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Does Mercury have roadside assistance?

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Delaney Simchuk, Car Insurance Writer

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Yes, Mercury offers roadside assistance starting at about $10 per year for newer vehicles or $20-$40 for older vehicles. Mercury roadside assistance provides coverage for things like jump-starting, fuel delivery, tire changes, and lockout assistance, up to 5 rescues per year. To get immediate roadside assistance help, Mercury members can request service online or by calling (866) 519-6478.

What Mercury Roadside Assistance Covers

Tow service
Jump starts
Fuel delivery
Lockout service
Tire change

Mercury Roadside Assistance vs. Popular Competitors

Company	Mercury	AAA Basic	State Farm
Average Annual Cost	About $10 per year for newer vehicles or $20-$40 for older vehicles	$29+	$24+
Towing Limit	Up to $75, $500, or $1,000, depending on the coverage selected	Up to 5 miles	To the nearest repair facility within 11 miles
Tire Change, Jumpstart, Fuel Delivery	Not Included	Included	Included

Mercury roadside assistance generally costs less than memberships with auto clubs like AAA, you will have to carry comprehensive and collision coverage to get roadside assistance, which adds to your overall price. The exact cost of roadside assistance from Mercury will depend on where you live, what type of car you drive, and other factors. Since it’s relatively affordable Mercury roadside assistance is worth it for drivers who are looking for basic coverage at a low price.

It’s also important to note that coverage is subject to any other details stated in your policy. That could mean service charges for certain roadside events, like being towed over a certain number of miles or to specific garages.

To purchase roadside assistance from Mercury, call (866) 519-6478 to speak with a customer service representative.

To learn more, check out WalletHub’s full review of Mercury, as well as our picks for the best roadside assistance companies.

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How much does Mercury roadside assistance cost?

Mercury roadside assistance costs about $10 per year for newer vehicles or $20-$40 for older vehicles, though exact prices may vary depending on the state and the covered vehicles. Mercury roadside assistance is an optional endorsement that customers can add to their car insurance policy and use when they need emergency towing, fuel delivery, and more.

Mercury Roadside Assistance Includes:

Towing (up to 15, 100, or 200 miles, depending on the amount...

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Is Mercury roadside assistance as good as AAA?

Mercury roadside assistance is not as good as AAA because it offers less coverage. Even for customers who already have a Mercury car insurance policy, roadside assistance from Mercury is a poor alternative to AAA’s plus and premier plans.

Mercury roadside assistance has three plans and costs $10 to $40 per year. AAA, on the other hand, has three levels of memberships with prices ranging from $38 to $171 per year, depending on the...

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