Certified Pre-Owned vs. Used | Redlands Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

A quality used vehicle offers you the opportunity to experience years of driving enjoyment with a vehicle you love. A certified pre-owned (CPO) designation offers additional value in the form of a thorough, certifying inspection of all systems, operations, and materials by professionally trained technicians. Learn about more benefits of buying a CPO vehicle on our CPO Program page.

At Redlands Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Redlands, CA, we carefully select and inspect our CPO vehicles, adhering to manufacturer standards. Search our CPO inventory to find the truck, SUV, or sedan you love and give us a call at (909) 346-3952 or contact us online if you’d like to schedule a test drive.

What Does Certified Pre-Owned Mean?

A pre-owned Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram vehicle can qualify for CPO designation if it first meets specific criteria as defined by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA US LLC). The vehicle must:

• Have under 75,000 miles 
• Be five model years old or newer
• Come with a clear title
• Have no frame damage

The qualifying vehicle is designated certified after it has passed a rigorous 125-point inspection of systems, fluids, engine components and performance, and interior and exterior details. At Redlands CDJR, these inspections are conducted by our experienced, factory-trained technicians. 

CPO vs. Used: Which Option Is Right for Me?

If you are looking for a gently used vehicle that offers added peace of mind in the form of a professional certification ― plus manufacturer-backed, CPO warranty protection ― then a certified pre-owned truck, SUV, or car might be ideal for you. This added value comes with a higher cost, so if you are value shopping for reliable transportation that checks all the boxes and meets all your needs, you may want to consider a quality used vehicle. 

Like all used vehicles, the features, accessories, and materials you desire in your CPO vehicle may not always come with the car, truck, or SUV you find. You may need to compromise or extend your search period until you find exactly what you are looking for. If you’re searching for a make and model that is popular, success may be more challenging than you anticipate.

FCA CPO Programs

Beyond the added value a qualified and certified pre-owned vehicle provides, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles offers other benefits to make a CPO Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram vehicle a desirable choice. They include:

• Factory-backed warranty protection plus plan upgrade options
• CARFAX® Vehicle History Reports for detailed, third-party assessment of the vehicle
• Manufacturer-backed roadside assistance
• Manufacturer-backed rental car allowance
• Manufacturer-backed three-month trial subscription with the purchase of SiriusXM® Satellite Radio

To learn more about these benefits, visit our CPO Program page.