New Car Warranty Comparison (2026)
Side-by-side comparison of new-vehicle warranties for 38 major automakers. All figures are "whichever comes first" — miles or years, whichever you hit sooner. Powertrain warranty covers engine, transmission, and drivetrain; basic (bumper-to-bumper) covers most other components; battery is separate for hybrids and EVs.
Best Basic Warranty
vinfast
10 yr / 125K mi
Best Powertrain Warranty
vinfast
10 yr / 125K mi
Best Battery Warranty (EV/Hybrid)
rivian
8 yr / 175K mi
| Brand | Basic | Powertrain | Battery (EV/Hybrid) | Corrosion | Roadside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vinfast | 10 yr / 125K mi | 10 yr / 125K mi | 10 yr / 125K mi | 10 yr / 125K mi | 10 yr / 125K mi |
| genesis | 5 yr / 60K mi | 10 yr / 100K mi | 10 yr / 100K mi | 7 yr / unlimited | 5 yr / unlimited |
| hyundai | 5 yr / 60K mi | 10 yr / 100K mi | 10 yr / 100K mi | 7 yr / unlimited | 5 yr / unlimited |
| mitsubishi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 10 yr / 100K mi | 10 yr / 100K mi | 7 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited |
| kia | 5 yr / 60K mi | 10 yr / 100K mi | 10 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi |
| lucid | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 12 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / 50K mi |
| tesla | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 120K mi | 8 yr / 150K mi | 12 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / 50K mi |
| rivian | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 175K mi | 8 yr / 175K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi |
| lexus | 4 yr / 50K mi | 6 yr / 70K mi | 10 yr / 150K mi | 6 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| infiniti | 4 yr / 60K mi | 6 yr / 70K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 7 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| buick | 4 yr / 50K mi | 6 yr / 70K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / 70K mi |
| cadillac | 4 yr / 50K mi | 6 yr / 70K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / 70K mi |
| acura | 4 yr / 50K mi | 6 yr / 70K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / 50K mi |
| jaguar | 5 yr / 60K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / unlimited | 5 yr / unlimited |
| lincoln | 4 yr / 50K mi | 6 yr / 70K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 6 yr / 70K mi |
| audi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 12 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| bmw | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 12 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| mini | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 12 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| polestar | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 12 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / 50K mi |
| porsche | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 12 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| volvo | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 12 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| toyota | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 10 yr / 150K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 2 yr / 25K mi |
| mercedes benz | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 10 yr / 155K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / unlimited |
| chevrolet | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi |
| gmc | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi |
| volkswagen | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 7 yr / 100K mi | 3 yr / 36K mi |
| chrysler | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 5 yr / 60K mi |
| dodge | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 5 yr / 60K mi |
| ford | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 5 yr / 60K mi |
| honda | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 3 yr / 36K mi |
| jeep | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 5 yr / 60K mi |
| land rover | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| maserati | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 6 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / unlimited |
| mazda | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 3 yr / 36K mi |
| nissan | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 3 yr / 36K mi |
| ram | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 5 yr / 60K mi |
| subaru | 3 yr / 36K mi | 5 yr / 60K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 3 yr / 36K mi |
| fiat | 4 yr / 50K mi | 4 yr / 50K mi | 8 yr / 100K mi | 5 yr / unlimited | 4 yr / 50K mi |
Data source: manufacturer new-vehicle warranty terms as published on each brand's US consumer site. Warranties apply to model year 2024-2026 new vehicles. Warranty terms on used vehicles depend on remaining balance and transferability rules that vary by brand. Last updated 2026-07. Always verify current terms with your local dealer before purchase.