% | $3,000-
$250,000 | 500 | Visit Lenderon Gravity Lending's website on Gravity Lending's website | |
5.24-
24.99% | $6,000-
$150,000 | 480 | Visit Lenderon Auto Approve's website on Auto Approve's website | |
5.48-
28.55% | $5,000-
$200,000 | 580 | Visit Lenderon Caribou's website on Caribou's website | |
5.19-
21.99% | $6,000-
$150,000 | 540 | Visit Lenderon RefiJet's website on RefiJet's website |
Auto lease buyout loan review

Pros
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Offers pre-qualification with a soft credit check.
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Provides in-house customer support throughout the application process.
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More than half of lenders offer an APR discount (up to .25%) for automatic payments. Rates shown don't reflect any discounts.
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Available in all states.
Cons
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Charges an origination fee of up to $495.
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Less than half of lenders offer a rate discount with automatic payment.
Best for borrowers wanting to see pre-qualified lease buyout offers without affecting their credit scores. Also, applicants who want a loan representative’s help from beginning to end.
RefiJet loan terms and requirements
Refinance and lease buyout | |
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Loan terms available. | 24-96 months. |
Maximum vehicle age. | 10 years. |
Maximum vehicle mileage. | 150,000 miles. |
Maximum loan-to-value ratio. | 150%. |
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About RefiJet: a closer look
RefiJet partners with a network of about 50 lenders to provide auto loan refinancing and car lease buyout loans. After matching applicants to lenders in its network, RefiJet provides multiple loan options for which an applicant may pre-qualify. This is done with a soft credit check and will not affect an applicant’s credit scores. Applicants select an option, which is then submitted to the lender resulting in a hard credit check.
RefiJet stands out for presenting pre-qualified offers from more than one lender, whereas some aggregators show only one offer from the lender they determine to be the best. Also, RefiJet differs in its process of assigning borrowers to a company financial services representative (FSR), as opposed to immediately passing borrowers to the lender. According to the RefiJet website, borrowers have their FSR's name and direct contact information and can call, email or text when needed throughout the loan process.
When reviewing and rating auto loan aggregators, NerdWallet writers gather information about customer experience, transparency, loan affordability, loan requirements and flexibility. RefiJet scores high for transparency. We like that minimum credit requirements, an interest rate range and loan terms can be easily found on their website. Refijet also scores well for customer experience.
RefiJet also offers cash-out refinancing, meaning borrowers with vehicle equity may be able to receive cash with their auto refinance loan. Borrowers should weigh the pros and cons of cash-out auto refinancing.
Nerdy Tip
RefiJet can help you shop many lenders with one application. However, be aware that aspects of your loan — such as interest rates, fees and level of customer service — will depend on the lender you are matched with and choose.
Do you qualify for a RefiJet auto refinance or lease buyout loan?
Here are RefiJet's borrower requirements to qualify for an auto refinancing or lease buyout loan. Because RefiJet works with many different lenders, some requirements shown are the lowest and highest among all lending partners. Meeting these requirements doesn’t guarantee approval. Also, some lenders may be more flexible with requirements when taking into account an applicant's total financial picture.
Minimum credit score | 540. |
Minimum credit history | At least one lender has no minimum. Lowest among lenders with a minimum is 12 months. |
Minimum annual gross income | $2,000 monthly. |
Maximum debt-to-income ratio | 70%. |
Co-applicants allowed? | Co-signers and co-borrowers allowed in most cases. |
States covered | All 50 states. |
Other restrictions | No open bankruptcies in the last 12 months. |
Other RefiJet details
Pre-qualification and preapproval. The company says all eligible applicants can receive pre-qualified offers based on a soft credit check. Once approved, loan offers are good for 30 days.
Upfront fees. Applicants should be prepared to pay an origination fee of up to $695 when they get a loan through RefiJet. This fee covers items like the title transfer and notary services.
Interest rate discounts. A RefiJet representative says more than half of its lending partners offer an APR discount (up to 0.25%) when a borrower sets up automatic payment.
Refinancing time restrictions. RefiJet will refinance as soon as the previous loan's paperwork is complete and the title can be transferred. Borrowers aren't required to have a certain balance or number of months remaining on their previous loan.
Deferred payments. RefiJet offers deferred payments for up to 90 days at the beginning of a loan.
