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The trend of buying used cars has dynamically flourished in recent years creating a new segment of “Used Cars’ in the market. The presence of these cars allows car enthusiasts or first-time buyers to get familiar with the car's mechanism before buying their dream car. Inspired by the success enjoyed by this segment, many car makers have developed a separate department to sell their used cars.

 

 

To enhance the experience of buying a used car, these carmakers are further extending the facilities to benefit their potential buyers. Following the same trend, the Korean carmaker  Kia India has announced significant upgrades to its Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) program, introducing two major warranty enhancements aimed at improving customer trust, transparency, and ownership satisfaction in the pre-owned car segment.

 

As a part of the revised program, the certification age limit for pre-owned Kia models has been extended from five to seven years. This will make more Kia vehicles qualify for the company’s CPO standards. The certified Kia cars will now come with an extended warranty of up to 24 months or 40,000 km, whichever occurs first.

 

Moving ahead, with an aim to offer greater flexibility to buyers, Kia India has also introduced warranty coverage for non-Kia vehicles sold through its CPO showrooms. These models will now receive up to 12 months or 15,000 km warranty. This will help the owners of other car brands not only sell their vehicles from Kia’s CPO showroom, but also benefit from Kia’s assurance and quality standards. Every vehicle sold under the CPO program undergoes a comprehensive 175-point inspection, covering mechanical, electrical, exterior, and interior checks. Vehicles meeting the standards of Kia’s CPO program are given the certification. This ensures consistency and long-term reliability for buyers.

 

With 114 CPO outlets now operating across the country, Kia India continues to expand one of the fastest-growing pre-owned networks in the market. According to the company sources, these enhancements reflect its commitment to elevating the pre-owned vehicle ecosystem with stronger warranty coverage, improved transparency, and superior after-sales support. Kia India believes the upgraded CPO program will not only strengthen consumer confidence but also help set new benchmarks in the organised pre-owned car market.