Certified Pre-Owned Subaru Dealer in Ocala, FL

Jenkins Subaru showroom on SW College Road in Ocala, FL, with Subaru vehicles lined up out front
Jenkins Subaru of Ocala

Certified Pre-Owned Subaru Dealer in Ocala, FL

Not every used Subaru can be certified. The ones that earn it have passed a 152-point inspection, come with a CARFAX® report showing a clean title and carry factory-backed powertrain coverage to 7 years or 100,000 miles, with no deductible.1,2

  • 152Point safety inspection
  • 7 yr / 100KFactory-backed powertrain term from the original warranty start date1
  • ZeroDeductible on powertrain coverage2
  • 24/7Roadside assistance1
Subaru CPO, Explained

What Makes a Used Subaru Certified?

Subaru Certified Pre-Owned is a factory program, not a label a dealership can print on its own. To qualify, a used car has to clear Subaru's 152-point inspection, have anything that falls short repaired or replaced, and come with a CARFAX® report showing a clean title.

That process earns its keep in Ocala. A car here might spend its first few years on farm lanes, on sandy roads through the Ocala National Forest and in parking lots with the A/C working overtime. The odometer can't tell you how those miles went. A 152-point inspection and a CARFAX report get you a lot closer.

Subaru's track record helps, too. The company reports that 97% of the vehicles it sold in the last 10 years are still on the road today.3

The Checklist

Inside the 152-Point Subaru CPO Inspection

Subaru's checklist follows the car from the records to the final detail. Here is how it breaks down.3

  1. Step 1

    Records and History

    • Open recalls and campaigns completed
    • CARFAX report included, clean title confirmed
    • VIN plates matched at the dash and B-pillar
    • Keys, remotes and owner's kit accounted for
  2. Step 2

    Tires and Exterior

    • All four tires matched for size, tread and manufacturer
    • Body, door jambs and rocker panels checked for rust
    • Windshield and other glass free of chips and cracks
    • Every exterior light tested
  3. Step 3

    Cabin and Controls

    • Heat and A/C on all settings, plus a vent odor check
    • Cabin air filter, replaced if needed
    • Touchscreen, speakers and Bluetooth
    • Seats, seat belts, child locks and LATCH anchors
  4. Step 4

    Under the Hood

    • Coolant, hoses and clamps with the engine cold
    • Brake, transmission and power steering fluids
    • Air filter, plus belt tension and condition
    • A complete battery test
  5. Step 5

    Up on the Lift

    • Brake pads, rotors and calipers
    • Struts, axles, CV boots and steering linkage
    • Full exhaust system and differential fluid
    • A search for leaks or undercarriage damage
  6. Step 6

    Road Test and Final Prep

    • Engine, transmission, steering and brakes
    • EyeSight® system, when equipped
    • Squeaks, rattles, vibration and wind noise
    • Prior owner's settings cleared, then a full detail

Hybrid models add their own section, covering the service plug, battery charging and the battery cooling fan. Models with an EV battery get a charging test with a 70% minimum.

Close-up of a Subaru Crosstrek wheel and tire
Tread depth, matching tires and the spare or mobility kit all get checked.
Touchscreen and dashboard inside a Subaru Forester
The touchscreen, climate controls and vents get tested, not just switched on.
Rear passenger fastening a seat belt in a Subaru Forester
Seats and belts, front and rear, get looked over for movement and wear.
5/32"Minimum tread left on the tires
50%Or more left on the brake pads
2Sets of keys or remotes
2Sign-offs: technician and service manager

Maintenance Gets Caught Up

If a car is nearly due for scheduled maintenance, or has no service record, that maintenance gets done as part of certification.

Coverage

The Subaru CPO Warranty, in Plain English

What most shoppers call the CPO warranty is, in Subaru's words, a factory-backed 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain vehicle service agreement with no deductible.1,2 It covers engine, transaxle and differential components, not the whole car, and any time left on the factory warranties stays with the car as well. That includes the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, which covers the entire vehicle, subject to its exclusions, for 3 years or 36,000 miles.4

Here's the part worth knowing before you compare cars: those 7 years count from the vehicle's original warranty start date, not the day you buy it. A certified Subaru that's 3 years past that date has about 4 years of the term left, as long as it's still under 100,000 miles. Ask us for that date on any certified car you're comparing.

