A certified pre-owned Chrysler vehicle may have had a prior owner but has since undergone a thorough inspection and safety review by a trained, authorized technician at a dealership.

Dealerships do not offer lease programs for certified pre-owned Chrysler vehicles, but you can arrange financing to assist with the cost of purchasing one.

A Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle can be considered a used Chrysler vehicle, and may come with a residual portion of the original warranty from the manufacturer. However, when you opt for a CPO vehicle, such as a used Chrysler Pacifica, you are given assurances that it has been specifically selected to participate in the program and has been carefully inspected and certified to meet our high standards.

Certified pre-owned vehicles are an affordable alternative to new vehicles, as they are only sold if they are in good condition. They tend to be lightly used, with low mileage and very little wear.

Choosing a certified pre-owned vehicle versus a used vehicle is a personal decision. Cars and minivans that don’t pass the inspection process aren’t eligible to be offered as certified pre-owned vehicles, so CPO vehicles offer convenience and additional peace of mind. Even after purchase, purchasers of CPO vehicles benefit from factory-backed limited warranty coverage and more.

The difference between a Chrysler certified pre-owned warranty and a third-party warranty is that a certified pre-owned warranty is backed by our factory, meaning that Chrysler puts its name and facilities behind your vehicle. A third-party warranty means the vehicle will need to be inspected, which a certified pre-owned vehicle already has been by the manufacturer. A third-party warranty also might not be as comprehensive as a certified warranty because it is not backed by the in-depth knowledge of the vehicle’s maker.

Certified pre-owned Chrysler vehicles are accompanied by a 7-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty and the 3-Month/3,000-Mile Maximum Care Coverage Warranty that deliver peace of mind for the long haul. Plus, you can choose from available Lifetime Certified Warranty Upgrades.

Yes, when a certified pre-owned Chrysler vehicle is sold to a new owner, the certified pre-owned coverage is transferred along with the vehicle. In most states, a $50 transfer fee is charged when transferring a warranty at the time of a vehicle’s sale.

It’s hard to determine a specific value added by certification, though there is a lot to be said for the peace of mind that comes with knowing your vehicle has been thoroughly inspected and certified. In addition, certified pre-owned vehicles come with an OEM warranty, backed by the team that knows your vehicle best.

Make note of the parts of the vehicle that are covered by your warranty. Examine the vehicle history report to ensure you are comfortable with any reported incidents the vehicle may have encountered. Check your financing options and make sure you understand the terms of the agreement you are signing.

Yes, Chrysler certified pre-owned vehicles qualify for trade-in offers. If your vehicle has solid equity—in that it is not damaged to the point where its trade-in value holds no value—then you can deduct the trade-in value of your vehicle from the cost of a new vehicle.

You can negotiate with your dealer when buying a certified pre-owned car or minivan, and you can also speak with the dealership about trade-in and financing options to make your purchase more affordable.