New Work Car

[Down2Earth]

I'm looking at getting a new work car. I put 2000 miles a month on and those nice warranties buy Kia or Hyundia look pretty good. I plan on spending no more then $15K. What are your thoughts? Different brands? Suggestions welcome.

[Scott K]

Kia in Mankato doubles the warranty when you buy from them, so it is like 200k warranty. My girlfriend has a Kia Soul, and it is a decent car, decent millage.

[Down2Earth]

I'm guessing that warranty just for the power train. Is it 10 years or 200,000 miles or does it double the years to 20 too? What do they have as a bumper to bumper warranty?

[Scott K]

It is a 20/200k warranty, I dont know the details, but I am sure if you searched Kia of Mankato, I am sure it is on there.

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KIA OF MANKATO

20 YEAR/200,000 MILE WARRANTY

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Kia of Mankato is pleased to offer an exclusive 20 years/200,000 Mile Limited

Power train Warranty on all new Kias purchased from Kia of Mankato.

Q: What does the 200,000 Mile Kia of Mankato Warranty program cover?

A: The 200,000 Mile Kia of Mankato Warranty covers parts and labor on all approved engine, transmission and driveline failures including applicable seals and gaskets. See question below for a list of all the covered components and disclosures.

Q: What do I have to do to keep the 200,000 Mile Kia of Mankato Warranty in effect?

A: Simply maintain the vehicle at any Certified Kia dealership, in accordance with the Manufacturer’s Recommended Maintenance Schedule. Note that the recommended maintenance must be performed according to the maintenance schedule booklet.

Q: Where can I find the Manufacturer’s Recommended Maintenance Schedule for my vehicle?

A: See your Maintenance Guide given at the time of delivery or call and speak to a Kia of Mankato Service Advisor.

Q: Do I have to service the vehicle at Kia of Mankato?

A: It is not necessary to have your service work performed at Kia of Mankato however, it does need to be documented and any warranty work will need to be completed at a Certified Kia Dealership.

Q: Can I change my own oil?

A: You may change your own oil however you will have to have supporting documentation i.e.: receipts for oil and filters etc. and will have to keep an oil change log and sign off each time an oil change is completed showing that it has been done within the recommended mileage intervals.

Q: Am I responsible for paying a deductible when making a claim?

A: There is no deductible for the Original Factory portion of the Power train Warranty (10 years/100,000 miles) however when you enter into the second half of the 20 years/200,000 Mile Power train Warranty you will be responsible to pay a $100 out of pocket deductible.

Q: Does my 20 years/200,000 Mile Limited Power train Warranty contract provide towing and rental car coverage?

A: No. However towing and car rental may be covered with your 5 year 100,000 mile Roadside Assistance Plan which you also received with the purchase of your new Kia vehicle. These expenses may also be covered if you purchased an extended service contract from Kia of Mankato’s Finance Department. Your Kia of Mankato Service Advisors can provide you with details.

Q: Is the 20 Years/200,000 Miles Limited Power train Warranty transferrable?

A: No. The 20 Years/200,000 Miles Limited Power train Warranty expires upon transfer to any subsequent owners. It is only good for “Original Owners” (as defined below)

Additional Information:

Power Train Coverage: For “Original Owners” (as defined below), the 20 Years/200,000 Miles Limited Power train Warranty begins upon expiration of the 10 years/100,000 Mile Limited Power train factory warranty, and will continue to cover the following components up to 240 months or 200,000 miles from the Date of First Service, whichever comes first. It does not cover normal wear and tear, maintenance, or those items excluded elsewhere.

