---
id: faq-0116
title: "What's the difference between factory and certified pre-owned (CPO) warranty?"
category: faq
subtopic: warranty-and-protection
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.castlesubarumchenry.com"
tags: ["warranty", "cpo", "pre-owned", "coverage"]
questions:
  - "Do used Subarus come with warranty?"
  - "What warranty do CPO Subarus have?"
  - "Is a CPO car better protected than a regular used car?"
related: [cpo-coverage, warranty-basics]
dealer: Castle Subaru McHenry
---

Certified pre-owned Subarus come with a manufacturer's warranty that gives you protection beyond what a regular used car offers. A CPO vehicle has been inspected and certified to meet strict standards, so you're getting a vehicle that meets Subaru's quality benchmarks, backed by warranty coverage.

A regular used car may have little or no remaining factory warranty, while a CPO vehicle typically includes meaningful coverage. The exact terms depend on the vehicle's age and mileage, so each CPO car has its own warranty profile.

If you're shopping pre-owned and want the security of warranty coverage, ask our Used Sales team about CPO options. You can browse available inventory at https://www.castlesubarumchenry.com or call (779) 601-0797 to learn more.