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

Comparing Toyota CPO vs. used cars? You’re not alone. More and more drivers are realizing that certified pre-owned vehicles offer benefits that are difficult to pass up. However, since CPO vehicles also cost more than standard used vehicles, Evergreen Park-drivers are right to want a closer look at their options before moving forward. So, what is the difference between used and certified pre-owned cars? Our introductory guide covers everything you need to know to start shopping.

Used vs. CPO: The Basics

All used cars, including CPO vehicles, have been driven by at least one previous owner. Beyond this point, it’s easy to see where used and CPO vehicles differ:

• Oak Lawn Toyota inspects all used vehicles before we put them up for sale, but CPO vehicles are required to undergo a more extensive manufacturer-designed inspection. Any problems encountered during the inspection are fixed before the CPO vehicle heads to the lot.
• A used car with high mileage isn’t necessarily a bad investment, but many Orland Park and Countryside drivers want a vehicle that they can own for years to come. If that sounds like you, you’re better off with a low-mileage CPO vehicle. (Models with high mileage cannot be certified.)
• CPO vehicles are protected by warranty coverage, generally for at least a year after the date of purchase. A dealership may choose to offer a warranty with other kinds of used vehicles, but only new and CPO models are backed by the manufacturer.

If savings are more important to you than other benefits, then be sure to check out our selection of used cars priced under $15K.

Used vs. CPO: How is a Toyota Model Certified?

What’s the difference between used and certified pre-owned where Toyota is concerned? It all starts with the certification process. A used Toyota vehicle must meet all of the following qualifications if it’s going to be sold as a CPO model:

• Less than 6 years old
• Fewer than 85,000 miles on the odometer
• Must pass 160-point manufacturer-designed inspection
• Must include CARFAX® vehicle history report

Used vs. CPO: Benefits of the Toyota CPO Program

Low mileage and a quality guarantee are both enticing benefits on their own, but we’ve barely scratched the surface of why discerning drivers love CPO vehicles. That’s because Toyota CPO vehicles also include:

• Up to seven years or 100,000 miles of 24/7 Roadside Assistance, starting from the vehicle’s original in-service date
• Up to 12 months or 12,000 miles of limited comprehensive warranty coverage, starting from the date of your purchase
• Up to seven years or 100,000 miles of limited powertrain warranty coverage, starting from the vehicle’s original in-service date

Shop for Pre-Owned Vehicles at Oak Lawn Toyota

If superior protection sounds good to you, then you owe it to yourself to consider a Toyota Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. You’ll find plenty of CPO models for sale right here at Oak Lawn Toyota, and we can’t wait to help you get behind the wheel.