Is a Toyota Certified Warranty Worth It?

When purchasing a certified pre-owned Toyota from DCH Wappingers Falls Toyota, you want to buy a great, reliable vehicle to go in your garage. You may want a fuel-efficient sedan that’s great for daily commutes, weekly errands, and weekend getaways. Or maybe a family-friendly SUV that takes care of shopping, cargo hauling, and cross-country family vacations. For ruggedness at the jobsite, a Toyota pickup can be a fantastic choice when you need powerful towing or cargo-hauling capabilities.

Find out more about whether an extended warranty is worth it on a Toyota.

Start With a 12-month/12,000-Mile Limited Comprehensive Warranty

A certified pre-owned Toyota starts with a factory-trained tune-up that brings a later-model vehicle up to near-factory specs. Then, we cover it with a 12-month, 12,000-mile limited comprehensive warranty. That warranty covers any repair or replacement of components that fall under routine use due to a defect in materials or craftsmanship. There’s also a $0 Deductible on any repair or replacement of a covered component.

You also get one year of roadside assistance and free towing to the nearest Toyota dealership. You’ll also get a trip interruption reimbursement if you break down more than 150 miles from home. On top of that, you also get a rental replacement if your car is in the shop during the first year of your certified pre-owned purchase.

There are exceptions to this warranty:

• Batteries
• Body panels
• Brake pads and shoes
• Bumpers
• Carpet
• Chrome
• Upholstery
• Glass
• Hoses
• Bulbs
• Paint
• Tires
• Wiper blades

These parts expect to wear or break down over time, so they are not covered.

What Does the Toyota 100,000-Mile Warranty Cover?

The 7-year, 100,000-mile warranty for Toyota models covers the engine, transmission components, and all internally lubricated parts. You’ll also get a rental vehicle while your vehicle is in for repairs. You’ll also get the same breakdown assistance in the 12-month, 12,000-mile warranty in case something happens in or around Wappinger or Poughkeepsie.

Is an Extended Warranty Worth It on a Toyota?

Common repairs that may need to happen during car ownership can total hundreds or even thousands of dollars, so you should consider an extended warranty for a certified pre-owned vehicle.

Look at the following repair costs for Toyota vehicles:

• Toyota Camry oxygen sensor replacement: $322 to $441
• Toyota Camry throttle position sensor replacement: $193 to $225
• Toyota Tacoma suspension ball joint replacement: $228 to $444
• Toyota Tundra exhaust manifold assessment: $917 to $1,113

Toyota extended warranties have three levels, all of which you must pay for. Look at the prices here for pre-owned vehicles:

• Platinum: 5 years/60,000 miles
• Gold: 5 years/60,000 miles
• Powertrain: 2 years/24,000 miles

Depending on the warranty you choose, it can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $2,000. Depending on the repairs, it can save you money after two or three repairs.

Is It Worth Getting a Car Warranty From a Dealership?

Yes! Especially considering what repairs you may face in the future. Plus, it keeps your vehicle in top shape so it lasts longer, making it a long time before you need to buy another car by extending the life of your current vehicle. You need to determine whether a Toyota Certified Warranty is worth it or not. It comes down to your budget, lifestyle, and how much you plan on driving near Fishkill or East Fishkill.

Contact us or call 845-202-3897 whenever you want to take a test drive. While you’re waiting for your test drive, apply for financing to start the car-buying process.