By Cars.com Editors Vehicle Overview The compact five-seat Mazda3 is available as a sedan or four-door hatchback. With either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission, it is powered by either of a pair of four-cylinder engines with Mazda’s high-efficiency technology, known as SkyActiv. It competes with the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla and Volkswagen Golf and Jetta, among others. New for 2016 A backup camera is now standard. What you should get in your warranty can be confusing.

Make sure you are informed. Warranties Explained Bumper-to-Bumper Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties. Powertrain Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints.

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Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. Parkland Mall Eb Games Ottawa. Boris Fx 10 Crack Mac Password. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations. Roadside Assistance Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies.

These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs). Free Scheduled Maintenance Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not.

They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car. Get Email Alerts.