So, you get into your car for a drive. Bam! You’re met with a foul stench. What could it be? Have you spilt some coffee in your car? Or was it last night’s soup? Your nose can instinctively identify the smell.

However, you may come across some unusual smells in your car. If there is nothing spilt inside, such smells indicate a potential problem with your vehicle. These smells need to be taken care of as a priority to avoid any expensive repair and unfortunate consequences.

We have compiled a comprehensive guide of unusual car smells. Let’s go through to comprehend these smells. It can certainly help you make proactive decisions to avoid undesirable car repairs down the line.


Does it smell like burning oil?

An oil leakage on the hot surface is the leading cause behind such a smell. The engine oil may have leakage due to many reasons. The cap might not be tightened enough, or the filters are displaced.

It could be a damaged gasket or seal. However, oil leakage may produ