While a lot of vehicles come with factory mats already installed, these mats probably won't meet your expectations.
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This is because most OEM floor mats aren't designed well ' they are often an afterthought by the vehicle manufacturer.
They are also usually rather expensive, especially when considering the quality you get.
But aftermarket mats are very affordable and they tend to do the job much better.
In most cases, these mats come with high edges, enabling them to work like trays and contain all the dirt.
If you're already thinking about replacing your factory floor mats, chances are you'll be better off with a solid set of aftermarket liners.
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Factory floor mats are also known as OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) mats. These normally come with the vehicle or are sold to you by the dealership, often at a very high markup.
The kind of factory floor mats you get depends on what the dealership or the salesman is offering. Most often, factory mats are rather generic, not a true custom fit, are of poorer quality, and cost more than aftermarket mats.
Aftermarket car mats are designed and made by companies that specialize in floor liners. They live and breath floor liners, and incorporate customer feedback. To them, floor liners are not just an overpriced upsell.
Most aftermarket car mats have more coverage than factory mats, and simply look better than factory floor mats.
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Point of ComparisonAftermarketOEMQualityAlmost always better than factoryDepends on manufacturerCoverageMost have 100% coverageVery few have 100% coveragePriceAffordableUsually more expensiveColor Many color options Few color optionsWhile OEM floor mats are designed and manufactured by the same manufacturers as the vehicle, they normally come in a universal or semi-universal fit. One thing about universally fitting mats is that they are designed to fit multiple vehicles at once, which will prevent them from having a perfect fit to your specific vehicle.
But aftermarket mats are custom-molded and configured to fit the vehicle's footwell perfectly. Take, for instance, WeatherTech DigitalFit. The floor mat is laser measured and made to follow the contours of the vehicle's floor and have a seamless look.
You can see in the photo above, the floor liner hugs every part of the floor pan, from the bumps to the hump in the middle. Custom fit floor liners will fit your vehicle like a glove, they are specifically designed for your vehicle, not anyone else's.
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The quality of OEM floor mats really depends on what the dealer sells you. When you buy a vehicle, most dealers try to sell you extra accessories like floor mats, window tint, pinstriping, etc.
They know you are already spending a lot of money on your vehicle, and are probably willing to spend a few more dollars for extra accessories.
The problem is, usually these floor mats are way overpriced and are a lesser quality than you can get from an aftermarket mat.
Floor mats are meant to give the dealership extra money, not to give you the best protection.
Aftermarket mats are designed by companies that specialize in floor mats. The quality is usually significantly better than factory mats, and come with longer warranties.
For weather mats, this can mean that the rubber or plastic will last longer against work boots, harsh winters, etc.
For carpet mats, this usually means that the carpet won't 'pile' and will hold up better against frequent use.
Factory mats usually don't perform as well as aftermarket mats. This is because in most cases they are not engineered with the features like channeling, or raised edges, to contain dirt and provide maximum protection to your carpet.
Aftermarket liners are specifically engineered the aim of protecting your carpets. They have more advanced surface channels and higher edges that ensure all the messes remain on the floor mat until you intentionally pour them out.
Most OEM mats have shallow channels and flat edges. Good examples of high-performance aftermarket liners are Husky Liners and WeatherTech Mats.
'These floor mats are a perfect match and look excellent in my Tesla Model 3. Having raised edges makes sure any spills or other stuff doesn't go under the mats and protects the car floor too.'
-Shail G., review of 3D MAXpider Kagu Floor Mats
OEM weather floor mats are usually more expensive than aftermarket floor mats. This isn't easy to notice since the price of the mats are usually rolled into the price of the vehicle.
Aftermarket floor mats come at a much lower price compared to the OE and they offer more protection.
A good set of front custom floor mats can be found for as low as $84.90, and slightly more for floor liners.
OEM mats are only found in manufacturer's dealership stores. In order to get them, you have to visit the actual dealership, which can be an inconvenience.
Especially because the finance manager will probably stop to say 'hi' and try to pressure you into a new car!
This is not the case with aftermarket mats. You can purchase these online, in the convenience of your own home, and have them delivered to your doorstep.
You can find aftermarket mats for both older and newer models unlike OEM which are usually only available for current or new models.
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Again, aftermarket floor liners beat OEM at this. Most OEM car liners do not have full coverage. Their short edges don't cover the sides of the footwell, leaving them exposed to mud, dust, snow, and liquids. The flat edges also allow the elements to get underneath and this will cause quick wearing out of your carpet. The few that have full coverage usually come at very high prices.
But aftermarket car liners are designed significantly for maximum protection hence their high edges. These cover all the corners and sides of the footwell. Some even go a little bit below the seats and below the pedal. This allows them to offer the most protection against the elements.
OEM liners are available in limited varieties. This is why: take the case of Toyota. The only manufacturer of OEM Toyota liners is Toyota itself.
But, for the aftermarket mats, there are several companies. Just to mention but a few, there are WeatherTech Floor Liners, Husky Liners, MAXpider, Lloyd and so many more. These companies manufacture the floor liners in different designs, finishes, and materials. As a result, you get many options to choose from.
Just like there are a variety of designs to choose from in aftermarket mats, so are there many colors. Most brands are available in black, gray and tan. Some of our mats, such as Lloyd Northridge come in more than 8 colors.
