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BMW Extended Warranty — All Models Compared 2026

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Models covered

$1,174

Avg repair cost/yr

From $64/mo

Lowest coverage tier

Any shop

Including dealerships

BMW's factory warranty is 4 years/50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper with free maintenance included. After expiry, BMW's own extended warranty is available but expensive. BMW has among the highest out-of-warranty repair costs of any mainstream brand.

All BMW Models — Extended Warranty Coverage

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3 Series

Luxury Compact Sedan

2012–present

Avg repair/yr$1,097

Coverage from$66/mo

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5 Series

Luxury Midsize Sedan

2011–present

Avg repair/yr$1,173

Coverage from$72/mo

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X5

Luxury Midsize SUV

2014–present

Avg repair/yr$1,166

Coverage from$75/mo

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X3

Luxury Compact SUV

2011–present

Avg repair/yr$1,034

Coverage from$64/mo

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7 Series

Luxury Full-Size Sedan

2016–present

Avg repair/yr$1,422

Coverage from$88/mo

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M3 / M4

Performance Sports Sedan / Coupe

2015–present

Avg repair/yr$1,380

Coverage from$90/mo

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iX

Luxury Electric SUV

2022–present

Avg repair/yr$890

Coverage from$70/mo

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4 Series

Luxury Coupe / Convertible

2014–present

Avg repair/yr$1,112

Coverage from$70/mo

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X7

Luxury Full-Size SUV

2019–present

Avg repair/yr$1,289

Coverage from$84/mo

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BMW Model Comparison — Repair Costs & Coverage

Model	Years	Avg Repair/yr	Top Risk	From
3 Series	2012–present	$1,097	N20/N26 Timing Chain Guide Failure	$66/mo
5 Series	2011–present	$1,173	N63 Twin-Turbo Engine Oil Burning	$72/mo
X5	2014–present	$1,166	N63 Engine Oil Consumption	$75/mo
X3	2011–present	$1,034	N20/N26 Timing Chain Guide Catastrophic Failure	$64/mo
7 Series	2016–present	$1,422	Air Suspension Compressor Failure	$88/mo
M3 / M4	2015–present	$1,380	S55 Engine Rod Bearing Wear	$90/mo
iX	2022–present	$890	HV Battery Thermal Management Issues	$70/mo
4 Series	2014–present	$1,112	N55 Turbocharger Failure	$70/mo
X7	2019–present	$1,289	Panoramic Sky Lounge Roof Cracking	$84/mo

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Common Questions About BMW Extended Warranties

What does BMW factory warranty cover?▼

4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper and 4 years / 50,000 miles powertrain. After these terms expire, third-party extended warranties are the primary protection against repair costs.

Is extended warranty worth it for a BMW?▼

BMW vehicles average $1,174/year in repair costs after factory warranty expiration. A single major drivetrain repair can cost $1944–$3888 — equivalent to 18–36 months of comprehensive coverage premiums.

Which BMW model is most expensive to repair?▼

BMW 7 Series has the highest average annual repair cost at $1,422/year.

Can I use any repair shop with a BMW extended warranty?▼

Chaiz covers any licensed repair facility — including BMW dealerships and independent specialists. Other providers may restrict you to specific networks. Shop flexibility matters for repairs that require brand-specific expertise.

Is BMW extended warranty available in California?▼

Yes — Chaiz, Endurance, autopom!, and CARCHEX all cover California BMW owners. CarShield is the only major provider not available in California.

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