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The Hyundai warranty that comes with all new vehicles offers some of the longest protection in the automotive industry. That’s not only a selling point at the Hyundai dealership, but it also means new car owners should have fewer worries down the road compared to some other vehicle owners.

In this article, we’ll do a point-by-point breakdown of the Hyundai warranty, talk about coverage terms and give our recommendations for some of the industry’s best extended car warranty companies.

When you purchase a new car from Hyundai, it comes with a Hyundai warranty package that acts as a guarantee that your vehicle is in proper working condition when you drive it off the lot. The main components of the Hyundai warranty are a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty.

If you experience a mechanical breakdown during the warranty period, Hyundai will repair or replace the parts at no cost to you. Here’s an overview of how long each part of the Hyundai warranty lasts:

Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty

Federal Emission Defect and Performance Warranty

California Emissions Control Systems Warranty

The Korean automaker states that it has “ America’s Best Warranty ,” and its Powertrain Limited Warranty does outlast most competitors by a few years. The same is true for Hyundai’s bumper-to-bumper coverage. For example, the Toyota warranty and Ford warranty each only offer 3 years/36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage.

The separate sections of the Hyundai warranty cover specific parts of the vehicle. Your Hyundai dealer should provide you with a warranty booklet that gives more details about your coverage, and you can also review specifics on the Hyundai website.

Here’s an in-depth breakdown of how the Hyundai warranty protects your vehicle: 

Besides peace of mind for repairs and replacement services, Hyundai’s factory warranty includes 5 years/unlimited miles of 24-hour roadside assistance. This can be useful if you’re locked out of your car or need towing services.

Even though Hyundai has one of the more comprehensive car warranties straight from the manufacturer, buying an Elantra doesn’t mean you’ll never have to pay for your own car repairs. These are a few items excluded from Hyundai warranty coverage: 

Along with Hyundai warranty coverage for new vehicles, the manufacturer offers protection for some used cars. To become a certified pre-owned (CPO) Hyundai vehicle, a car must pass a 173-point inspection. Hyundais with CPO status retain their original 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage and 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain coverage.

Additional benefits of Hyundai’s CPO warranty include rental reimbursement and 10 years/unlimited miles of roadside assistance.

If you’re thinking about buying a newer Hyundai from a private seller, you should know the warranty is transferable but has some limitations. Secondary owners of 2012 to 2019 hybrids have the lifetime battery warranty reduced to 10 years/100,000 miles. Powertrain coverage also falls to just 5 years/60,000 miles.

Since the Hyundai warranty offers more longevity than other brands’ coverage plans, it might be a while before you start thinking about prolonged protection. Still, an extended warranty can potentially save you from the costly repairs that become more likely as your vehicle gets older.

If you’re thinking about buying an extended warranty, you should examine your personal finances, because an extended warranty is something that may be paid monthly. For many drivers, it boils down to whether you have the funds to pay an unexpected repair bill out of pocket.

Your Hyundai vehicle’s reliability and how much you spend each year on repairs matter, too. In the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study℠ , Hyundai ranked seventh out of 33 automakers surveyed for reliability. During a 12-month survey period, Hyundai owners reported 101 mechanical issues per 100 vehicles, while the industry average was 121 issues.

When it comes to regular upkeep, the car repair estimation site RepairPal ballparks Hyundai’s yearly maintenance cost at $468, nearly $200 lower than the national average of $658. Here are some common repairs reported by Hyundai owners:

Exhaust gas recirculation valve replacement

Hyundai owners also commonly report seeing their check engine light turn on, which can be due to issues with multiple powertrain-related components.

Our team reached out to Hyundai for a comment on these issues but did not receive a response.

If you’re interested in lengthening your Hyundai warranty coverage, the manufacturer has three levels of extended warranty coverage to choose from:

Additional perks offered by Hyundai are things like rental car reimbursement, trip interruption coverage, 24/7 roadside assistance and service options at Hyundai dealers across the country. The warranty is also transferable, and you can roll the added cost into your auto loan payments. However, going that route means paying interest on your extended coverage.

Even though a dealer might offer you a great deal, independent warranty providers can also be a smart choice for extended protection. Reputable extended car warranty companies allow for more customer choice when it comes to coverage, and you can buy a warranty for a vehicle of any age — usually at cheaper prices than what a Hyundai dealer will try to sell you.

The downside of independent warranty coverage is that you are not guaranteed the use of genuine Hyundai parts for repairs or factory-trained technicians.

We recommend getting a few quotes to find the best price for extended coverage, as the final price will differ based on the vehicle, coverage level, warranty length and provider you choose.

*Data accurate at time of publication.

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