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whether you extend it or not. This is still applicable to used cars, too</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are different types of car warranty, including used, extended and private</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Car warranty terminology can be tricky! Take a closer look at each term and <a href="#find-out-what-it-means">find out what it means</a></span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’ll guide you through the <a href="#pros-cons-extended-warranty">pros and cons of getting an extended warranty</a>, what this might entail, and where to get one from</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Buying a new or a </span><a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/used-cars/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">used car?</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> A decent car warranty will provide you with peace of mind should the vehicle develop any faults. Read on to discover what it is, what it covers, and what types there are.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contents</span></h3> <ul> <li><a href="#car-warranties">Everything you need to know about car warranties</a></li> <li><a href="#what-is-car-warranty">What is a car warranty?</a></li> <li><a href="#do-cars-come-with-warranty"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Do cars come with a warranty?</span></a></li> <li><a href="#warranty-for-used-cars"><span style="font-weight: 400;">What about a warranty for used cars?</span></a></li> <li><a href="#what-car-warranty-covers">What does a car warranty cover?</a></li> <li><a href="#whats-not-covered-by-warranty">What is not covered by your car warranty?</a></li> <li><a href="#warranty-key-terms">Car warranty key terms</a></li> <li><a href="#types-of-car-warranty">What types of car warranty are there?</a></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="#new-car-warranty">New car warranty</a> </span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="#extended-warranty">Extended warranty</a> </span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="#approved-used-car-warranty">Approved used car warranty</a> </span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="#used-car-warranty">Used car warranty</a> </span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="#private-car-warranty">Private car warranty</a> </span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="#electric-car-battery-warranty">Electric car battery warranty</a> </span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="#paintwork-and-perforation-warranties">Paintwork and perforation warranties</a> </span></li> <li><a href="#do-you-need-car-warranty">Do you need a car warranty?</a></li> <li><a href="#advantages-car-warranty"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Advantages of taking out a car warranty</span></a></li> <li><a href="#disadvantages-car-warranty"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Disadvantages of taking out a car warranty</span></a></li> <li><a href="#is-it-worth-having-car-warranty">Is it worth having a car warranty?</a></li> <li><a href="#car-warranty-cost">How much does a car warranty cost?</a></li> <li><a href="#where-can-I-get-car-warranty">Where can I get a car warranty from?</a></li> <li><a href="#how-to-make-car-warranty-claim">How to make a car warranty claim</a></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="#could-warranty-claim-be-rejected">Could my car warranty claim be rejected?</a> </span></li> <li><a href="#expert-car-advice-from-Motors">Expert car advice from Motors.co.uk</a></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="what-is-car-warranty"></a><a id="car-warranties"></a>What is a car warranty? </span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A car warranty is essentially a type of insurance policy that covers the cost of repairing your vehicle in the event of a mechanical defect, electrical failure or faulty paintwork during the period of cover. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For example, if your car’s air conditioning stopped working (electrical default) or its brakes failed (mechanical default), a car warranty would cover some, or all, of the repair costs. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are several provisions and conditions on what a car warranty will and won’t pay out for, the details of which we’ll get into later. But generally speaking, a car warranty is designed to protect you from having to pay for issues caused by a manufacturing error or fault.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="do-cars-come-with-warranty"></a>Do cars come with a warranty? </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yes, in most instances, cars do come with a warranty. New cars usually come with a free warranty that’s valid for three years or 60,000 miles from the date of manufacture – whichever comes first. Though some car manufacturers will offer even longer warranty periods, as is the case for </span><a href="https://www.kia.com/uk/owners/insurance-and-warranty/7-year-warranty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kia’s seven-year / 100,000-mile warranty</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, or </span><a href="https://www.hyundai.co.uk/five-year-unlimited-mileage-warranty#:~:text=A%20manufacturer%20backed%2C%20unlimited%20mileage,Anti%2Dperforation%20warranty" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hyundai’s five-year / unlimited mileage warranty. </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Once your new car warranty expires, it’s then up to you if you want to purchase more or run your car without it. </span></p> <p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-83808" src="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-clean-shutterstock-1024x657.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="657" srcset="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-clean-shutterstock-1024x657.jpg 1024w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-clean-shutterstock-300x192.jpg 300w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-clean-shutterstock-768x493.jpg 768w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-clean-shutterstock-1536x986.jpg 1536w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-clean-shutterstock-2048x1314.