Coles roadside assistance review

Coles roadside assistance has similar benefits to other policies in the market and is competitively priced.

Our verdict

Pros

  • Coles will supply enough fuel to get you to the next service station
  • Cover applies regardless of who's driving your car – as long as they have your permission
  • Unlimited callouts and No joining fee

Cons

  • Only available if you have a Coles car insurance policy
  • Towing costs are capped at 20km in the city, 50km in other areas which could fall short in some areas
  • There are cheaper roadside assistance options on the market

Coles roadside assistance has similar benefits to other policies in the market, but has a particularly generous emergency fuel policy, offering as much as you need to reach the next petrol station, for free. However, be aware that Coles only offers roadside assistance to drivers who have a Coles car insurance policy.

CompanyCost per yearJoining feeCallout limitsNeed to hold a policy with them?Lockout/lost keyBreakdown towing
Coles insurance$89.95No joining feeUnlimitedYes$12520km in the city, 50km in other areas
$76.46*No joining feeUnlimitedNo$125Up to 20km in metro areas, up to 50km in non-metro areas
NRMA logo$134No joining feeUnlimitedNoYesUp to 25 km in metro areas and back to attending Country Service Centre in country areas
GIO logo$95*No joining feeUnlimitedYes$25020kms up to 100kms from the breakdown location
APIA logo$84*No joining feeUnlimitedYes$25020kms up to 100kms from the breakdown location

These prices are accurate as of April 2025
*Budget Direct pricing includes a 15% discount for new customers
*GIO prices vary by location but do not exceed $95
*Apia prices vary by location but do not exceed $84

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