Also Part of the Program

  • 24/7 roadside assistance1
  • CARFAX vehicle history report
  • Owner Loyalty Coupon5
  • SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription, on equipped vehicles6
  • One-year MySubaru® Safety Package trial, on equipped vehicles7
  • Access to special finance rates8

Years from the original warranty start date

New Vehicle Limited Warranty43 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain Limited Warranty45 years / 60,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned Powertrain Coverage17 years / 100,000 miles
Optional Added Security Gold Plus9Up to 10 years / 100,000 miles

Bars show years only. Each term also ends at its mileage limit, so a high-mileage car can reach it sooner.

Want Coverage Beyond the Powertrain?Subaru's optional Added Security Gold Plus plan is its most comprehensive mechanical coverage. It covers all major systems, including wear and tear of covered components and advanced technology like EyeSight, and leaves out a short list, including maintenance items, body parts, glass, brake pads, wiper blades, hoses, belts and batteries. For covered repairs, it also includes towing, rental car reimbursement and trip interruption benefits, plus 24-hour emergency roadside assistance.9

Certified vs. Used

A Certified Subaru vs. a Regular Used Car

What You're CheckingSubaru Certified Pre-OwnedRegular Used Car
Inspection152 points, with mechanical items signed off by a technician and a service managerUp to the seller
TitleClean title requiredVaries, so read the report
Vehicle history reportCARFAX report includedAsk the seller
Powertrain coverage7 years or 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date1What's left from the factory, or a plan transferred or bought with the car
Deductible on that coverageNone2None on a Subaru factory warranty; other plans vary
Roadside assistanceIncluded, 24/71Not always included
Performance modificationsNot allowedPossible, so look closely

A regular used car can still be the right call, especially if you're comfortable vetting it yourself, and we sell those, too.

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Shop Certified Pre-Owned Subaru Models

Certified stock changes as cars come in and go home, so these links open our current listings on the inventory page.

Red Subaru Outback beside a lake with a canoe on the roof rack

Certified Pre-Owned Subaru Outback

Room for kayaks, dogs and a weekend's gear on the way to Silver Springs or the Rainbow River, with all-wheel drive for the sandy turnoff.

Shop Certified Outback
White Subaru Forester on a dirt road under large trees

Certified Pre-Owned Subaru Forester

Big windows and a tall, square cabin make it easy to see out of and easy to load, whether that means groceries or feed for the barn.

Shop Certified Forester
Green Subaru Crosstrek with surfboards on the roof, parked under a large tree at a beach at sunset

Certified Pre-Owned Subaru Crosstrek

The smallest of the group, simple to park near the downtown square, with the ride height and all-wheel drive to keep going where the pavement stops.

Shop Certified Crosstrek
Maroon Subaru Ascent parked in front of a house

Ascent and Other Certified Models

Need a third row? The Ascent and other Subaru models join the certified lineup as they come in. The full list shows everything available now.

See All Certified Cars
In Ocala

Buying a Certified Subaru in Ocala

Ocala and Marion County are known as the Horse Capital of the World, and the driving here varies: horse farms and the World Equestrian Center on the northwest side, forest roads past Silver Springs and the daily run down SW College Road. Three checklist items suit that driving especially well: the A/C test for Florida summers, the tread check for afternoon downpours and the look at struts, axles and CV boots for everything that isn't pavement.

Whether you're in Ocala proper, Silver Springs Shores, Belleview or Dunnellon, the current certified list is online, so you can narrow it down before you head over. Once the car is yours, our service team is right here, with Subaru-trained technicians and genuine Subaru parts.

Jenkins Subaru of Ocala
5820 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474
Sales: Mon-Sat 8:30am-8pm
Sun 10am-6pm
Subaru sales advisor going over paperwork with a parent and child beside a white Subaru Forester
Questions

Subaru CPO Questions From Ocala Shoppers

What does Certified Pre-Owned mean at Subaru?

It means a used Subaru has met the requirements of Subaru's own program: a 152-point safety inspection with failed items repaired or replaced and a CARFAX report showing a clean title. It also comes with factory-backed powertrain coverage.

How long is the Subaru CPO warranty?

