Cupra is the dramatic, sporty brand in the Volkswagen Group stable.
Despite that, it's also one of the more sensible options because it's included a five-year factory warranty with its cars since 3 April 2024.
This guide talks you through the Cupra five-year warranty, including what is and isn't covered, and what the exclusions are. We'll also have a look at the separate warranty that covers high-voltage batteries in Cupra EVs and plug-in hybrids.
How long is Cupra's manufacturer warranty?
You've probably worked out by now that Cupra's factory warranty lasts for five years. That's counted as five calendar years from the point when the car was first registered. You can use the DVLA's vehicle information checker to find out when your car was registered.
The five-year warranty also includes a 90,000-mile distance limit, although there is no mileage limit for the first two years. If you bought a Cupra registered before 3 April 2024, your car's original three-year factory warranty remains unchanged with a 60,000-mile limit.
What does Cupra's 5-year warranty cover?
Cupra's warranty is fairly typical of industry standards. Coverage applies to any part that isn't considered a wear-and-tear item which fails due to a manufacturing defect or problem. That means any failures caused by accidental or environmental damage, or issues arising from user negligence won't be covered.
Key examples of components that would be covered under Cupra's warranty are the car's engine, coolant system, wiring harness, and active safety systems. The warranty will cover the cost of the replacement part as well as any labour needed to carry out the repair. Note that labour time spent removing accessories to carry out a warranty repair – for example, removing a tow bar – may be charged separately.
What does Cupra's 5-year warranty not cover?
Cupra's warranty only covers parts that the carmaker can reasonably be considered responsible for. In other words, if a component breaks due to a design or manufacturing problem, the warranty will cover it.
That means any failures caused by external damage – regardless of whether it was your fault or not – will not be covered under your warranty. You'll also find the warranty won't cover you if the vehicle is fitted with non-standard modifications by you or a previous owner.
Some parts are considered wear-and-tear items. These are consumables that are used up in the car's normal operation and aren't covered by the warranty once they need replacing. Cupra's warranty terms and conditions has a non-exhaustive list of wear-and-tear parts including:
- Brakes – linings, disc pads, discs and drums
- Clutch – release bearings, pressure plates and retainer plates (DSG clutches are covered under the full vehicle warranty)
- Tyres
- Wiper blades
- Seat and backrest covers
- Floor coverings (carpets and mats)
- Spark plugs
- Batteries for key fobs and alarms
- Light bulbs (xenon and LEDs are covered under the full vehicle warranty)
- Shock absorbers
- Adjustments to bodywork, brakes, clutch, headlights, steering geometry or wheel balancing
Is Cupra's 5-year warranty transferable?
Cupra's five-year factory warranty – and its older three-year warranty – automatically transfer between owners as long as there are no breaches to the terms and conditions.
Many of the used Cupra cars for sale at Motorpoint have a good amount of their factory warranty remaining. Each vehicle listing shows you how much warranty cover that particular car has left.
How long is Cupra's EV battery warranty?
Cupra makes a handful of fully electric and plug-in hybrid cars. These both use high-voltage battery packs to drive the wheels, and these are covered under a separate warranty. The brand warranties both EV and PHEV battery packs against manufacturing defects for eight years or 100,000 miles.
This guarantee against defects is separate from Cupra's cover against battery degradation – a subtle but important difference. For EVs, there is no meaningful change – you get the same eight-year, 100,000-mile period guaranteeing the battery will keep at least 70% of its useable capacity.
However, this isn't the case for Cupra's PHEV models. Their batteries are only covered for at least 70% of their capacity for five years or 100,000 miles. In addition, the battery degradation warranty for plug-in hybrids only applies to the car's first owner and cannot be transferred between owners.
What is Cupra's anti-perforation (rust) warranty?
Cupra's anti-perforation or rust warranty is longer than the vehicle's regular warranty – as is the case for most manufacturers. Cover against perforation from rust lasts for 12 years from the car's registration date.
Any rust that's caused due to damage or neglect won't be covered – this includes rust from unrepaired accident damage or from allowing the car to fall into disrepair.
Can you extend Cupra's 5-year warranty?
Cupra doesn't offer an extended warranty directly from the factory. You do have the option to purchase additional coverage from Cupra dealerships.
You can also add an extended warranty if you choose to buy a used Cupra from Motorpoint, with anywhere from 12 to 48 months of cover. Prices for extended coverage will vary depending on the model, age, mileage and how much cover you're looking for.
Does Cupra's 5-year warranty apply to all Cupras?
The Cupra five-year factory warranty applies to all Cupra models registered from 3 April 2024 onwards. Models registered before this date are covered for three years. That includes popular models like the Cupra Formentor, family-focused cars like the Cupra Ateca, and battery-powered models like the Cupra Born.