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="warranty-for-used-cars"></a>What about a warranty for used cars?</span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But what about used cars, we hear you ask. Well, you should know that used cars are still eligible for a warranty too. If you’re </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">buying a used car</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">, depending on just how used it is, it could still be covered by the manufacturer’s original warranty, i.e. the new car warranty we mentioned above. If that’s the case, you can let it run and make a decision about what you want to do nearer the expiry date. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If it’s no longer covered by the new car warranty, then you have a few options. Firstly, the dealership you’re purchasing the used car from might offer you a complimentary used car warranty. If they don’t offer you any then you might decide to purchase your own, privately. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’ll explore new car and used car warranties in more detail later on, but for now, let’s look at what a car warranty actually covers. </span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="what-car-warranty-covers"></a>What does a car warranty cover?</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">What’s covered by your warranty will vary depending on the insurer and the type of warranty you have, so make sure you read the small print carefully. But on the whole, most warranties will cover the cost of repairs to: </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Transmission – this is the part of the car that actions a gear change </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The engine</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fuel and ignition systems</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Air conditioning</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Electric systems</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gearbox</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Steering system</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Suspension</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Clutch and brake parts that could not have been caused by driving style – e.g. leaving your foot on the clutch for too long</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some car warranties will also cover the cost of the breakdown recovery service, as well as a replacement car for you to use whilst yours is being fixed. But that’s not always the case, so again, read your policy details carefully to make sure you don’t get hit with an unexpected vehicle recovery bill. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s also important that you check which </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">parts</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> are covered under your car’s warranty, and which ones have a limited coverage period. For example, under </span><a href="https://www.kia.com/uk/owners/insurance-and-warranty/7-year-warranty/terms-and-exclusions/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kia’s seven-year warranty</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, cracks to exterior glass are actually only covered for the first three months / 1,000 miles and the air conditioning refrigerant charge for the first 24 months. If a certain part of your car breaks that isn’t covered under the warranty, then you’ll have to foot the bill for it. </span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="whats-not-covered-by-warranty"></a>What is not covered by your car warranty?</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Having a car warranty doesn’t mean you’re automatically covered for any and every issue you have with your vehicle. In fact, there’s actually quite a lot that </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">isn’t</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> covered under a car warranty. Again, it can vary depending on the type of warranty you have, but generally, a standard car warranty won’t cover the following: </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Everyday wear and tear – things like worn tyres, brakes and windscreen wipers</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Specified car parts like batteries and wheels</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cars used for racing or as taxis</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Repairs to parts that are not broken</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Damage caused by frost, rust or carbon build-up</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Damage caused by natural disasters such as floods or heavy winds</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Damage caused by yourself – such as reckless driving, driving on roads you’re not supposed to, or just generally not looking after your car properly </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can also invalidate your warranty if you don’t have it serviced or MOT’d regularly. Modifying your car can also negate the warranty too, so double-check before having anything fitted or changed. For instance, if you wanted to get a personalised number plate, then you would need to check your car warranty would allow for this before going ahead. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Additionally, some car warranty policies will only allow certain garages to carry out the repairs. So if you are booking your car in for a repair under warranty, make sure it’s with an approved mechanic or you might have to pay for it yourself. </span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="warranty-key-terms"></a><a id="find-out-what-it-means"></a>Car warranty key terms </span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When checking what’s covered and what’s not covered under a car warranty, we’ve mentioned how important it is to read the small print. However, terms and conditions notoriously contain lots of technical terms and industry jargon that can be difficult to get to grips with. So, here are some of the key phrases you might want to familiarise yourself with:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>‘Consequential loss’</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> – this is what warranty providers call any damage to an insured part of the car that was caused by an uninsured part of the car breaking. For example, imagine your (insured) exhaust gets damaged because the (uninsured) catalytic converter breaks – (the catalytic converter is the part that reduces harmful emissions). Under some car warranties, you might have to pay for some or all of the repairs. To avoid this, look for a car warranty that covers you for ‘consequential damage’.