Infiniti Extended Warranty

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An extended car warranty is protection from the vehicle manufacturer against mechanical breakdowns. This term is sometimes incorrectly used to describe coverage from third-party providers, which offer similar protection plans called vehicle service contracts. CARCHEX is a vehicle service contract provider.

An Infiniti extended warranty can continue covering the cost of repairs after your factory warranty has expired. But so can a vehicle protection plan from CARCHEX. Compared to Infiniti, we offer more choice and more freedom in how you use your coverage. In this article, we explore your best options for extended coverage.

The manufacturer offers extended vehicle service contracts through its Infiniti Elite Protection Program^®. Its extended warranties are called Infiniti Elite Extended Protection and feature:

• Up to 8 years/120,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage
• Coverage of more than 1,655 parts in the following systems: engine, lubrication and cooling, fuel system, transmission, audio/video/navigation, brakes, belts and hoses, electrical, suspension, and steering
• Roadside assistance, towing, trip interruption, reunite service, and car rental benefits
• Two deductible options

In addition to the extended warranty plan, there are three other programs that offer lower levels of protection:

• Prepaid Maintenance Agreements

• • Four level options: Premium, Standard, Basic+Plus, Basic
  • Engine oil/filter replacements
  • Tire rotations
  • Tire road hazard protection

• Ultimate Platinum Protection

• • Tire and wheel road hazard protection with curb and cosmetic protection
  • Key replacements
  • Paintless dent repairs
  • Windshield repairs
  • Roadside assistance

• Platinum Protection

• • Tire and wheel road hazard protection
  • Paintless dent repairs
  • Windshield repairs
  • Roadside assistance

Because of the likelihood of issues arising and the cost of repairing those issues, we recommend purchasing an extended vehicle protection plan for your Infiniti once your factory warranty is about to expire.

In order to determine if Infiniti extended protection plan costs are worth it, we looked at the reliability and repair costs of Infiniti cars to see how often Infinitis need repairs and how much car owners have to pay for those repairs. It is also important to consider the types of coverage available to Infiniti owners, including dealership extended warranties and protection plans through third-party companies like CARCHEX.

Infiniti Repair Costs

Infiniti cars experience a wide range of issues, and because Infiniti is a luxury brand, repair costs are higher than average. The table below gives you an idea of the common issues and the cost to repair them without having extended coverage. The costs below are pulled from RepairPal data.

RepairPal gave Infiniti a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5.0, ranking it 16th out of 32 car brands. This plays into repair costs because one of the factors used to score Infiniti was how many times per year an Infiniti car owner had to visit a repair shop. Infiniti’s score for this is 0.7 times per year compared to the average of 0.4 across all brands, making it more likely that repairs will arise.

Like most vehicles, Infiniti cars are covered by a manufacturer’s warranty for a limited time. When that coverage expires, you’re on the hook for expensive trips to the repair shop.

CARCHEX offers several flexible and customizable coverage plans, so you can keep that money in your pocket. These include:

• Titanium Coverage: This is the highest level of protection for your Infiniti, offering exclusionary coverage for most of its systems and components outside of a few specifically-named items.
• Platinum Coverage: This is the highest level of stated-component coverage available from CARCHEX, meaning that the contracts specify what is covered rather than what is excluded.
• Powertrain Plus Coverage: Includes coverage for your vehicle’s air conditioning and electrical systems in addition to everything covered under the standard Powertrain plan.
• Powertrain Coverage: Basic coverage for only the most essential systems in your Infiniti such as the transmission and drivetrain.
• Extra Care: Add-on coverage for your braking, electrical system, suspension, and steering, which aren’t covered under the Powertrain plan.

CARCHEX offers flexible coverage for your Infiniti at an affordable price. An extended vehicle protection plan with CARCHEX offers benefits that include:

• Affordable payment plans that comfortably fit into any budget, including $0 deductibles
• Consultative customer service to help you create a plan that fits your specific needs
• Your choice of repair facility, so you can use the mechanic you trust most
• Claims paid to the repair facility, so you don’t have to wait for reimbursement
• A 30-Day, Money–Back Guarantee, to ensure you’re completely pleased with your protection plan 
• Accreditation with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) with an A+ rating
• Transferable vehicle service contracts, in case you decide to sell
• Over 20 years of industry experience
• Endorsements and partnerships with CARFAX, RepairPal, SiriusXM, Vehicle Protection Association, and other industry leaders
• Coverage for almost all types of vehicles, including new Infinitis and certified pre-owned Infinitis
• Roadside assistance and other emergency benefits

Our motto at CARCHEX is “Customer Experience Above All.” We provide flexible, affordable protection plans and work with you to find the plan that’s best tailored to your needs, budget, and driving habits.

Sources:

RepairPal:
https://repairpal.com/problems/infiniti

RepairPal:
https://repairpal.com/reliability/infiniti

Better Business Bureau:
https://www.bbb.org/us/md/hunt-valley/profile/extended-warranty-contract-service-companies/carchex-0011-23015869/

Infiniti:
https://owners.infinitiusa.com/iowners/navigation/extendedProtection