VIP SCORE EXPLAINED
What Your Score
Really Means.
Really Means.
Every VIP Score is a single, easy-to-read number from 0 to 100 that captures a vehicle’s safety, reliability, value, and risk. Here is exactly how to read it.
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0–100 ScaleOne number, complete picture
The Four Pillars of Your Score
Every score is built from these core dimensions.
🛡SafetyCrash test results, safety technology, and structural protection.
🔧ReliabilityHistorical dependability and long-term ownership data.
💵ValuePricing, depreciation, and how the deal compares to the market.
⚠RiskOpen recalls, known defects, and red flags to watch for.
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How to Read Your Score Range
A quick guide to what each range signals about a vehicle.
90–100 · Excellent
Among the best in its class. Strong safety, proven reliability, and a clean risk profile. Buy with confidence.
75–89 · Very Good
A smart, dependable choice with only minor considerations to review.
60–74 · Good
A solid option overall, though it is worth reading the flagged factors before you commit.
Below 60 · Proceed With Caution
Notable risks or concerns. Read the details carefully and inspect thoroughly before buying.
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What Makes a Score Trustworthy
Consistent, independent, and transparent.
Every vehicle is scored using the exact same method, so a 90 always means the same thing, no matter the make or model.
Scores cannot be purchased or influenced by dealers, and we do not accept payment to change a result.
We show you the factors behind the number, so you always understand the why, not just the what.
- ObjectiveThe same rules applied to every vehicle.
- IndependentNo seller can pay to change a score.
- TransparentThe factors behind the number are visible.
- CurrentData is pulled fresh at the time of scoring.
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See a VIP Score for Yourself
The fastest way to understand a VIP Score is to run one on a real vehicle.
Enter a VIN, make and model, or listing URL and see the full breakdown in seconds.
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No sign-up required. Just tell us the vehicle and we will show you the score and the reasons behind it.
Every VIP Score is backed by millions of data points and AI analysis.
🛡Safety RatingsNHTSA crash test data
🔧Reliability IndexHistorical reliability data
⛽Fuel EconomyEPA efficiency estimates
⚠Recall RiskOpen recalls & alerts
📊AI Condition CheckVisual & description analysis