What Does Certified Pre-Owned Mean?

What is the CPO meaning? CPO stands for certified pre-owned — but just what does certified pre-owned mean when you get down to the details? This category of vehicles combines the lower price point of a Pre-Owned model with the high-quality condition of a newer model. Learn more about CPO models and more with our team at Town North Mazda today.

Mazda CPO Vehicles

A certified pre-owned vehicle is a Pre-Owned model that has gone through rigorous testing and meets certain requirements that distinguish it in quality from typical Pre-Owned models. In order to be considered for a CPO title, the vehicle must qualify for the certified pre-owned program. So, what does certified pre-owned mean and what are the criteria? Here are the requirements:

• Model Year: Each car must be a newer model year. For Mazda, the requirement is 6 years old or newer.
• Miles: Each car must have fewer miles on the odometer. For Mazda, the requirement is 80,000 miles or fewer.
• Vehicle History Report: Each car must have a thorough and satisfactory vehicle history report, proving that the recommended maintenance schedule in the owner’s manual was followed.
• Inspection: A Mazda-certified dealership must perform a multi-point inspection for quality. For Town North Mazda, it is a 150-point inspection to check components like the engine, battery, and more. This inspection also includes a road test.

Benefits of Certified Pre-Owned Cars

If you are hesitant to spend the money for a brand-new car and nervous about trying a Pre-Owned model, then a CPO vehicle is the perfect choice:

• You can buy with confidence, knowing that your vehicle has been inspected from top to bottom by a certified expert. 
• Every CPO car comes with a comprehensive warranty package to protect your investment.
• A certified pre-owned warranty from Mazda comes with roadside assistance and other benefits.

Used vs. Certified Pre-Owned vs. New Vehicles

• Used Vehicles: Tend to have lower prices and a larger variety of vehicles in terms of makes, models, features, mileage, and age.
• Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles: A great middle ground, with amenities for a lower price than a new vehicle, but with more quality assurance and vehicle history knowledge than with a normal Pre-Owned vehicle.
• New Vehicles: Offer the latest technologies and the peace of mind that comes with a brand-new model.

Explore Our CPO Inventory at Town North Mazda

Learn more about our CPO inventory and more when you browse our online selection as well as our other car buying tips. Have questions in the meantime? Contact our team at Town North Mazda near Plano.