{"id":363359,"date":"2024-05-02T11:21:52","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T15:21:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/\/?p=363359"},"modified":"2024-06-18T13:59:54","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T17:59:54","slug":"acura-maintenance-cost","status":"publish","type":"reviews","link":"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/maintenance\/acura-maintenance-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"Acura Maintenance Cost"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em><strong><em>Affiliate Disclosure:<\/em><\/strong><em> Automoblog and its partners may earn a commission if you purchase coverage from the extended warranty providers outlined here. These commissions come to us at no additional cost to you. Our research team has carefully vetted dozens of extended warranty providers. See our <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/about\/privacy-policy\/\"><em>Privacy Policy<\/em><\/a><em> to learn more.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Crash Course<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>On average, Acura owners pay $501 per year for maintenance and repairs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Acura maintenance costs are low for the industry and very low for luxury models.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extended car warranties or prepaid maintenance plans can help manage Acura maintenance costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n            <div class=\"ad-widget-block\">\n                                           \n<link rel=\"preload\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/3S-CTA-Widgets\/assets\/css\/widget-types\/bumper-sticker-provider-widget.min.css?v=1716814102\" as=\"style\" onload=\"this.rel='stylesheet'\">\n<noscript><link rel=\"stylesheet\" 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400;\">Towing allowance<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$250 credit with shopping or dining partners<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n        \n              <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n        \n\n\n<p>Acura vehicles are known for their dependability, which is reflected by their low repair and maintenance costs. RepairPal, a trusted repair cost-estimation site, ranks Acura in second place overall for its reliability, but how much does Acura maintenance cost per year?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll discuss annual maintenance costs for Acuras, vehicle reliability, and how to lower your overall auto expenses. One way to save money on your auto bill is by buying an extended warranty. We\u2019ve reviewed the <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/best-extended-car-warranty\/\">best extended car warranty<\/a> companies to help drivers find the right provider and will recommend a few options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Average Acura Maintenance Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to RepairPal, Acura drivers pay $501 on average for annual repairs and maintenance. Compared to other vehicles, this is a relatively low upkeep cost. The average for all brands is $652, and many luxury vehicles have even higher maintenance costs due to expensive specialty parts and high breakdown rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acura maintenance costs vary by vehicle, but all are fairly affordable. Here\u2019s an Acura maintenance cost comparison between a few different models:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\" style=\"width: 100%;margin-top: 0\"><!-- use inherent class wp-block-table to add overflow-x: auto; since wordpress removes this from inline styling -->\n<table style=\"font-size: 13px;line-height: 19px;color: #333;margin: 0 auto;border-top: 2px solid #e03a4d;border-bottom: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center;max-width: 770px;border-collapse: collapse;width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<th style=\"width: 50%;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;padding: 3px 5px;text-align: center;color: #5c7180;font-weight: bold\">Acura Model<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 50%;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;padding: 3px 5px;text-align: center;color: #5c7180;font-weight: bold\">Average Annual Acura Maintenance Cost*<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Acura ILX<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">$435<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Acura TLX<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">$440<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Acura RLX<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">$471<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Acura RDX<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">$497<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Acura MDX<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">$571<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>*<em>Data from RepairPal.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Determines Acura Maintenance Costs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While scheduled annual maintenance is predictable, long-term Acura maintenance costs depend on the driver. Your driving habits affect how often you need service, and neglecting maintenance can further increase your costs down the road. Car repairs are also difficult to predict, but you can expect to pay more for repairs as your vehicle ages.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to RepairPal, Acura drivers reported the following problems most often with older vehicles:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Air bag sensor malfunctions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rough automatic transmission shifting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shudder or vibration at medium speeds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Acuras come equipped with a Maintenance Minder<sup>TM<\/sup>, an on-board system that alerts drivers to various maintenance needs as they drive. Here\u2019s a breakdown of what the codes mean in the display, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curryacura.com\/service\/acura-maintenance-minder-faqs\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Curry Acura<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\" style=\"width: 100%;margin-top: 0\"><!