Car maintenance and repair costs in Romania have dramatically increased over the past decade, more than doubling between 2016 and projected 2026 figures according to Eurostat data. A comparative analysis of three popular models – Dacia Logan, Toyota Corolla, and BMW Series 5 – reveals the extent of these rising expenses. The price of a standard car service has more than doubled in the last 10 years, impacting vehicle owners across different budget ranges. This increase affects even typically affordable vehicles like the Dacia Logan. The analysis focuses on the cost of the same servicing operations across the three models to illustrate the trend. These rising costs raise concerns about vehicle affordability and the financial burden on Romanian drivers.