The coverage is a 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain vehicle service agreement with no deductible on standard security plans. It runs from the vehicle's original warranty start date, not your purchase date, so the time left depends on the car.

Is a certified Subaru worth it over a regular used one?

That comes down to how much of the checking you want to do yourself. Certified gets you a documented inspection, longer powertrain coverage and 24/7 roadside assistance. On a regular used Subaru, those depend on the seller, the car's age and what's left of its factory coverage. We carry both, and our team can help you compare them.

Can I add more coverage to a certified Subaru?

Yes, at additional cost. Subaru says Certified Pre-Owned vehicles can be upgraded to its Added Security Gold Plus plan for up to 10 years or 100,000 miles from the original warranty start date. It covers everything except a short list, including maintenance items, body parts, glass, brake pads, wiper blades, hoses, belts and batteries. Ask us for the full list, and to confirm the plan for the car you're considering.

Which certified Subaru models can I find in Ocala?

The list changes as cars come in. Subaru names the Outback, Forester, Crosstrek and Ascent among its popular models, and our certified inventory page is the place to check.

Can I finance a certified Subaru or use a trade-in?

Yes to both. Subaru offers special finance rates on Certified Pre-Owned vehicles for well-qualified buyers, subject to credit approval. Rates change, so start an application or ask our finance team what's current. You can also value your trade online before you visit.

Where is Jenkins Subaru of Ocala?

We're at 5820 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474. The sales team is here Monday through Saturday from 8:30am to 8pm and Sunday from 10am to 6pm, and you can reach them at (352) 718-2202.

See What's Certified Right Now

Our inventory page has the certified Subaru vehicles currently listed, with photos, mileage and details.

  1. 1. Extended powertrain coverage from original warranty start date, to 7 years or 100,000 odometer miles, whichever comes first. Coverage includes engine, transaxle and differential components. See the agreement or application for details, including roadside assistance terms.
  2. 2. No deductible applies to standard security plans only.
  3. 3. Inspection details are from Subaru's Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Inspection Checklist, and some items apply only to vehicles with that equipment. On-the-road figure from Subaru of America. Photos are for illustration only. Vehicles shown may differ in model year or equipment, or include accessories. Program details are subject to change. See Jenkins Subaru of Ocala for complete details.
  4. 4. Factory warranty terms are whichever comes first and begin on the date the vehicle is delivered to the first retail purchaser, or first placed in service as a demonstrator or company vehicle. Owners are responsible for having scheduled maintenance performed and keeping proof of it. Except for certain emergency repairs, warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Subaru retailer in the United States, and any authorized retailer can perform them. See the vehicle's Warranty and Maintenance Booklet for details.
  5. 5. See your Subaru retailer for complete details.
  6. 6. Trial length and service availability may vary by model, model year or trim. SiriusXM audio and data services each require a subscription sold separately, or as a package, by Sirius XM Radio Inc. Your SiriusXM service will automatically stop at the end of your trial unless you decide to subscribe. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. See the SiriusXM Customer Agreement at www.siriusxm.com for complete terms and how to cancel, which includes online methods or calling 1-866-635-2349.
  7. 7. MySubaru Safety Package with Automatic Collision Notification is standard on vehicles equipped with MySubaru Connected Services.
  8. 8. Financing for well-qualified applicants only. Eligible vehicles and model years vary. Length of contract is limited. Subject to credit approval, vehicle insurance approval and vehicle availability. Cannot be combined with any other incentive. See Jenkins Subaru of Ocala for current details.
  9. 9. Optional plan sold separately. Cost and deductible vary by plan, and other plan terms are available. Term measured from the vehicle's original warranty start date and zero miles, ending at the time or odometer limit, whichever comes first. Added Security Gold Plus does not cover some components, including maintenance items, glass, brake pads, windshield wiper blades, hoses, belts, batteries and more. Remaining coverage can be transferred to another private owner within 30 days of that sale for a service fee, or canceled, with a prorated refund on application. Towing, rental and trip interruption are allowances with set limits. The rental allowance can run up to five days when the vehicle is kept overnight for a covered repair, and trip interruption applies 50 or more miles from home. Repairs use new or remanufactured Subaru parts, and any deductible applies once per repair visit. Eligibility rules apply, and the plan is not available on vehicles used commercially or equipped with a snowplow. See the agreement or application for details.