-- use inherent class wp-block-table to add overflow-x: auto; since wordpress removes this from inline styling -->\n<table style=\"font-size: 13px;line-height: 19px;color: #333;margin: 0 auto;border-top: 2px solid #e03a4d;border-bottom: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center;max-width: 770px;border-collapse: collapse;width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<th style=\"width: 30%;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;padding: 3px 5px;text-align: center;color: #5c7180;font-weight: bold\">Acura Maintenance Code<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 70%;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;padding: 3px 5px;text-align: center;color: #5c7180;font-weight: bold\">What It Means<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">A<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Replace engine oil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">B<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Replace engine oil and oil filter, rotate tires, check parking brake adjustment, <br>and inspect various systems<br><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">1<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Rotate tires<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">2<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Replace air cleaner filter, replace cabin air filter, and check drive belt<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">3<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">4<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Replace spark plugs and timing belt, and inspect water pump and valve clearance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">5<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Replace engine coolant<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">6<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Replace rear differential fluid<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Maintenance Minder monitors individual driver behaviors, but you should also be aware of Acura\u2019s manufacturer-recommended upkeep. Below is a sample maintenance schedule for a 2018 Acura MDX, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.openbay.com\/maintenance\/2018-acura-mdx\" rel=\"noopener\">Openbay<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-table\" style=\"width: 100%;margin-top: 0\"><!-- use inherent class wp-block-table to add overflow-x: auto; since wordpress removes this from inline styling -->\n<table style=\"font-size: 13px;line-height: 19px;color: #333;margin: 0 auto;border-top: 2px solid #e03a4d;border-bottom: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center;max-width: 770px;border-collapse: collapse;width: 100%\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<th style=\"width: 30%;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;padding: 3px 5px;text-align: center;color: #5c7180;font-weight: bold\">Service Interval<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 70%;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;padding: 3px 5px;text-align: center;color: #5c7180;font-weight: bold\">Maintenance Item<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Every 7,500 miles<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Oil change and tire rotation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Every 30,000 miles<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Air filter replacement, cabin air filter replacement, and rear differential fluid change<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Every 45,000 miles<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Brake fluid replacement<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #fff\">\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Every 60,000 miles<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Transfer case fluid replacement, coolant replacement, <br>and automatic transmission fluid replacement<br><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background-color: #f5f4f2\"><!-- every other row gets this second color -->\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Every 105,000 miles<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 3px 5px;border-left: 1px solid #d6d6d6;border-right: 1px solid #d6d6d6;text-align: center\">Timing belt replacement and spark plug replacements<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find more information about your specific Acura model\u2019s maintenance schedule using your owner\u2019s manual or Acura\u2019s website.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can a Car Warranty Lower Your Acura Maintenance Cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several benefits to having an extended car warranty or <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/vehicle-service-contracts\/\">vehicle service contract<\/a> to cover repair costs. After your factory warranty expires, an extended warranty foots the bill for mechanical breakdowns resulting from defective materials or workmanship. Rather than pay full out-of-pocket repair costs, you\u2019re only responsible for a deductible and the cost of the contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many extended car warranty providers let you choose your deductible and payment plan (in full or in monthly installments). With this flexibility, an extended warranty can make it easier to plan your auto budget in the long term. It\u2019s also possible for the contract to cover more in repair costs than what you pay for the plan. Many drivers have found this to be the case.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Acura Extended Warranty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/acura-extended-warranty\/\">Acura extended warranty<\/a> can expand factory coverage up to nine years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. However, the manufacturer\u2019s coverage options are limited and depend on whether you have a new, used, or certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle. Acura also offers a prepaid maintenance plan that can help drivers stick to the service schedule. Both extended warranty and maintenance plans are only valid at dealerships.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extended Warranty From a Third-Party Provider<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another option for extended warranty coverage is a third-party provider. Third-party plans can match Acura\u2019s coverage, and they offer more flexibility at a cheaper price. Leading providers let you choose between licensed auto repair shops nationwide rather than limiting your choice to the dealership. These additional repair facility choices can keep your costs low if you have to pay for a non-covered part in conjunction with a covered repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/reputable-extended-car-warranty-companies\/\">Reputable extended car warranty companies<\/a> offer a wide range of customizable coverage options. Acura has one extended warranty option for used cars, but other companies have five or six coverage plans. And while Acura\u2019s plan can last up to 150,000 miles, third-party plans can last as long as 200,000 or 250,000 miles, depending on the provider you choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Recommendations for Extended Car Warranties<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re thinking about buying an extended warranty to lower your auto bill, it\u2019s a good idea to compare quotes from multiple providers. 