How long is the warranty period for a new car?
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The warranty period for almost all new cars is three years or 60,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. Standard new car warranty period: The standard warranty period for new cars is three years or 60,000 kilometers, whichever occurs first. This means that if the vehicle exceeds 60,000 kilometers from the date of purchase, the warranty period ends. According to China's Three Guarantees Law for automobiles, the warranty period exceeds the Three Guarantees period. Additionally, the purchase date in China is calculated based on the date recorded on the car purchase invoice. The length of the warranty period also varies depending on the brand of the new car. However, no brand offers a warranty period shorter than three years or 60,000 kilometers.
When I bought a car last year, I specifically researched this and found significant differences between brands. Domestic cars usually come with a 3-year or 60,000 km warranty, while joint-venture brands mostly offer 3 years, with some luxury brands extending to 4 years. What's most noteworthy is the warranty coverage—core components like the engine and transmission are often covered for 5 years, but wear-and-tear parts like batteries and wipers may only have a 6-month warranty. I remember the salesperson specifically reminded me to check page 32 of the maintenance manual for the warranty details, which clearly states that modifying the electrical system can void the warranty. I recommend having the dealership fully document every service visit, so you have evidence if you ever need to file a claim. Nowadays, some new energy vehicles even dare to offer lifetime warranties on the three key electric components, but make sure to read the exclusions carefully.
