---
id: faq-0089
title: "What does 'certified pre-owned' mean?"
category: faq
subtopic: certified-pre-owned
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.castlekiamchenry.com"
tags: ["CPO", "used", "warranty", "quality"]
questions:
  - "What is a certified pre-owned vehicle?"
  - "How is a CPO car different from used?"
  - "What certification does it include?"
related: [cpo-warranty, vehicle-history, inspection-process]
dealer: Castle Kia McHenry
---

Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles are used cars that have passed a rigorous multi-point inspection and meet strict manufacturer standards. They come with an extended warranty and comprehensive vehicle history report-giving you confidence and peace of mind.

CPO cars offer the value of used pricing with the reliability assurance of certified quality. It's a smart middle ground between new and used.

Castle Kia McHenry's CPO inventory includes Kias and other quality pre-owned vehicles, each certified to our high standards. Browse our current CPO listings at castlekiamchenry.com, or call (815) 453-8566 to learn more about a specific vehicle.