How long does the Hyundai manufacturer warranty last?
Every new Hyundai comes with a 5-year warranty with unlimited mileage, confirmed directly on Hyundai UK's own site and its official warranty terms document. If the vehicle is used as a taxi, for private hire, or as a driving school car, the mileage limit becomes 100,000 miles instead of unlimited.
Separate cover periods apply to some components:
- 12V standard battery: 24 months, unlimited mileage
- 48V mild-hybrid battery: covered by the same 5-year unlimited mileage warranty
- High-voltage batteries (EV/hybrid/PHEV): 8 years or 100,000 miles, guaranteeing at least 70% of original capacity
- Anti-perforation (rust): 12 years
- Genuine parts and accessories: 2 years
- Paintwork: included within the 5-year warranty, though cosmetic issues are only covered for the first 12 months
The warranty also includes free roadside assistance and annual vehicle health checks for the full 5 years, and is fully transferable to a new owner if the car is sold and maintained correctly.
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Hyundai's terms exclude defects caused by failing to follow maintenance requirements, careless handling, accidents, improper repairs, use of non-genuine parts or unapproved fluids, and unauthorised modifications. Certain components have their own shorter cover periods rather than the full 5 years — for example, clutch discs (24 months/60,000 miles), brake friction linings (24 months/20,000 miles), and wiper blades (12 months/10,000 miles).
Keeping your warranty valid
Hyundai recommends servicing every 12 months or 10,000 miles, whichever comes first, to keep the warranty valid. The warranty is fully transferable to a new owner, provided the car has been maintained according to Hyundai's schedule.
WORTH KNOWING
Hyundai's own terms state plainly that the manufacturer does not provide an extension to the 5-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty — some local Hyundai distributors may offer their own paid extension, but there's no single centralised Hyundai UK product. Check with your dealer directly, or compare a third-party provider instead.
What happens after 5 years?
Since Hyundai doesn't offer a centralised extension, your main options once the manufacturer warranty ends are third-party providers like MotorEasy or Warrantywise, or checking with your local Hyundai dealer about any extension they may offer directly. Cost and eligibility depend on your specific car's age, mileage, and condition.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a Hyundai warranty in the UK?
5 years with unlimited mileage for private use, or 5 years/100,000 miles if used as a taxi, private hire, or driving school vehicle.
Can I extend my Hyundai warranty directly through Hyundai?
Hyundai as the manufacturer doesn't offer a centralised extension. Some local dealers may have their own paid option — check directly with your dealer, or compare a third-party provider.
Does the Hyundai EV battery warranty last as long as the main warranty?
No, it's longer and separate — 8 years or 100,000 miles, guaranteeing at least 70% of the battery's original capacity.
Is the Hyundai warranty transferable if I sell the car?
Yes, it remains with the vehicle and passes to the new owner, provided it's been maintained according to Hyundai's service requirements.