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>‘Betterment’</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> – this is when your car gets a part that is ‘better’ than the one it’s replacing. Meaning your vehicle ends up in a better condition than it was previously and so increases in value. If you have a ‘betterment’ clause on your car warranty you might have to pay for the upgraded replacement, either in full or by paying the difference. If you can, look for a car warranty that doesn’t restrict your cover like this. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Garage choice </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">– some car warranty providers have a list of ‘approved garages’ that you’ll need to use for your repairs. If your insurers do have this clause and you take the car somewhere else, you might have to pay for the job yourself. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Labour rate</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> – that’s the garage’s hourly rate. How much of it your car warranty provider will pay towards will be stated in the small print. If what the insurers will pay is lower than the labour rate, then again, you might have to pay the difference. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><b>Excess </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">– this is the amount you will need to pay towards repairs when you make a claim. For instance, if your excess is £200, this is what you would pay and your insurers would pay anything after that (up to the limit). If the cost of the repair does not exceed the excess, then your insurer might not pay at all. </span></li> </ul> <p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-83809" src="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-deal-shutterstock-1024x674.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="674" srcset="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-deal-shutterstock-1024x674.jpg 1024w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-deal-shutterstock-300x198.jpg 300w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-deal-shutterstock-768x506.jpg 768w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-deal-shutterstock-1536x1012.jpg 1536w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-deal-shutterstock-2048x1349.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="types-of-car-warranty"></a>What types of car warranty are there?</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are three main types of car warranty; a new car warranty, used car warranty and an extended car warranty. But did you know there are other kinds too, like paintwork and perforation warranty? With so many out there it can get a bit confusing, so in the next section, we’re going to explore each one in a little more detail. </span></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="new-car-warranty"></a>New car warranty </span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A new car warranty, also known as a manufacturer’s warranty, is the one that’s included when you buy a brand-new car. It’s usually completely free, and lasts anywhere between three and seven years, though this depends on the carmaker. The majority of manufacturers offer a three-year warranty. However, </span><a href="https://www.hyundai.co.uk/five-year-unlimited-mileage-warranty#:~:text=A%20manufacturer%20backed%2C%20unlimited%20mileage,Anti%2Dperforation%20warranty" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hyunda</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">i and </span><a href="https://mitsubishi-motors.co.uk/warranty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mitsubishi</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> offer a five-year car warranty, and </span><a href="https://www.kia.com/uk/owners/insurance-and-warranty/7-year-warranty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kia goes even further with its seven-year cover.</span></a></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some carmakers will also add a mileage limit to the warranty to ensure the new car is covered for a fair amount of time. This means that the car warranty will either last for the time period or the distance quoted, whichever comes first.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="extended-warranty"></a>Extended warranty</span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">By extended warranty, we mean that </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">extra</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> cover that new car buyers can purchase to have that </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">extra</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> peace of mind. Essentially there are two types of extended car warranty. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The first type is an add-on to your existing car warranty. Car manufacturers offer it as an extra when you purchase the car, either as a gesture of goodwill or at a cost. This type of extended warranty may include cover not typically found in the standard warranty. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The second type of extended warranty is when the manufacturer allows you to extend your car’s warranty before it expires. An extended car warranty offers you protection for a longer time period, or for more miles. Sometimes the extended warranty isn’t as comprehensive as the original warranty, sometimes it is – it depends on your car manufacturer and policy provider.