Do I Get a Warranty with a Car Lease?
When you sign-up for a brand new car, you expect a certain level of reliability and quality. You’ll be reassured to know that regardless of whether it’s a budget brand or a luxury model you can expect the various elements of the vehicle to work as they were designed to, since car manufacturers guarantee their work through a manufacturer warranty.
Does the manufacturer warranty apply to a lease car?
A manufacturer warranty applies when you get a new car. Regardless whether you purchase it from the dealership or get a brand-new leased vehicle, it'll come with a manufacturer warranty for at least 3 years.
What does a manufacturer warranty guarantee?
If there's a fault during the period of the warranty, then the issue will be fixed at no extra cost to yourself. The fault can be investigated and repaired at any franchised dealership, making it convenient and providing the reassurance of quality workmanship. It's one of the biggest perks of leasing.
What's covered under the warranty?
A manufacturer warranty will typically apply to any mechanical or electrical issue with the car, where it's a fault caused in the manufacturing of the vehicle. This usually includes issues with the engine, fuel and ignition systems, cooling systems, electrical systems, gearbox and clutch transmissions, steering and suspension.
It’s worth noting though, that each car manufacturer has its own specific terms for their warranty. Explore the warranties of some popular makes below:
What isn't covered?
Anything that's expected to deteriorate due to the car being driven in normal circumstances won't be covered. This includes things like brake pads and tyres and also consumables like engine oil, coolant and fuel.
Additionally, faults and damage caused by driver misuse or accidents wouldn't be covered under a manufacturer warranty. See the specific terms and conditions of the warranty of your chosen vehicle to review the full list of excluded issues.
How long does a manufacturer warranty last?
The length of time a warranty lasts can differ between brands and sometimes even between models from the same manufacturer. However, depending on the length of the lease, almost all warranties will cover your car for the majority of a lease, if not the full term. A 3 year new car warranty is standard on 4 out of every 5 new cars, and most brands stipulate a mileage limit, usually 60,000 miles.
There’s a problem with my lease car what do I do?
If you've received your lease car and there's a mechanical problem, the manufacturer warranty should cover you for any necessary repairs and replacements. Just call 0330 221 0000 or get in touch with our team here. They'll be happy to help.