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style=\"stroke-linejoin:round;stroke-dashoffset:3.003;stroke:currentColor;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-width:2;fill:currentColor\" inkscape:connector-curvature=\"0\"><\/path><path id=\"path4014\" d=\"m284.97 528.36 27-1\" style=\"stroke-linejoin:round;stroke-dashoffset:3.003;stroke:currentColor;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-width:2;fill:currentColor\" inkscape:connector-curvature=\"0\"><\/path><path id=\"path4020\" d=\"m278.97 555.36 17 14\" style=\"stroke-linejoin:round;stroke-dashoffset:3.003;stroke:currentColor;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-width:2;fill:currentColor\" inkscape:connector-curvature=\"0\"><\/path><path id=\"path4022\" d=\"m210.97 552.36-21 13\" style=\"stroke-linejoin:round;stroke-dashoffset:3.003;stroke:currentColor;stroke-linecap:round;stroke-width:2;fill:currentColor\" inkscape:connector-curvature=\"0\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/g><\/g><metadata><\/metadata><\/svg> <\/span>\n            \n            <span>We recommend Endurance as the best warranty provider<\/span>\n         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 <div\n                                  id=\"458696-2-tabpanel-0\"\n                  role=\"tabpanel\"\n                  aria-labelledby=\"458696-2-tab-0\"\n                                class=\"tabpanel tabpanel-custom_content active\">\n                <div class=\"tabpanel-content\">\n                  <span class=\"visually-hidden\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Quick Facts<\/span>\n\n                  <ul>\n<li><b>Best Overall<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Coverage Plans: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 options plus maintenance plan<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Odometer Limit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Up to 200,000 miles<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Free Cancellation: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30-day money-back guarantee<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Longest Term:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 8 years of coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Discounts: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$300 same-day signup discount, $250 shopping voucher, and others<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                          <div\n                                  id=\"458696-2-tabpanel-1\"\n                  role=\"tabpanel\"\n                  aria-labelledby=\"458696-2-tab-1\"\n                                class=\"tabpanel tabpanel-custom_content \">\n                <div class=\"tabpanel-content\">\n                  <span class=\"visually-hidden\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Warranty Coverage and Perks<\/span>\n\n                  <table style=\"border-collapse: collapse;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;\"><strong>Plan coverage includes<\/strong><\/th>\n<th style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white; font-size: 14px; text-align: left;\"><strong>Endurance Elite perks\u2122<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody style=\"font-size: 12px;\">\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factory-level bumper-to-bumper plan<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free membership for first year<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple powertrain\/mid-level choices<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$500 collision discount<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scheduled maintenance coverage<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tire repair or replacement<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24\/7 emergency roadside assistance<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total loss protection up to $1,000<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trip interruption reimbursement<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key fob replacement and repair<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rental vehicle coverage<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Endurance mobile app<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Towing allowance<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"padding: 5px; border: 1px solid white;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$250 credit with shopping or dining partners<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n        \n              <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n        \n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Endurance: Best Overall<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Considering the provider\u2019s strong reputation, positive customer service ratings, and variety of coverage plans, we named Endurance the Best Overall on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The company offers six plans that range from <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/powertrain-warranty\/\">powertrain warranty<\/a> coverage for crucial components to comprehensive <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/bumper-to-bumper-warranty\/\">bumper-to-bumper warranty<\/a> coverage. Endurance recently added a new plan that can cover scheduled maintenance items, as well, which may be able to help you keep down your Acura maintenance costs. Learn more in our <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/endurance-warranty-reviews\/\">Endurance warranty review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CARCHEX: Best Reputation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>CARCHEX is another top-rated provider. The company has been in business for more than 20 years, and it\u2019s endorsed by industry leaders like Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds.com, and CARFAX. We chose CARCHEX as the best option for older vehicles because it can cover vehicles up to 250,000 miles. The provider offers five plans that span a wide range of coverage. Find out more in our <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/carchex-reviews\/\">CARCHEX review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CarShield: Affordable Monthly Payments<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you probably want to lower Acura ownership costs, why not get a quote from the extended warranty provider with the lowest prices? After comparing multiple quotes, CarShield had the best rates overall. CarShield offers six plans, two of which are geared toward high-tech vehicles and non-standard vehicles like motorcycles. Plans can cover up to 300,000 miles, and they come with perks like rental reimbursement and roadside assistance. Learn more in our complete <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.automoblog.com\/reviews\/warranty\/carshield\/\">CarShield review<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our Methodology<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our expert review team takes satisfaction in providing accurate and unbiased information. We identified the following rating categories based on consumer survey data and conducted extensive research to formulate rankings of the best extended auto warranty providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Industry Standing:<\/strong> Our team considers Better Business Bureau (BBB) ratings, availability, and years in business when giving this score.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coverage:<\/strong> Because each consumer has unique needs, it\u2019s essential that a car warranty company offers an array of coverage options. We take into account the number of plans offered by each provider, term limits, exclusions, and additional benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Affordability:<\/strong> A variety of factors influence cost, so it can be difficult to compare quotes between providers. Our team performs ongoing secret shopper analyses for different vehicles, mileages, warranty plans, and locations to give this rating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customer Service:<\/strong> Reputable extended car warranty companies operate with a certain degree of care for consumers. We take into account customer reviews, BBB complaints, and the responsiveness of the customer service team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Data accurate at time of publication.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find out how much you should budget for Acura maintenance costs annually. 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