What Is Good Kilometrage for a Used Car?

If you’re in the market for a gently used car around Edmonton but are worried about potential repair costs, you might be wondering, “What is good kilometrage for a used car?”. Southview Acura can help. Take a moment to learn about how to determine low and high kilometrage for a used car. Then, give us a call at (888) 466-6730 to book some test drives.

What Is Considered High Kilometrage for a Used Car?

Due to increasing vehicle repair costs over the lifespan of a car, many people around Grand Prairie who are purchasing older cars prefer one with less than 160,000 kilometres. Since the average Fort McMurray driver puts about 16,000-19,000 kilometres per year on their vehicle, there are some things to consider:

• How many kilometres vs. age of the car: A vehicle that is only a year old with about 64,000 kilometres on it may be in worse condition than a 5-year-old vehicle with 96,000 kilometres on it because it has been driven hard in a shorter time span.
• Year it was manufactured: Auto manufacturing has improved significantly in the past decade, which means there are more recent used models on the market that should last well over 160,000 kilometres, maybe even more than 321,000 kilometres!
• Regularly Scheduled Maintenance: A vehicle with only 38,000 kilometres on it that didn’t have any routinemaintenance may have more severe issues than a vehicle with 48,000 kilometres on it that did receive regular service maintenance. When purchasing a used car, be sure to ask for proof of routine service.

More Things to Consider When Shopping For a Used Car

• Model Generation: Sometimes a model with a great reputation is redesigned for a new generation, and it doesn’t always go well. Inversely, a car that perhaps didn’t perform as expected in the past may have improved greatly with a redesign.
• Vehicle History Report: Always ask for a vehicle history report from the previous owner. Review it for repair reports, any collisions, police records, and licensing records. This will likely tell you a lot about its overall condition.
• Location: Check the Vehicle History Report to see where it was registered. If it was driven in dryer climates, it was probably exposed to less humidity or harsh Canadian winters.
• Foreign Luxury Car Brands: Because of the cost of shipping high-end replacement OEM parts to overseas destinations, luxury vehicles can be expensive to repair. But, these brands usually offer excellent warranties, especially with their certified pre-owned vehicles.

Shop at Southview Acura for Your Next Used Car

Now that you understand what is good kilometrage for a used car, head to Southview Acura near Sherwood Park to find low kilometrage used cars for sale! Check out our used vehicle specials, apply for financing before your visit, and then, contact us and let us know how we can help!