You’ve probably heard the terms “certified pre-owned” and “used” when buying cars, but how do the two compare? While both refer to previously-owned vehicles, there are some key differences. Check out how used and certified pre-owned vehicles differ to decide which is right for you.
Age and Mileage Restrictions
First, you’ll notice a big difference between the age and mileage when comparing Certified Pre-Owned Hondas with used vehicles. Honda has two certified pre-owned programs. Only 2021-2022 Hondas with fewer than 12,000 miles earn Certified+ status, while 2017-2022 vehicles with less than 80,000 miles can become Certified. As you can see, these cars are as close to new as you can get without buying a newly-released vehicle.
On the other hand, used vehicles don’t have mileage limits, so you might end up with a car that’s driven 100,000 miles or more. Also, used cars are often quite a bit older than certified pre-owned vehicles. For instance, many used cars were from 2012-2016.
Used & Certified Pre-Owned Inspections
Honda doesn’t accept vehicles into its Certified Pre-Owned Program because they meet the age and mileage requirements. They also must pass a 182 multipoint inspection. Honda and other dealerships inspect used cars, but those vehicles don’t have to meet the same rigorous standards. If a car is certified pre-owned , you know it’s in great shape and can last long.
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Warranty Coverage
One reason people love buying new cars is because of the warranty. There’s peace of mind that comes with knowing you won’t be on the hook for an expensive repair shortly after buying a vehicle. Fortunately, Honda Certified Pre-Owned vehicles also come with warranties.
First, Honda Certified+ and Honda Certified cars have seven years/100,000 miles of powertrain coverage. Also, they include non-powertrain coverage as long as you buy the car while the New Vehicle Limited Warranty is in effect. Then the warranty extends to five years/86,000 miles for Certified+ and four years/48,000 miles for Certified.
Honda backs these warranties, so you won’t have to worry about going back and forth with third-party vendors. The same isn’t always true if you go with a used car. Yes, some manufacturers offer warranties with used cars. Most of the time, you must buy the warranty from a third-party vendor.
These are just some of the benefits of buying a Certified Pre-Owned Honda. For instance, you’ll receive roadside assistance and up to two free oil changes in the first year. Learn more about all the benefits and check out the inventory by visiting Hendrick Honda Bradenton in Bradenton, Florida.
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