car warranties

In Australia, new car warranties are typically 5 years/unlimited km, with some brands stretching to 7 years and a few offering longer terms if you service in-network. EVs usually add a separate battery warranty around 8 years/160,000 km. Beyond the brochure, Australian Consumer Law guarantees can still apply for faults that fail reasonable durability, even after the stated warranty. Buy from a licensed dealer and you may get a statutory used-car warranty depending on age/kilometres and your state; private sales don’t. Extended warranties can help, but many are just insurance with exclusions thicker than a workshop manual—read every clause. Keep records and service on time for maximum leverage. Consult official documentation for exact figures.