There's a general idea floating around the American automotive world that European vehicles will take a big bite out of your bank balance whenever they need some maintenance. That's why so many drivers end up asking this question, "Are Volkswagen vehicles expensive to maintain?"

Well, we're happy to put any fears at rest. Monthly VW maintenance costs are actually perfectly affordable for most drivers - the idea that all European vehicles become money pits is simply based on the fact that many more temperamental luxury brands hail from across the Atlantic.

To see what we mean, simply read on.

VW Service Costs vs. Rival Manufacturers

If you need to know about the average VW maintenance cost, simply turn to YourMechanic. They recently looked at maintenance costs across a wide range of brands and ultimately determined that VW maintenance costs and VW repair costs rest well below average.

After 30 brands were evaluated, YourMechanic found that 21 of them had higher service costs over a 10 year period than Volkswagen. That means Volkswagen cars and SUVs are actually less expensive to maintain than many other brands.

How is the Average VW Maintenance Cost So Low?

Whether you're a single Long Island driver looking for a VW Golf or a family driver from Nassau County interested in the spacious VW Atlas, you might be wondering how VW repair costs come in at such an affordable bracket.

One of the main reasons is the outstanding warranty coverage you'll get with Volkswagen vehicles. New models currently offer:

• 4-Year/50,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty
• 2-Year/20,000-Mile Carefree Maintenance

Because so many components are covered over an extended period, drivers don't need to worry about out-of-pocket expenses.

Of course, drivers from Bayside and beyond can also take advantage of competitive monthly service specials available from Platinum Volkswagen to keep their maintenance costs down even more.