ATLANTA -

At a time when many people are inside trying to dodge the high temperatures, drivers interested in shopping certified pre-owned vehicles may find coming out and facing the summer's heat this August worth their while.

Autotrader has come out with its latest list of top CPO deals that consumers can take advantage of all month long.

This month's list includes an enticing low-interest finance rate incentive offered by Mazda's CPO program throughout August. When financing a CPO vehicle, qualified Mazda shoppers can now get 0.9 percent interest for up to 36 months.

“The extra cost of a certified pre-owned vehicle may seem like a lot, but it provides more peace of mind than a regular used car,” Autotrader executive editor Brian Moody said in a news release. “You can’t discount the value of a comprehensive inspection, which every CPO vehicle goes through, and the added perks of CPO are a great option for buyers to consider.”

Acura

Through the end of August, Acura’s CPO program touts that qualified shoppers seeking either its MDX or RDX models can get 0.99 percent interest for up to 36 months, 1.99 percent interest for up to 60 months or 2.99 interest for up to 72 months.

BMW

At BMW, CPO shoppers interested in 2014, 2015 and 2016 CPO versions of the 3 Series, 4 Series and 5 Series can get 1.9 percent interest for up to 60 months.

Buick

Throughout August, Buick's CPO program is offering qualified shoppers1.9 percent interest for up to 36 months on all certified pre-owned versions of the Enclave and Encore crossovers.

Chevrolet

This month, Chevrolet's CPO program has a special finance offer of 1.9 percent interest for up to 36 months for qualified CPO vehicle shoppers interested in taking home the brand’s Chevy Cruze, Equinox, Malibu and Traverse models.

Ford

At Ford, qualified shoppers looking for a CPO model can get 1.9 percent interest for up to 36 months, 2.9 percent for 60 months or 3.9 percent for 72 months.

Lincoln

This month, qualified shoppers who visit Lincoln can take advantage of 2.9 percent interest for up to 66 months on all CPO models.

Subaru

Subaru's CPO program is offering qualified shoppers who qualify interest rates starting at 1.49 percent for up to 36 months.