What is the Difference Between Used and Certified Pre-Owned?

If you’ve been shopping for used cars, you probably keep hearing the terms “used” and “certified pre-owned” used by Wheeling dealerships. How does a car get certified? What is the difference between used and certified pre-owned (CPO)? Don’t worry. We’re here to help. Check out our CPO vs. used comparison below.

What is the Difference Between Used and Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles?

So, what is the difference between used and certified pre-owned vehicles, exactly? Both kinds of vehicles are pre-owned. But pre-owned cars that have been certified by Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram have gone through a stringent certification process to ensure reliability and a high-level of quality. CPO cars are also late-model and under warranty.

CPO vs. Used – The Chrysler Certification Process

Chrysler has strict standards for certifying pre-owned cars. Here’s how a used car gets certified:

• The vehicle must pass a strict 125-point inspection.
• The car must have less than 75,000 miles on the odometer.
• The car must be less than five model years old.
• Before the car is authorized for sale, it will be reconditioned with genuine Mopar parts.

CPO vs Used – Price and Value

Price is one difference between used and certified pre-owned. Expect to pay more for a certified pre-owned car than you would for another used car. However, many Washington, PA drivers have found the cost to be worth it when you factor in likely repairs of a car that isn’t certified, in addition to CPO benefits like warranties and roadside assistance. Here’s a list of those benefits:

Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Certified Pre-Owned Benefits

• Factory-backed 7-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty
• 3-Month/3,000-Mile Maximum Care Coverage
• 24-Hour Towing and Roadside Assistance
• Car Rental Allowance
• CARFAX® Vehicle History Report
• 3-month subscription to SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
• Certified Warranty Upgrades

Check Out the Certified Pre-Owned Cars at Elm Grove Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

You can find quality, certified pre-owned cars right here at Elm Grove Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. And we make it easy for you to get behind the wheel of your next vehicle. You can even apply for financing online. Our dealership is just a short drive away from Steubenville, OH and Martins Ferry, OH, but you can also browse our entire inventory from the comfort of your own home! So, contact us today!