</span></p> <p><b><a id="pros-cons-extended-warranty"></a>Is it worth getting an extended warranty? </b></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It largely depends on your personal circumstances. Sometimes extended warranties can be expensive and don’t actually cover that much. Plus, with a lot of carmakers offering three to seven year warranties, you would assume that if the car were to malfunction or develop a defect, it would do so during the original warranty. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On the other hand, extended car warranties offer you both reassurance and financial protection in the event your car suffers a mechanical or electrical fault. If this does happen, the cost of the repair can massively outweigh the relatively small cost of the extended warranty.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Plus, if you do take out extended warranty, your car will be fixed by a certified mechanic using branded parts. As a result, you can be sure the repair will be of a certain quality and the value of your car will remain intact, too. </span></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="approved-used-car-warranty"></a>Approved used car warranty</span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When you buy a used car from a manufacturer-approved dealer they might offer you this type of warranty. However, the vehicle will usually need to be less than three years old and still have some of its original cover left to run.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Official dealerships will give anyone buying a used car from an approved manufacturer this kind of warranty for extra peace of mind. The only condition is that the car must be inspected beforehand to ensure it meets the carmaker’s standards. As a norm, approved used car warranties tend to be valid for 12 months. In some cases, there may be a mileage limit alternative so that you get the full year of cover.</span></p> <p><strong>So what does an approved used car warranty cover? </strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Generally, it will offer the same amount of cover as a new vehicle warranty. This is because the car will be nearly new, and so the risk of a claim is low. In any case, always check the small print because not all approved used car warranty cover will be the same.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="used-car-warranty"></a>Used car warranty</span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This type of car warranty does sound similar to an approved car warranty, but it’s slightly different. Used car warranty applies to cars bought from independent dealerships. This means they have no official association with the car’s manufacturer. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As a rule, independent car dealers are not obliged to provide you with any warranty at all. Though some will as a gesture of goodwill or as means of building a strong reputation. Typically, a used car warranty runs for just three months – which is considerably shorter than an approved used or new car warranty. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re buying a used car from the dealership, legally, they don’t actually have to offer you any warranty. However, if you buy a used car online and you find there are faults with it – don’t worry – you’ll be protected under your consumer rights. Our handy blog, </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/your-legal-rights-when-buying-a-car-online/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">your legal rights when buying a car online</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, covers this in more depth.</span></p> <p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-83811" src="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-warranty-shutterstock-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-warranty-shutterstock-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-warranty-shutterstock-300x200.jpg 300w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-warranty-shutterstock-768x512.jpg 768w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-warranty-shutterstock-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/car-warranty-shutterstock-2048x1365.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="private-car-warranty"></a>Private car warranty</span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/car-buyers-sellers-contract-all-you-need-to-know-template/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">buying your car privately</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> then you might be interested in private cover. You can take out a private warranty at any time, regardless of whether your car is new or pre-loved. You can obtain an aftermarket warranty from: </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.rac.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">RAC</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> – the RAC provides a car warranty directly to buyers and it can be tailored to suit any car, no matter its age, mileage or condition. Usually, the older the car, the more you pay. And what is covered is also likely to be limited to the major mechanical components.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.warrantywise.co.uk/?--&utm_term=warrantywise&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=4767290329&hsa_cam=143888010&hsa_grp=6446026050&hsa_ad=477555462209&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=aud-857035352292:kwd-4272655982&hsa_kw=warrantywise&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxveXBhDDARIsAI0Q0x1dTUqlnck0XD3T6KMjAEfkCy9z1ejmhAc-FUB00wReTBD_JUpz7I4aApCTEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Warrantywise</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> / </span><a href="https://www.warrantydirect.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwxveXBhDDARIsAI0Q0x32ln8SJ7FkFj1uevkHJSsOJ3MEgU5T5S7AhuX1GE9p9wfpu-h_kJMaAhorEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Warranty Direct </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">– both companies offer warranty cover to older cars up to a certain age and mileage. You buy it like you do car insurance, in that you can pay a lump sum or make monthly repayments. These warranties are flexible and you can usually pick how long you want them to last. There are also different levels of cover depending on how old the car is, how many miles it has and its previous history.