This allows you to pick the right color option to match other parts of your vehicle's interior. For example, if you have a black sports car with red interior stitching, you can design a set of black carpet mats with red stitching to match your vehicle. To design your unique combination, check out the Lloyd Ultimat floor mats.
Most OEM car liners are only made in two color options, that is black and grey. Very few go beyond that and this limits your options.
'Awesome looking and custom fit mats. Embroidery color matches my seat belts and really accents the charcoal interior. Thanks!'
-Terry S., review of Lloyd Ultimat Carpet Floor Mats
Both OEM and aftermarket car mats have retention systems but aftermarket manufacturers often go the extra mile to make the back of the mats non-skid, keeping them more in place.
This can include 'nibs' that further anchor the mats in, or a velcro-like bottom.
In a nutshell, aftermarket mats offer more benefits and they are your best chance at keeping your carpet clean and in perfect condition.
Where do I buy dealer mats?
To buy dealer mats, you will need to go into your local car dealership or call them. For most people, walking into a car dealership is stressful and annoying, because the sales people will constantly try to upsell you.
Which are better, factory or aftermarket car mats?
Aftermarket floor mats are better than factory mats in nearly all circumstances. Aftermarket mats normally have better coverage, come at a cheaper price, fit better, and just look better than factory mats.
Why are factory mats usually so bad?
Factory mats are usually bad because they are an afterthought, and just another upsell the dealership tries to sell you on. Their goal is to first sell you a car, then sell you on overpriced accessories and add-ons to get more money out of you. This is why it's better to purchase aftermarket floor mats, as they are usually much higher quality and better priced.
When you buy a car, there are a lot of things that you need to take into consideration. You might look at the size of the engine, the speed from 0-60mph or the size of the boot, and yet many car negotiations seem to come down to the inclusion of some car mats.
The mats your car comes with are likely to be basic, and the upgrades from a dealership can often seem expensive. There is now also the option to add aftermarket car mats to your car, which can make it even harder to know which one is the right option.
A car mat is there to protect the interior of your car, and yet there can be a lot of variations between them. In this article, we take a closer look at the difference between OEM and custom car mats, as well as explaining what they are to help you decide which ones are right the right choice for you and your vehicle.
An OEM car mat might sound technical, but in reality, it just means Original Equipment Manufacturer. That means that they come from the maker of your car and can sometimes be called 'genuine' or 'factory' car mats instead. These tend to be popular as they feel as though they belong in the car ' after all, they were made for it. The biggest advantage of buying OEM car mats is that you can be confident they will fit your car perfectly and they have been tested to meet all of the relevant safety standards.
The downside of these OEM car mats is that they can be a little boring and the quality can sometimes leave a bit to be desired. The options for colours and materials are limited to say the very least, and the quality of these mats can also leave a little to be desired.
A custom car mat is something you can buy from elsewhere after you have bought the vehicle. They are not made by your vehicle manufacturer, but they must still meet certain safety and performance standards. The biggest difference with these mats is that you have much more control over what they look like, and there is far greater choice available for you.
Many people stick with the mats from the original manufacturer because they know that they will fit perfectly. You want your mat to sit in the right place without riding up or slipping about, so it is important that it is exactly the right size. Most custom car mat manufacturers now have the measurements needed to create mats that will fit your car and are often more willing to produce mats for older models of car that the manufacturer may no longer want to supply for.
If you buy an OEM car mat, then the biggest decision you will need to make is between black or grey. As you might expect from a custom car mat, you can choose from almost any colour under the sun, along with a range of trims to match. That means it can match your paint colour, your shoes or even Aunt Mabel's handbag. The choice is yours.
You OEM car mats will probably match the quality of the carpets in your car. This can make it a good match, but it doesn't always give you a lot in the way of choice. A custom car mat can give you a number of different carpet grades to choose from, so it can be hard wearing or feel like something that came out of your living room. Depending on how you use your vehicle, you may want to opt for rubber mats instead as these are much more durable and can be more easily cleaned.
As you might expect, your OEM car mat will look exactly the way your manufacturer decides. In some cases, your mats might include the manufacturers logo, but this is as exciting as you can expect them to get. If fitting your car with something unique is what is important for you, then a custom car mat should tick all of your boxes.
Most aftermarket car mat suppliers can give you options such as custom embroidery that allows you to add your name, or even photograph printing that will let you include a cool design or a picture of the family dog. There is a huge amount of flexibility available with custom car mats so you can let your imagination run riot.
Whilst you might expect your custom car mats to be an expensive option, that is not always the case. Vehicle manufacturers often charge a premium simply because the car mats have come directly from them, whilst custom car mats are more competitively priced. It stands to reason that the more options you choose, the more expensive your custom mats will become, but even the most highly personalised options do not differ in price too greatly from the manufacturer ones.
When you choose an OEM car mat, what you get will largely depend on the manufacturer themselves. It goes without saying that the car mats from Ferrari are likely to be very different to those from Kia, and so you won't necessarily know what to expect until you see them.
With custom car mats, you can see exactly what you are buying and choose every aspect that relates to them. If you don't like what you see, then there are plenty of other retailers out there who are more than happy to give you what you are looking for.
Your car mats are there to serve a practical purpose, but that doesn't mean that you can have ones that look and feel great. Custom car mats might not be the originals that were intended for your vehicle, but they can offer so much more and go a long way to making the interior of your car much more unique without breaking the bank.
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