Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
courtesy car
noun
ˈkərtəsē kahr

Definition
A car provided by a dealership or service center to a customer for temporary use while their own vehicle is being serviced or repaired.

Examples
- After bringing my car in for repairs, the dealership provided me a courtesy car for the weekend.
- The rental company offers a courtesy car for customers whose vehicles are being serviced.
- She was grateful for the courtesy car that helped her get to work while her car was in the shop.

Meaning
A courtesy car allows customers to continue with their daily activities without disruption during the time their vehicle is unavailable.

Synonyms
- loaner car
- complimentary car
- replacement vehicle