The items covered by the Limited Power train Warranty include:

**In the Engine: Cylinder block, cylinder heads and all internally lubricated parts including pistons, piston rings, pins and cylinder sleeves; crankshaft, pulley, main bearings, caps and bolts; connecting rods, rod bearings, caps and bolts; camshaft(s), camshaft bearings, buttons and plugs; timing gears and timing chain or belt; rocker arms, rocker arm pivots, shafts and bushings; intake and exhaust valves, springs, guides, adjusters, retainers and seats; pushrods and lifters; intake manifold; exhaust manifolds; balance shaft; water pump; fuel pump; thermostat; oil pump, cover, gears, pressure relief valve and screen; rotor housing, rotors, shims and silent shaft; all internal fasteners, nuts and bolts; turbocharger/supercharger assembly including boost valve and waste gate; oil pan; valve, timing and side covers; thermostat housing; water pump pulley; engine mounts; harmonic balancer; flex plate/flywheel and ring gear; seals and gaskets.

**In the Transmission: Transmission/Transaxle case and all internally lubricated parts including ring and pinion gears; oil pump, cover, gears, housing and vanes; torque converter; valve body(s); throttle valve; valve pack; governor, gear switches; solenoids; bands; automatic transmission/transaxle clutch, drums, pistons and steel plates; planetary and sun gears; servos and rings; blockers; synchronizer hubs and keys; bearings; bushings; supports and shafts; control rings; yoke; extension housing; speedometer drive gears; accumulators and rings; adjusters; all internal fasteners, nuts and bolts; shift cover and forks; separate bell housing; oil pan; detent cable; kick down link; TVI/throttle cable; vacuum modulator; transmission mounts; transfer case and all internal parts contained within the transfer case; seals and gaskets. (STANDARD TRANSMISSION CLUTCH ASSEMBLIES AND ALL COMPONENT PARTS ARE NOT COVERED.)

**In the Drive Axle: Differential/axle housing(s) and all internally lubricated parts including the axle flange; ring and pinion gear/carrier assembly; spider gears and bearings; pins; retainers; positraction clutches, plates and springs; cover; constant velocity joints; slip joint; front wheel drive axles/half shafts and wheel bearings; u-joints; couplings; flex disc; prop shafts; center support bearings; seals and gaskets.

**Fluid Coverage: WE will pay for replacement of necessary fluids, oils, greases, and lubricants that must be replaced in conjunction with a covered repair. This coverage does not apply to shop supplies.

Original Owner: An Original Owner is defined as the first retail purchase or lessee of the Kia Vehicle who takes delivery of the Kia Vehicle on its Date of First Service.

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Comments

[Dave S]

I think in order to keep that 20yr/200k warranty valid, you have to keep up with their "recommended service intervals". Some of which could run upwards to $300-$400.

For example, failure to do the recommended transmission service @ XX,XXX miles and the warranty is void.

[Jeremy airjer W]

I think in order to keep that 20yr/200k warranty valid, you have to keep up with their "recommended service intervals". Some of which could run upwards to $300-$400.

For example, failure to do the recommended transmission service @ XX,XXX miles and the warranty is void.

Yup!

[Down2Earth]

Yes but if i read right i could take the car to a airjer, etc and have them do it just add long add i keep receipts same with if i did the oil changes myself?

[Scott K]

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any warranty work will need to be completed at a Certified Kia Dealership.

I agree they will get their money back. But for those that do all of the maintenance at the dealer anyhow, this is a great deal for them.

[JONOV]

Read the fine print...If its kept in your name it shouldn't be a problem but generally, fleet or work vehicles aren't covered under warranty. I think you should be ok buying retail but do a little more due diligence. Most warranties contain a "misuse" provision, and dealers/manufacturers have been known to go to racing events, etc and record license plates. Obviously you aren't racing but check up on what would void the warranty.

[TR21HP]

As far as different brands in your price range Toyota, Ford, Chev or Mazda offers models in that price range as well.

[delcecchi]

I agree they will get their money back. But for those that do all of the maintenance at the dealer anyhow, this is a great deal for them.

Maintenance not same as warranty work.... right?

[Scott K]

Maintenance=

Oil changes, tire rotates, cooling flush, transmission service, fuel filters, tires, brakes, shocks, batteries, etc..

In some cases, you will actually be surprised to find the dealer to be cheaper then repair shops, but I would say over all, the dealer will be a little higher.