</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="electric-car-battery-warranty"></a>Electric car battery warranty</span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This type of warranty covers car batteries on </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/electric-car-buyers-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">electric vehicles</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> specifically. If you’re buying an </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/electric-vehicles/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">electric or plug-in hybrid</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> vehicle this is something you might be interested in, as an </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/electric-car-charging-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">electric car battery</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> warranty usually lasts longer than the standard warranty that covers the rest of the car. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Currently, most EV and plug-in electric vehicle manufacturers offer an eight-year battery warranty. But the mileage limit differs depending on the maker. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The purpose of having an electric car battery warranty is to protect you against ‘battery degradation’. Battery degradation is a process that permanently reduces the amount of energy a battery can hold. So, if the charge capacity dips below a certain point, depending on the carmaker, they will replace the battery free of charge. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you need some more advice on charging your electric vehicle, our </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/electric-car-charging-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">helpful guide</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has plenty of useful information. </span></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="paintwork-and-perforation-warranties"></a>Paintwork and perforation warranties </span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Paintwork warranties guarantee the quality and finish of a car’s bodywork, and they usually last for the same amount of time as the standard warranty (around three years). Paintwork is prone to damage, and so after three years, it becomes harder to determine if the damage was caused by a fault in production or simply just the standard wear and tear that happens when running a car.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Perforation warranties usually accompany paintwork ones. What they do is guarantee the vehicle against any rust or corrosion related to poor manufacturing. This type of warranty will normally last for a longer period than paintwork warranties – depending on the carmaker – but will be worded clearly to make sure that the corrosion is not caused by external damage. For reference, lots of anti-perforation warranties last for 12 years, although there are exceptions.</span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="do-you-need-car-warranty"></a>Do you need a car warranty?</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Not necessarily, a car warranty is not a legal requirement for car ownership, unlike </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/car-insurance-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">car insurance</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. With this in mind, you might be wondering whether or not you actually need a car warranty. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As we mentioned earlier, most new cars and even some used cars will come with a standard manufacturer warranty included that you don’t need to pay for. However, once this runs out, you might be wondering whether you should pay for an extended, aftermarket, or another type of car warranty. Below we’ve outlined some of the pros and cons of taking out a car warranty.</span></p> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="advantages-car-warranty"></a>Advantages of taking out a car warranty</span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">As well as providing you with peace of mind, a car warranty can help cover the costs of mechanical or electrical defects – which can be incredibly costly </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can tailor car warranty policies to suit your needs</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="disadvantages-car-warranty"></a>Disadvantages of taking out a car warranty</span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are limits to how much you can claim – usually, the car’s total value will be taken as the upper limit</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s a significant extra annual cost on top of the rest of the vehicle’s running costs – though it can save you money if your car develops a mechanical or electrical fault. So you need to weigh up the cost of having a car warranty vs the cost of not having one. It needs to work for you. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">You’ll need to make sure you know all the exclusions and requirements so that your warranty is not invalidated. </span></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="is-it-worth-having-car-warranty"></a>Is it worth having a car warranty?</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There’s no denying that you’re better off with a car warranty than you are without. However, once your new car warranty expires – an extended, specialist or used warranty is your only option. And it will cost you. So the question then becomes, is it worth paying for a car warranty? </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Only you can make this judgement call. As with any insurance policy, it’s about weighing up the risks. On the one hand, taking out a car warranty is another monthly expense, and what if you never need to use it? Or your car breaks but the warranty doesn’t cover it?