No matter what fuel your car runs on, extended car warranty policies are available depending on your car’s age and mileage. From standard petrol and diesel to the latest electric and hybrid models, an extended warranty policy can protect you against any unexpected repairs and faults. Some policies can be tailored to your vehicle’s specific requirements, which can affect your overall price and coverage. With this in mind, our guide aims to make the process of choosing the best level of coverage easier for you.
In our comprehensive guide, we will cover extended car warranty policies for petrol and diesel vehicles, as well as the specialised policies tailored for electric and hybrid vehicles too. No matter your preferences, you can find the policy for you at ALA.
Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) have become increasingly popular in recent years, attracting drivers who want a more economical vehicle without straying too far from the mechanics of a petrol or diesel car. New hybrid vehicles come with a manufacturer warranty that last for between three and seven years; once this expires, it may be worth considering extra coverage. At ALA, we cover components such as:
Our policies come in three levels (silver, gold and platinum), allowing you to choose the policy that best suits you.
On average, hybrid vehicles don’t break down as much as internal combustion engine vehicles, but faults can happen. Batteries can be costly to repair and replace, whereas having an extended car warranty policy in place can protect you from these costs. With good maintenance, hybrid vehicles should last between 10 and 20 years, but many factors can affect this, including your driving habits, the age of the vehicle and the frequency of its use.
It can cost around £2000 to replace a hybrid vehicle, so having an extended warranty policy in place can help reduce the stress and financial worry. You can start building your extended car warranty quote here.
You can find out more about our extended warranty policies for hybrid vehicles in our previous guide .
Similarly to hybrid vehicles, EVs don’t break down as much as petrol and diesel vehicles, but can be expensive to repair should they suffer a fault. EV batteries can cost around £7000 to replace, which can be impractical for most people. Therefore, an extended car warranty policy could be what you need to cover any financial costs.
It is important to choose the level of cover that works for you and your vehicle, ensuring you understand the ins and outs before purchasing. Our EV warranty policies at ALA cover all electrical components within EVs, such as the electric systems. Our platinum policy is the most robust for EVs, and is ideal for EVs that are less than 8 years old and with less than 80,000 miles on the clock.
Before choosing a warranty policy, you should be aware of the various restrictions and limitations that may be in place. For instance, your EV won’t be covered if a fault is due to general wear and tear, or if you fail to keep up with regular maintenance.
To find out more about our EV extended warranty policies, please read our previous guide here .
Although diesel cars are renowned for being reliable, they can still suffer costly breakdowns, like any vehicle. Although diesel cars have higher torque and better combustion efficiency, making them more reliable, they can suffer faults if not maintained properly. All engine components are covered in our platinum warranty coverage, as well as:
Routine servicing can reduce the chances of your car suffering from a breakdown, and can even increase the validity of your policy.
You can find out more about extended warranty policies for diesel cars in our previous guide here .
Extended warranty policies are widely used amongst all vehicles, including petrol cars. New petrol cars don’t usually need an extended warranty policy due to the existing manufacturer warranty, but older cars can benefit significantly. It is important to note that most warranty providers will have age and mileage limitations, as well as pre-inspections. However, at ALA, pre inspections aren’t required.
To ensure your extended warranty policy is valid, you should keep servicing your vehicle and use manufacturer-approved parts. Make sure you keep a detailed record of your servicing history, and that no modifications have been carried out on your vehicle.
You can start building your extended car warranty policy here to see how much you could be spending, and how long your cover will last. At ALA, all of our policies can be renewed.
You can find out more about extended warranty policies for petrol cars in our previous guide here.
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