But they also will have a lot better training, the correct tools to do the jobs, more over head, techs are usually paid more. I am not knocking any aftermarket repair shops at all, and I will admit, I know of a few dealers, I wouldnt bring anything to, and know of a few repair shops, I would trust doing everything on my car. But in general, they will have better trained techs, that have the correct tools, and factory parts in stock.

[Down2Earth]

Yeah I'm not set on any one brand, but 20 years or 200K will be hard to pass up especially since I drive them until they don't move any more. The car would be registered to me as I have to use my own personal car for work. Would I be correct in guessing though that all car manufactures probably have pretty close to the exact same maintenance schedules and things that have to be done or the warranty is void?

[Shack]

Another option to toss in the mix, 3/36 full and 5/60,000 power-train, is the Nissan Versa. You can get into one brand new for well under $15,000.00 and you can even find one or two brand new 2012's if you do your homeowner.

[Down2Earth]

I just stopped yesterday at the Kia dealership to take a look. I asked the dealer about the 20/200,000 power train warranty and told him what I had read about the maintenance schedule. He told me he wasn't sure where I read that but it was way off. He said the only thing you have to do to not void the warranty was change the oil every 5,000 and if done there it was $12. I specifically asked him so your saying if at 199,000 miles the transmission goes out and I have never once had the transmission oil or filter changed it would be completely covered and he said yes (of course I would get that in writing as it's still tough to believe).

[Scott K]

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I asked the dealer

This is a very broad description of who you talked to, was it the janitor? Oil change guy? The owner? A salesman, which are well known to tell you what you want to hear.

I would ask the salesman that is selling the warranty, ask for a pamphlet that has all the requirements on it, read through it. I wouldnt even take his word for it. Can you tell, i dont trust salesmen?

[Dave S]

I would ask the salesman that is selling the warranty, ask for a pamphlet that has all the requirements on it, read through it. I wouldnt even take his word for it. Can you tell, i dont trust salesmen?

+1

I've been to a Kia dealership twice and at no time did I get the impression they valued my business. I also inquired about the long warranty since that was their main advertising point at the time. When I got 2 different answers in 10 minutes, I walked.

I've driven both a Soul and a Forte. Both were nice driving vehicles. One other thing to consider is build quality. Look at the pillar between the front and rear doors and then compare the size of that to another brand foreign or domestic. Also with the door open look at the size of the framing on the top of the door. This was another turn off for me. Other brands seem to be built a little more robust giving more protection in the event of a crash or roll-over.

[Down2Earth]

Yep, I would end up reading the warranty papers. Because if it isn't in writing it didn't happen. I'm still going to the Hyundia dealership and then Ford and Chevy.

[huntnfish]

you can even find one or two brand new 2012's if you do your homeowner.

What if we own our own home?

I was talking to a guy at work the other day and he was told by his brother in law, that had just bought a brand new Hyundai, that the dealership he purchased from sold him a lifetime warranty. I think he said it was bought through Morries in Minneapolis. Not sure if its true or not but maybe worth checking out if you plan to keep the vehicle forever.

[Dave S]

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you can even find one or two brand new 2012's if you do your homeowner. work

What if we own our own home?

I was talking to a guy at work the other day and he was told by his brother in law, that had just bought a brand new Hyundai, that the dealership he purchased from sold him a lifetime warranty. I think he said it was bought through Morries in Minneapolis. Not sure if its true or not but maybe worth checking out if you plan to keep the vehicle forever.

Looks like Shacks post was a victim of spell check.

My sister and her husband bought a new Hyundai Santa Fe and had to replace the engine after 5000 miles due to a manufacturing defect in the block.

[Down2Earth]

Was it hassle free to get it replaced? To the person in regards to the lifetime warranty morries did tell me that on the phone also and the same with the kias.

[Dave S]

It was hassle free as far as cost since Hyundai paid for everything under warranty but they had to wait a few weeks for the new engine to arrive and to get it installed.