Which Cars are eligible to receive free maintenance in 2021 for

A discount could be available on vehicle maintenance costs AAA did a study that found that the average cost for maintenance and repairs per mile in 2019 was 8.9% more than it was in 2018. Owners of trucks and SUVs - which are increasing in popularity - incurred the highest maintenance costs.

These maintenance programs come with many options. Some programs cover only one visit while others include multiple oil changes and tire rotations over many years. You need to read all details about the vehicle in order to be sure what you are getting and if it is even free. Some manufacturers offer only free service to customers who live in certain markets or regions. Here is a list of a few automakers that offer free services. Some dealers might also offer local deals. Mercedes-Benz and other manufacturers offer pre-paid plans that will cover scheduled maintenance for a number of years, at a price you can add on to your vehicle's purchase.

These brands offer free scheduled maintenance for their 2021 vehicles (exclusions are Exotic and High-End brands).

Alfa Romeo

Alfa Romeo will pay for one scheduled maintenance visit on any Giulia sedan, Stelvio SUV. This is only for the first year. This offer does not apply to the 4C Spider sports car.

Mini

BMW Group's Mini brand and BMW brand provide three years or 36,000-mile maintenance for 2021 vehicles. This applies only to the original purchaser.

Cadillacs, Chevrolets, Buicks, and GMC

All 2021 GM vehicles manufactured by U.S. brands come with a scheduled maintenance visit free of charge for the first year.

Ford & Lincoln

Ford Motor loyalty programs offer other than traditional rewards plans that can be linked to their apps. Similar to retail loyalty programs these plans offer a free maintenance plan. You can earn points for vehicle purchases and another dealership spending. All buyers of certified pre-owned or new vehicles are eligible for the initial reward points. The initial reward points can be used to purchase maintenance at no additional cost. Fords come with different initial points, depending on whether they are powered by a diesel or gas engine. Lincoln comes in different trim levels. The 42,000 points that come with a new Ford gasoline-powered vehicle would cover the first three scheduled maintenance visits. This is similar to the 40,000-mile service period for a 2021 Explorer. Lincoln's premium-trim Black Label model year 2021 vehicles come with an exclusive package that includes four scheduled service visits for free within the first four years or 50,000 miles.

Hyundai, and Genesis

Original owner Hyundai and Genesis luxury brands offer 36,000 miles or three years of free maintenance on all 2021 models (except for the Hyundai Nexo fuel-cell car). In February, Hyundai badged vehicles were extended with a free maintenance program.

Jaguar

Jaguar is the best option for maintenance-free. Jaguars are covered for scheduled maintenance for five years or 60,000 miles.

Jeep

All 2021 Jeep models receive three scheduled maintenance visits provided that they are not used for more than three years. The Jeep Wave loyalty program provides a trip interruption benefit as well as three scheduled maintenance visits for all trims. Prior free services were limited to certain trim levels.

Kia

Kia provides three years of scheduled maintenance for its Cadenza sedans, and K900 sedans. This is equivalent to 37.500 miles

Lexus

All-new Lexus cars come with two free scheduled maintenance visits for up to one year or 10,000 miles.

Porsche

Volkswagen Group's performance brand provides a free initial scheduled maintenance visit. This service would be required within one year, or 10,000 miles.

Ram

Most Ram pickup trucks from the year 2021 come with three scheduled maintenance visits for free if they are not used within two years. You also get a trip interruption benefit. This offer is available only to Ram buyers in Texas, which has a very competitive truck market.

Subaru

Subaru offers scheduled maintenance at no charge for vehicles manufactured in 2021 up to 24,000 mi. This is not available in all markets. These are mostly in Sun Belt states where there is less competition. Subaru is not able to offer maintenance-free service in other areas.

Toyota

Toyota vehicles come with two years of free maintenance and 25,000 miles.

Volkswagen

All 2021 Volkswagen vehicles come with 2 years of free maintenance and 20,000 miles regularly scheduled service.

Volvo

Volvo offers free maintenance for three years or 30,000 miles. This is equivalent to three visits.

Learn more at Courtesy Automotive Service Center.