What is the appropriate mileage range for a new car's odometer?

[McJustin]

Generally, the odometer of a new car should be within a range of 30 kilometers. The most important areas to check for a new car are as follows: Check the vehicle's nameplate: The nameplate of the vehicle records the production date in detail. If the production date on the nameplate is more than six months from the date of delivery, the car is considered a stock vehicle. Check the odometer reading: When picking up the car, besides checking for any scratches on the exterior, don't rush to notice how strong the new car smell is. Turn on the ignition and check if the mileage is within the normal range. Typically, the mileage from the factory to the 4S store should not exceed 20-50 kilometers, and in most cases, it should not be higher than 10 kilometers. Check the vehicle's exterior: This is something most people do well. Upon seeing the new car, immediately inspect the body for any scratches. After all, accidents can happen during transportation, and if there are scratches, they might have been repainted.

[VanGarrett]

Normally, a mileage within 20 kilometers is considered reasonable for new car delivery. Manufacturers conduct quality sampling inspections before leaving the factory, and there is also short-distance transportation from the factory to the 4S dealership, both of which contribute a few kilometers. Based on my experience, most new cars from legitimate channels have around 10 kilometers on the odometer, with single-digit readings being the most common. If the mileage exceeds 50 kilometers, you should be cautious about whether the car was used as a display or test-drive vehicle. Remember to check the transportation documents and inspection records upon delivery, and clarify any abnormal mileage readings.

[VonCorey]

The reasonable mileage for a new car is generally within 50 kilometers. Short-distance transportation is inevitable when delivering vehicles from the factory to various 4S stores. For imported cars received at coastal ports, they also go through customs clearance and transfer, and container loading and unloading may require moving the car a few hundred meters. I've seen a transport slip showing 13 kilometers for a Volvo, and also a parallel-imported car that logged 45 kilometers due to the special location of the port. As long as it's confirmed to be a brand-new vehicle with the protective film intact, there's no issue. The key is to check details like the plastic film on the interior and the tire tread hairs.

[DeIsaac]

New car mileage varies by situation: Domestic cars are best kept within 15 km due to shorter transportation distances; imported cars can reasonably extend to 50 km. Last time I accompanied a friend to pick up a Lexus hybrid showing 8 km, the salesperson explained 6 km was for factory dynamic testing. Key reminder: electronic odometers are hard to tamper with, but always check for intact wheel hub scratches and seat plastic covers before delivery. If exceeding 100 km, demand written explanation from the dealer.