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As new-vehicle sales continue to grow, an ever-increasing number of off-lease and trade-in vehicles are returning to dealers. According to data provided by AutoTrader, certified pre-owned vehicle inventory has increased by 6 percent since March, 80 percent of which are non-luxury vehicles, totaling to 380,758 vehicles.

What will buyers be looking for? Here are a few of the big hitters from the last few years that are returning to lots in big numbers, as well as commentary from AutoTrader.com analysts.

Great Choices in Used & CPO Vehicles for Each Segment, According to AutoTrader:

  • 2011 Ford Fusion: The Ford fusion has been a favorite of ours for many years because it combines several desirable qualities. It's good-looking, has a well-designed interior, is reasonably fun to drive and has enough space that a small family can use it every day. There are also several versions of the Fusion to pick from including a fuel sipping hybrid, almost as good 4-cylinder engine and a V6 version that give the Fusion a sport sedan feel. 
  • 2011 Honda CR-V: This small SUV essential defines the segment. It's popular, functional and is the perfect no-nonsense car for those who want lots of cargo space and like the elevated seating position of an SUV, but don't want a big truck. Honda's notorious reliability is a big reason this compact SUV is on our list.
  • 2010 Toyota Highlander: Like the CR-V, the Toyota Highlander defines the midsize, 3 row SUV. It isn't fancy, but the Limited version has luxury-like features such as leather and a navigation system. But it's the mid-price Sport version that offers the best value. Not too big, not too small, the Highlander is the go-to "just right" family friendly vehicle.
  • 2011 Toyota Corolla: This reliable little car has been around since the 1960s and has become the world's best-selling single model, surpassing even the VW Beetle. Efficient and affordable the Corolla is perfect for first time buyers, college students, and seniors on a fixed income as well as young families who need a good car at a low price. Again, like some of the other car on this list, the Toyota Corolla is the textbook definition of "good compact car." Features like power accessories, cruise control and available automatic transmission make the compact Corolla easy to live with even if your automotive aspirations are more Lexus than Toyota.

According to AutoTrader.com, these are all top sellers within their brands, meaning there are a lot of them out there.

"Consumers are armed with a lot of information these days – that means they know the value of a CPO or used car," said Brian Moody, AutoTrader.com site editor. "All of these are priced at about $25,000 or less you can expect these models to fly off lots for great rates and consumers to grow an appetite for used cars throughout 2014 and 2015."