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

The Definition of Certified Pre-Owned

If you’re shopping for pre-owned vehicles around Aurora, you’ll want to compare CPO vs. used vehicles. While both categories fall under the loose banner of “pre-owned,” pre-owned vehicles and certified pre-owned vehicles offer different value propositions. So, what is a pre-owned vehicle, exactly? What is the definition of certified pre-owned? Read on to learn about the differences between certified pre-owned and used vehicles. Then, fill out a pre-approval and contact us to test drive both options in Newmarket!

Used Car Considerations

What is a pre-owned vehicle? A pre-owned vehicle is simply any vehicle that has been previously owned. Technically, all certified pre-owned vehicles are used cars, but not all used cars are certified pre-owned vehicles. Comparing CPO vs. used in this context, a used car is any typical pre-owned vehicle that isn’t certified pre-owned. When you buy a used vehicle, keep the following in mind:

• Standard pre-owned vehicles aren’t required by the OEM to be inspected. However, when you shop at Mercedes-Benz Newmarket, you can rest assured you’re getting a reliable vehicle that’s been closely looked at. Our mechanics always deep-clean, carefully inspect, and selectively vet each used model that makes its way to our lot near Toronto.
• If you buy a used car from a private seller, make sure to have a third party come and inspect it. Also, ensure that it’s cost-effective to hire a third party to perform an inspection.
• If a pre-owned vehicle does have issues, factor the cost of maintenance and future repairs into your budget before buying it.
• While a pre-owned vehicle with more than 150,000 km may seem like a risk, these days, many used vehicles can last upwards of 300,000 km if properly maintained.

Certified Pre-owned Vehicle Considerations

That leaves us with the question, What is the definition of certified pre-owned? CPO Mercedes-Benz models are recent-year, low-kilometrage models that have undergone a 166-point inspection. If a model fails any of the criteria, it’s refurbished with genuine OEM parts as needed until it passes. Once it passes, it’s certified by Mercedes-Benz as being in “like-new” condition. But like-new quality isn’t all our certified pre-owned vehicles have to offer. They also come equipped with a host of additional perks, including:

• 2-year/120,000-km Warranty Coverage (Activates after whatever remainder of the original 4-year/80,000-km warranty expires)
• 24/7 Roadside Assistance
• 5-day/500-km Vehicle Exchange Privilege
• Nationwide Dealer Support
• Only features genuine OEM parts

Compare CPO vs. Used With Test Drives at Mercedes-Benz Newmarket

Now that you know what a pre-owned vehicle is and the definition of certified pre-owned, call us at 905.853.6868 to book a test drive near Markham. We’ll look at your budget, walk you through both inventories and help you find the best option for your needs! If you have more questions about car shopping, be sure to explore our car-buying tips for more helpful reads. Also, take a moment to explore our online shopping and home delivery options and our Online Shopper tool! We look forward to helping you save big on your next vehicle!