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All of the models carried by Benna Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep ®, and Ram are designed to provide value at purchase, throughout ownership, and when it is time for resale. Thus, we are happy to announce that the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep ®, and Ram brands all appear in the 12th annual Vincentric Best CPO Value in America Awards. The awards highlight vehicles that retain their value in the used vehicle market. Vincentric is a data analysis firm for the automotive industry.  Each year, they perform a cost of ownership analysis at the model level, from which comes the Vincentric Best CPO Value in America™ awards. Vincentric measures the cost of ownership using eight different cost factors: Depreciation Fees & taxes Financing Fuel Insurance Maintenance Opportunity cost Repairs Based on their proprietary statistical model, winners are determined by evaluating which vehicles had lower-than-expected ownership costs, given their market segment and price. Each vehicle was evaluated in all 50 states plus Washington, DC, using a range of annual mileage intervals and insurance profiles. Best CPO Value awards The Jeep Wagoneer was awarded for having the Best CPO Value in America in the  Luxury Large SUV category.  Contributing factors include: Outperformed 9 Competitor Models 6.1% below expected ownership costs For the second time, the Chrysler Voyager won the award for the Best CPO Value in America in the minivan category.  Its contributing factors include: 3.8% below expected ownership costs Lowest Total Cost of Ownership in its Class Outperformed 4 Competitor Models "We know consumers consider many factors when purchasing a vehicle, not just the initial cost, but also the overall cost to own, operate, and drive,” said Matt Thompson, Head of U.S. Retail Sales. “These awards are significant because they highlight a range of Stellantis vehicles that offer long-term value retention and peace of mind, from minivans to sedans, to commercial vans and full-size SUVs." Lowest Ownership Cost Recognition With their data on ownership costs, Vincentric also recognizes models that have the lowest in their respective categories. As a result, they recognized these five models for having the lowest total cost of ownership in their class: Chrysler 300 Sedan Ownership costs over $1,856 lower than the nearest competitor Outperformed two competitor models Chrysler Voyager minivan Ownership costs over $1,673 lower than the nearest competitor Outperformed four competitor models Dodge Durango SUV Ownership costs over $1,673 lower than the nearest competitor Outperformed four competitor models Ram ProMaster City Passenger Van Ownership costs over $1,186 lower than the nearest competitor Outperformed seven competitor models Ram ProMaster City Commercial Van Ownership costs over $2,083 lower than the nearest competitor Outperformed two competitor models While it is relatively easy to compare vehicle prices when shopping, comparing the overall cost of ownership is more challenging.  Consequently, Vincentric's work and its awards are valuable tools for anyone looking for a new or used vehicle. We invite you to check out all the Vincentric’s winners, at Benna CDJR.

Are you considering replacing your current vehicle with a new-to-you one? Are you also concerned about how much you need to spend right now on one? Here are seven things to consider when you’re buying a used car. more Budget: Figure out what you can afford and stick to it. This includes fuel, insurance, registration, and potential repairs. Needs: Take stock of your lifestyle and look for the cars most capable of serving it well. Do you have a family? Are you into outdoor sports? Do you have an elderly parent or a baby? How far do you drive to work everyday? Research: With the above considerations in mind, which models seem most likely to fit within your needs? Before you go out and test drive anything, figure out which cars are most likely to fit well with what your life dictates. Then look on the Internet to see if they have any significant problems of which you need to be aware. It’s also when you’ll find out what the car is worth, so you can make an intelligent offer. Test Drives: It’s generally best to shop within your immediate area – like around the corner here in Superior. It makes getting to the cars easier, it makes getting the car serviced easier, and when you go for test drives you’ll likely be on familiar roads. Vehicle History Report: Find out quickly if the car has been flood or hail damaged, maintained reasonably well, stolen, repossessed, or sold at auction. A good vehicle history report can give you the breakdown on a car’s entire lifecycle from the time it was first sold. Warranty Coverage: If the car is a relatively late model, odds are good there’s some factory warranty coverage left on certain aspects of the car. This can be a very valuable tool for creating peace of mind. Used car extended warranties can be a good buy too, just make sure they cover the problem areas you found during your research. Pre-Purchase Inspection: Among the most important things to consider when buying a used car, having a potential purchase inspected by a trusted professional mechanic well versed in the model of your choice is always a good idea. People who see and drive a particular car everyday are more likely to pick up on potential problems you may have missed during your test drive. One last thing: Every time you look at a listing from Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, make sure they state that it's “ Wisconsin Inspected.” Our dealership is required by law to go through a thorough inspection prior to sale. You will see the proof right on the vehicle’s window that we have done the work to comply with state law to ensure you have a top quality used car to purchase from us! Keeping these things to consider when buying a used car in mind will help you get the best possible deal. This is why Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is here to help! Contact us to see what we have for you today!

With some thought and careful consideration, buying a pre-owned car can often be a better deal than buying a new one. This is one of the reasons why vehicle consumers in the Twin Ports area buy more used cars per household than anywhere in the Upper Midwest. Here are seven things to consider when you’re buying a used car: Budget: Figure out what you can afford and stick to it. This includes fuel, insurance, registration, and potential repairs. Needs: Take stock of your lifestyle and look for the cars most capable of serving it well. Do you have a family? Are you into outdoor sports? Do you have an elderly parent? What about a baby? How far do you drive to work everyday? Research: With the above considerations in mind, which models seem most likely to fit within your needs? Before you go out and test drive anything, figure out which cars are most likely to fit well with your lifestyle, now and in the future. Then check the internet to see if they have any significant problems that you need to be aware of. It’s also when you’ll find out what the car is worth, so you can make an intelligent offer. Test Drives: It’s generally best to shop within your immediate area – like around the corner here in Superior. It makes getting to the cars easier, it makes getting the car serviced easier, and when you go for test drives you’ll likely be on familiar roads. Vehicle History Report: Find out quickly if the car has been flood or hail damaged, maintained reasonably well, stolen, repossessed, or sold at auction. A good vehicle history report can give you the breakdown on a car’s entire lifecycle from the time it was first sold. Warranty Coverage: If the car is a relatively late model, odds are good there is some factory warranty coverage left on certain aspects of the car. This can be a very valuable tool for creating peace of mind. Used car extended warranties can be a good buy too, just make sure they cover the problem areas you found during your research. Pre-Purchase Inspection: Among the most important things to consider when buying a used car, it’s always a good idea to have a potential purchase inspected by a trusted professional mechanic well versed in the model of your choice. People who see and drive a particular car everyday are more likely to pick up on potential problems you may have missed during your test drive. Keeping in mind these seven things to consider when buying a used car will help you get the best possible deal. That is why Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is here to help! Check out our used car inventory to find the right one that fits your needs. Contact us at Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to see what we can do for you.