What Is the Difference Between Used & Precision Certified Pre-Owned?

Shopping for a used car is a great way to get a high-quality vehicle at a lower cost than a new vehicle. While shopping around San Diego for a used vehicle, you’ve undoubtedly heard the term “Precision certified pre-owned” and maybe even wondered what it means. A Precision certified pre-owned (Precision CPO) vehicle is a pre-owned vehicle that must meet a specific set of requirements and is more thoroughly inspected than a standard used vehicle. Learn the main differences of Precision CPO vs. used with Kearny Mesa Acura, and see what it means for your shopping experience.

Precision CPO vs. Used: Buying a Used Car

What is the difference between used cars and Precision certified pre-owned cars? The main difference is that there is no mileage restriction for used cars, so they’ll usually have more miles on them compared to Precision CPO vehicles. Used cars also don’t undergo the same inspection process as Precision CPO models, but National City drivers should keep the following in mind when shopping for a used vehicle:

• Kearny Mesa Acura still inspects all of our used vehicles for quality and assurance before being put out on the lot.
• Be cautious with private sellers as they don’t have the reputation or knowledge that a dealership like Kearny Mesa Acura has.
• Discuss any vehicle issue that you notice with us or whoever the seller may be.
• Most used vehicles can exceed far beyond 100,000 miles and even go beyond 200,000 miles with proper care and maintenance.

Precision CPO vs. Used:

As mentioned, Precision Precision certified pre-owned vehicles undergo a more rigorous inspection process than standard used vehicles. The different requirements for a Precision CPO vehicle will vary depending on the manufacturer, but here are the Precision CPO requirements for Acura vehicles:

• The model must be less than six years old.
• The model must have less than 80,000 miles on the odometer.
• The model must pass a 182-point inspection.
• Precision Certified pre-owned Acura models are usually offered with extended warranties and/or limited powertrain warranties.

Because they have lower mileage than most used cars, Precision CPO models usually cost more. These are all things to consider when shopping for a pre-owned vehicle near Carlsbad, but you can reach out to the finance team at Kearny Mesa Acura for more questions.

Find a Used Vehicle at Kearny Mesa Acura

Now that you know what the difference between used and Precision certified pre-owned is, visit us in San Diego to explore our pre-owned inventory and find the perfect fit for you. Contact us to set up a time to see what we have available.