Bentley Certified Pre-Owned Warranty

Bentley’s certified pre-owned program explained

Certified pre-owned cars essentially give you a third purchase option between new and used. In order to qualify as a CPO car, a used vehicle must first be below a certain age and mileage, usually around five years or 60,000 miles. It must also pass a rigorous dealership inspection. Also, most CPO vehicles come with an extended warranty that usually adds around one year/12,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper protection to whatever factory warranty remains.

In order to qualify, a CPO Bentley must be under 10 years old, but it doesn’t have a mileage limit. If that sounds a little concerning, know that your average Bentley dealer probably won’t try certifying a high-mileage vehicle in the first place because it’ll be unlikely to pass an inspection.

“CPO Bentleys must be in like-new condition,” the sales manager at a Bentley dealership told us. “That means all of the services must be up to date, and if we find something that doesn’t meet Bentley standards, we repair or replace it with original parts.”

As a result, the process of certifying a Bentley is typically more thorough and expensive than the process of certifying a mass-market luxury vehicle from another dealer.

“On average, we spend about $15,000 certifying the vehicle plus another $5,000 purchasing the warranty from Bentley,” the sales manager said. “So when our CPO Bentley is priced $20,000 higher than a mystery Bentley from Fred’s Auto Lot, that’s why.”

CPO Bentleys include a one-year/unlimited-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, starting from the date of purchase or the date your factory Bentley warranty expires. You’ll also have the option to purchase additional, extended warranty protection. “You can actually purchase one- or two-year Bentley extended warranties until your vehicle is 10 years old,” the sales manager said. “[B]ut only if your vehicle is still under warranty.”

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How good is Bentley’s CPO warranty?

For context, all new Bentley models come with a factory warranty of three years/unlimited miles of bumper-to-bumper coverage. Bumper-to-bumper coverage is the most robust coverage you can get, but it doesn’t cover routine maintenance like oil changes and wiper blades, wear-and-tear items like brake rotors or spark plugs, and damage.

When you purchase a CPO Bentley, you get one extra year of bumper-to-bumper coverage added to your remaining factory warranty coverage. If your Bentley doesn’t have time left on its factory warranty, your one-year/unlimited-mile CPO warranty starts on the date you purchase the car.

A one-year/unlimited-mile warranty is typically above average for a CPO warranty. Across the market, the standard is typically around one year/12,000 miles.

How does Bentley’s CPO warranty compare?

Compared with other ultra-luxury and exotic car brands, Bentley’s CPO warranty is about average.

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CPO Bentley benefits

When you purchase a CPO Bentley, you’ll also get the following benefits, which last for the duration of your warranty:

• 24/7 roadside assistance: This assists with accidents, flat tires, blowouts, dead batteries, empty gas tanks, locked doors, general breakdowns and more
• Towing: Receive towing on a custom Bentley transport vehicle to the nearest dealership
• Trip expense reimbursement: Covers the cost of meals, lodging and alternative transportation (up to a reasonable limit) following a warranty-covered breakdown

Is a CPO Bentley worth it?

Generally, CPO is worth paying extra for if:

• The vehicle you’re considering has a high cost of ownership outside of warranty
• There isn’t a huge difference in cost between CPO and pre-owned vehicles
• The CPO warranty and benefits help to justify the cost

How reliable are Bentleys?

Bentley is more of a niche luxury brand. In 2024, it only sold 10,600 cars worldwide. In comparison, competitors at a lower price point like Porsche sold over 310,000 cars in 2024. Given Bentleys’ steep price tag — its cars generally range from $200,000 to $500,000 — it makes sense that the number of cars sold per year would be lower.

As a result, you won’t see Bentleys or similar-tier luxury vehicles, like Rolls-Royce, in J.D. Power’s vehicle reliability rankings, though lower-priced competitors like BMW, Porsche and Mercedes-Benz are featured.

How much does a certified pre-owned Bentley cost?

A certified pre-owned Bentley from 2021 to 2024 typically costs between $120,000 and $250,000, according to our research. Older and less luxurious models typically sell for $100,000 to $150,000, while newer and more luxurious models typically sell for around $175,000 to $250,000. CPO Bentleys from 2025 typically cost $300,000 to $350,000.

In comparison, pre-owned, non-certified Bentleys from 2021 to 2024 typically cost between $100,000 and $200,000, while Bentleys from 2015 to 2020 typically cost between $50,000 and $100,000. Overall, you may be able to save tens of thousands of dollars if you opt for a used Bentley over a CPO Bentley.

CPO vs. non-CPO Bentley

While a CPO Bentley could cost a few thousand more than a regular pre-owned model, it could be worth it for the peace of mind.

Based on what you’re getting with a CPO Bentley, the extra cost could be worth it. We had multiple dealers tell us that they spend around $15,000 refurbishing each CPO Bentley, so you’re not only getting peace of mind with a CPO Bentley, but you’re also getting good value from new(er) tires, brakes, fluid levels and more.

If you opt to purchase a pre-owned Bentley that hasn’t been certified, you could be taking an enormous risk.

“I have clients ask me, ‘Why should I buy a certified Bentley from you for $220,000 when there’s a used one down the street at Fred’s Auto Lot for $200,000?’” the sales manager at a Bentley dealership said. “Then, like clockwork, those clients come back in three months desperate to trade their used one for a CPO one.”

While a CPO Bentley may cost you $15,000 or $20,000 more than a used one, it comes with fresh parts, a longer warranty and improved peace of mind.

Do you need an extended warranty for your Bentley?

If you purchase a Bentley that’s still under a factory or CPO warranty, you’ll have the option to purchase a one- or two-year Bentley extended warranty. Although one year of protection may be pricey, it might be a good option to provide peace of mind and insurance against pricey Bentley repairs.

Plus, purchasing a Bentley extended warranty may support the resale value of your car. “Once a Bentley falls out of warranty,” the sales manager at a Bentley dealership said, “the cost to recertify it can be enormous — if it’s even possible.”

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