</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On the other hand, the relatively small cost now could save you hundreds, even thousands, down the line. That’s not to mention the reassurance that comes with purchasing a comprehensive car warranty. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For some – this makes a car warranty worth it, others may be willing to chance it. There are lots of factors to consider here, and you will need to weigh up the costs of having a policy in place vs the costs of not having it in place and come to a decision that’s right for you.</span></p> <p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-83812" src="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/engine-check-shutterstock-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/engine-check-shutterstock-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/engine-check-shutterstock-300x200.jpg 300w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/engine-check-shutterstock-768x512.jpg 768w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/engine-check-shutterstock-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/engine-check-shutterstock-2048x1365.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="car-warranty-cost"></a>How much does a car warranty cost?</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Unfortunately, there isn’t a standard answer to this question, either. How much you pay for a car warranty will depend on factors such as: </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/used-car-mileage-vs-age-which-matters-more/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The car’s mileage </span></a></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The make and model of the car </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">How old the car is </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The level of cover you want and how long you want it for </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In general, the older or more expensive the car is, the pricier the warranty. If you’re looking for a car warranty privately, make sure you shop around and check with different providers to get the best deal. If you’re buying through a dealer you may have no choice but to go with their warranty. </span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="where-can-I-get-car-warranty"></a>Where can I get a car warranty from?</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re buying a new car then it should come with a carmaker’s warranty as standard. If you want to extend the coverage of your new car warranty then you can pay for an extended car warranty when it’s about to expire.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, in the event you’re buying a used car from a dealership, then you may get a used car warranty as </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/how-to-negotiate-a-car-price-18-expert-haggling-tips/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">part of the deal.</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> This is not a given though, so make sure you check with them. If it’s not included, dealerships can still provide you with a used car warranty but you might have to pay extra for it. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lastly, if you’re buying your car from an independent garage, dealer or private seller, or are buying a warranty long after you’ve bought the car, then you will need a private car warranty. These can be quite flexible and customisable, though it will be up to you to source this kind of warranty and set it up. As we mentioned earlier, RAC, </span><a href="https://www.warrantywise.co.uk/?--&utm_term=warrantywise&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=4767290329&hsa_cam=143888010&hsa_grp=6446026050&hsa_ad=477555462209&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=aud-857035352292:kwd-4272655982&hsa_kw=warrantywise&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxveXBhDDARIsAI0Q0x1dTUqlnck0XD3T6KMjAEfkCy9z1ejmhAc-FUB00wReTBD_JUpz7I4aApCTEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Warrantywise</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://www.warrantydirect.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwxveXBhDDARIsAI0Q0x32ln8SJ7FkFj1uevkHJSsOJ3MEgU5T5S7AhuX1GE9p9wfpu-h_kJMaAhorEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Warranty Direct</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> all sell independent car warranties. </span></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="how-to-make-car-warranty-claim"></a>How to make a car warranty claim</span></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If your </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">car has broken down</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> because of a mechanical or electrical fault then you will need to make a claim. Making a claim is relatively straightforward, simply follow the steps below: </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">First and foremost, check that your car warranty covers you for this type of claim</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">If it does, contact your insurer to report the issue and start the claim. Don’t wait longer than 7 days, as you may negate your cover if you wait that long</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">If your claim is valid, your insurer will give you the go-ahead and tell you where to find your nearest authorised garage</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact the authorised garage to book your car in for the repair. Take a copy of your warranty policy documents, proof of servicing and an up-to-date MOT certificate</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">If your claim is accepted, then your insurer will pay the cost of the repairs directly to the garage or reimburse you once you’ve paid for the work. If you have an excess policy it will be deducted from your claim</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="could-warranty-claim-be-rejected"></a>Could my car warranty claim be rejected? </span></h3> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Unfortunately, yes. You can find a list of the reasons why your claim might be rejected in </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">this section.