CarGenius Quality Score
Is this a good car at a fair price?
The CQS is our master score—a single number that combines vehicle condition, deal quality, and reliability reputation. Higher is better. No paid rankings influence this score. Ever.
What Goes Into Your CQS
We combine multiple quality dimensions into one easy-to-understand number.
Vehicle Condition
30%Assessment of the vehicle's physical condition including mileage for age, service history indicators, and certified pre-owned status.
Deal Quality vs. Market
30%How the price compares to similar vehicles in your area and nationwide. Factors in days on lot, price history, and market trends.
Reliability Reputation
25%Historical reliability data for this make/model/year combination, including recall history, common issues, and owner satisfaction ratings.
Overall Value
15%A holistic assessment factoring in features, trim level, and how this specific configuration holds value over time.
What CQS Scores Mean
A rare find. High-quality vehicle at an excellent price with stellar reliability. Act fast.
Strong quality, fair price, good reliability. A confident choice.
Solid option with reasonable value. Worth considering.
Some concerns in quality, price, or reliability. Proceed with caution.
Significant issues identified. Consider alternatives or negotiate heavily.
The CQS Difference
No Paid Rankings
Unlike other sites, dealers can't pay to boost their listings. CQS is computed from data, not revenue.
Holistic View
CQS combines what usually takes 5+ websites to research: price, condition, reliability, and value.
Fully Explainable
We show you exactly what drove the score. No black boxes, no mystery algorithms.
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