What credit score do auto lenders look at? The three major credit bureaus are Experian, TransUnion and Equifax. The two big credit scoring models used by auto lenders are FICO® Auto Score and Vantage. We're going to take at look at FICO® since it has long been the auto industry standard.
What FICO score do auto lenders use?
When people apply for a credit card or a loan, creditors obtain FICO® Scores from one of the major credit reporting agencies. Auto lenders use a special reporting system called FICO® Auto Score when determining the creditworthiness of a potential customer.
Which credit bureau is used most by lenders?
Although Experian is the largest credit bureau in the U.S., TransUnion and Equifax are widely considered to be just as accurate and important. When it comes to credit scores, however, there is a clear winner: FICO® Score is used in 90% of lending decisions.
Do lenders use FICO auto?
Lenders set their own requirements, but Capital One's lowest rates are typically available only to borrowers with good or excellent credit (generally a FICO score of 690 and above).