Contacting Refijet. During the application process, borrowers can reach RefiJet by phone, email and text, with Spanish-speaking agents available. Hours are Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sat 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT.
RefiJet may be a good fit for those who:
Want to compare terms and rates. Pre-qualification with a soft credit check will not affect an applicant's credit scores, so it's a good way to see the rate you may qualify for and compare it to other lenders. Pre-qualified offers show estimated rate and payment along with loan term.
Prefer assistance with the loan process. Applicants receive one-on-one assistance from loan application and selection to title transfer and previous loan payoff.
Speak Spanish. RefiJet has Spanish-speaking representatives to assist by phone, email, text and chat.
Before you apply to Refijet
Check your credit. You can get your free credit report on NerdWallet or at AnnualCreditReport.com. If you find errors, file a credit dispute to correct them before you apply for an auto loan.
Figure what monthly payment you can afford. Use an auto refinance calculator or lease buyout calculator to determine what APR and repayment term you need to get monthly car payments that fit your budget. An auto refinance calculator also shows how much you can save by refinancing.
Gather your documents and information. RefiJet requires the following to submit an initial auto loan refinancing or lease buyout application: address, time at address, phone, email, birthdate, employment status, employer name, income, housing status, housing payment amount and basic vehicle information.
How to apply for a RefiJet auto refinancing or lease buyout loan
Pre-qualify for a loan. Applicants can pre-qualify for a loan on RefiJet’s website (using the Get Started button) or by phone at 800-260-5355. They’ll be asked to provide information like job title, income and address, as well as vehicle details like make and model of the car, mileage and car features. Applicants also have the option to work with a RefiJet financial services representative (FSR), whom they can contact throughout the loan application process. Pre-qualifying won’t hurt an applicant’s credit scores.
Make a loan decision. If you pre-qualify, RefiJet will match you with multiple loan offers from different lenders that best fit your situation. If you decide to move forward with a loan offer, RefiJet will submit a formal application to the lender, which will require a hard credit check. A hard inquiry may result in a temporary dip in your credit scores.
How do we review auto loan aggregators?
NerdWallet's review process surveys companies that offer any combination of new car purchase loans, used car purchase loans, auto refinance loans (traditional and/or cash-out) and lease buyout loans. These companies include direct lenders and aggregators; the latter group doesn't have in-house loan products but matches borrowers to third-party lenders within a network. Our aim is to provide an independent assessment of providers to help arm you with information to make sound, informed judgements on which ones will best meet your needs. We adhere to strict guidelines for editorial integrity.
Because aggregators are not the actual lender and servicing of the loan passes to the lender in most cases, NerdWallet focuses most heavily on the front end of the loan process. This includes level of service/support and transparency, with less focus on the actual loan product. In all, our survey for aggregators includes more than 60 data points. NerdWallet independently confirms product details and, when necessary, follows up with company representatives. At least two writers and an editor verify the facts for every lender review to ensure data are accurate.
To receive a star rating, an aggregator must respond to NerdWallet’s annual auto loans survey. Star ratings are then assessed from poor (one star) to excellent (five stars).
For more details about the categories considered when rating aggregators and our process, read our full methodology.
The auto loan APR range NerdWallet displays is provided by the aggregator. We make every attempt to keep rates updated, by sending out bimonthly rate surveys and encouraging aggregators to send us updates when rates change. We also compare these rates to APRs on the aggregator's website, if available. The accuracy of our rates depends on the information aggregators provide to us. It’s always a good idea to check average auto loan interest rates, and compare to similar aggregators or lenders, to determine if the provided rate seems realistic.
We ask aggregators to provide the lowest rate among their lending partners without including any potential rate discounts. The lowest rates shown are typically available only to borrowers with good or excellent credit (a FICO score of 690 and above).
We also ask aggregators for the highest rate among their lending partners, which typically reflects rates available to borrowers with fair or bad credit (a FICO score in the mid-600s or below). The highest interest rates result in higher monthly payments and more total interest paid.
Actual rates received by this aggregator’s auto loan borrowers may be different from the rates shown in this review.
Frequently asked questions
RefiJet is an auto loan refinancing company based in Denver, CO. The company was founded in 2016 and is accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), where it has received an A+ rating. Generally, online customer reviews tend to be positive.