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> But as a general rule to be aware of, a car warranty is designed to cover you for mechanical and electrical faults, caused by factors outside your control. If the damage doesn’t fall under this remit, then it’s likely that you will have to cover the cost. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Plus, even if the damage has been caused because of a default with the car, there are still conditions you need to be aware of – such as the ‘betterment’ clause, labour rates and approved garages. To avoid your claim being rejected you should always read the small print and if you’re still unsure you should ask your insurer to clarify.</span></p> <p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-83813" src="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/sign-warranty-shutterstock-1024x450.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="450" srcset="https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/sign-warranty-shutterstock-1024x450.jpg 1024w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/sign-warranty-shutterstock-300x132.jpg 300w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/sign-warranty-shutterstock-768x338.jpg 768w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/sign-warranty-shutterstock-1536x675.jpg 1536w, https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/sign-warranty-shutterstock-2048x900.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p> <h2><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a id="expert-car-advice-from-Motors"></a>Expert car advice from Motors.co.uk </span></h2> <p><a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">At Motors</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, our aim is to arm you with all the tools you need to come to a decision that’s right for you. We hope our guide has cleared up any questions you have surrounding a car warranty, including whether or not it’s right for you. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re looking for more information on all things cars, our </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/advice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">car advice hub</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is home to an abundance of guides, from how to buy a used car online to understanding </span><a href="https://news.motors.co.uk/car-depreciation-everything-you-need-to-know/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">car depreciation</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. 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That's w...</p> </div> <div class="posts__links__button"> <div class="arrow option-style-1"> <div>Read more</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </a> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="scrollbar"> <div class="handle"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="heading layout-nobackground option-titleside-center" > <div class="container"> <div class="heading__inner"> <div class="heading__inner__title"> <h2>FAQs</h2> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="accordion layout-nobackground option-style-plus option-border option-captions " > <div class="container"> <div class="dropdown"> <div class="dropdown__top"> <h3>Do car dealers have to give a 3-month warranty?</h3> </div> <div class="dropdown__btm"> <div class="dropdown__btm__inner"> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">No, car dealers are not legally obliged to give any car warranty at all. However, most dealers, both franchised and independent, will sell you the car with a car warranty of three months to a year. </span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="dropdown"> <div class="dropdown__top"> <h3>Do any cars have a 10-year warranty?</h3> </div> <div class="dropdown__btm"> <div class="dropdown__btm__inner"> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">No, not in the UK. The standard car warranty is three years. However, </span><a href="https://www.hyundai.co.uk/five-year-unlimited-mileage-warranty#:~:text=A%20manufacturer%20backed%2C%20unlimited%20mileage,Anti%2Dperforation%20warranty" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hyundai </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">and </span><a href="https://mitsubishi-motors.co.uk/warranty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mitsubishi </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">offer five-year warranties and </span><a href="https://www.kia.com/uk/owners/insurance-and-warranty/7-year-warranty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kia has gone even further with their seven-year car warranty. </span></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="dropdown"> <div class="dropdown__top"> <h3>What warranty comes with a second-hand car?</h3> </div> <div class="dropdown__btm"> <div class="dropdown__btm__inner"> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re </span><a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/used-cars/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">buying a used</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> car it may still come with its manufacturer warranty (new car warranty). If this has expired you may be able to blag some approved/ used car warranty out of the dealership. However, it’s not uncommon for second-hand cars to be sold with no warranty at all. </span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="dropdown"> <div class="dropdown__top"> <h3>Do car dealers legally have to give a warranty?</h3> </div> <div class="dropdown__btm"> <div class="dropdown__btm__inner"> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">No, they do not, a warranty is not a legal requirement for a used car. However, many large dealerships will offer it as a gesture of goodwill or as a means of building their reputation. </span></p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="dropdown"> <div class="dropdown__top"> <h3>Can you buy a warranty after purchase?</h3> </div> <div class="dropdown__btm"> <div class="dropdown__btm__inner"> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yes, you can buy an extended warranty after the manufacturer’s warranty ends. 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