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Cartelligent is an online new car buying and leasing service with customers all over California. For 20 years, we have built relationships with dealers and manufacturers that allow us to get you a great sales price on the vehicle you want and provide the best possible buying and leasing experience. Our local advisers can help you select the right car, SUV or truck for your needs.

We can deliver your new vehicle right to your door. We'll even help you trade-in your old vehicle. Leave the bots behind. With us, you're assigned an individual advisor - your car buying insider.
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When it comes to cars, trucks, and SUVs there are more types and features than you can imagine. We'll help uncover the ones that mean the most to you. Let's take a closer look at the cars, trucks, or SUVs on your list. We'll share their benefits and discuss pricing options to help you make an educated decision.
Whether you need help narrowing your options, or have it down to a few choices, Cartelligent can help you make a confident, informed decision about which car is right for you. SUVs, Electric vehicles, Coupes, Crossovers. There are so many cars available these days it can be time-consuming to narrow down your options and decide which car is right for you.
We'll explain everything you need to know about leasing and help you decide what lease option works best for you. There are many reasons that leasing a new car, SUV or truck can be a great choice for you. For instance, you may want to try out an EV, plug-in hybrid, a minivan or a new brand of car before purchasing it.
Reviews (29)
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Jeremy Kranz
May 26, 2022
I have bought three cars from Cartelligent and most recently worked with Christian R. He was excellent working with me. He cares about advising me on what options make sense and provided regular updates on the supply chain shortages. I highly recommend Cartelligent and I highly recommend working with Christian R.
Nion McEvoy Jr
Apr 28, 2022
After months of research and searching on my own Radi found me my dream car. I've already recommended this service to a lot of friends because it's inexpensive and extremely effective!
Daniel Martin
Apr 24, 2022
Working with Cartelligent gave me the confidence and trust to pick out the perfect car for me. Radi was fantastic. He listened attentively to my questions and gave sound advice the entire way. And there's something so satisfying showing up to see your new car ready to go.
Declan Hogan
Apr 06, 2022
Cartelligent helped me find my new lease without any effort on my part. They found the exact car I wanted, when all the dealerships told me it'd be a 4 month wait. Plus they are friendly and very accommodating. They provide a fantastic service. I will definitely use cartelligent from now on!
Barbara V.
Mar 17, 2022
I was referred to this firm by a friend who has been using their services in San Francisco for years. I worked with both Alan and Lynette out of their Irvine office who walked me through the process and provided the guidance needed in selecting a new car. Within a week, they located the car I wanted. Everything is fully disclosed so you know exactly what you are getting with the list price and your actual cost.

I couldn't be more pleased with the process and will certainly utilize their services again. I can't imagine ever dealing with anyone else in buying a car now that I've discovered Cartelligent!
Michael D.
Feb 09, 2022
Simple review. I paid them $500. I asked them to find me 2 models of car. Wasnt what I wanted. I asked them to find a third, was what I wanted. They found the car, negotiated it down, did the paperwork and picked it up. A week or so later, I had a 2022 Mazda 3 hatchback. And $4000 off the asking price. $500 to not deal with a car dealer, get a good deal and talk to friendly people the entire process? Not sure how else it can get better.
Adam M.
Nov 01, 2021
I was in the market to buy a new 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE, but due to the recent chip order, couldn't find anything at a dealership that didn't require me paying full MSRP or buying some insane add-on package. Enter Cartelligent. Not only was Hilary able to special order me a new Jeep well below MSRP, she was able to sell my old Jeep for cash greater than what I paid in 2019.

I never had to enter a showroom or sit in a finance office. I didn't have to buy any weird warranties or security system packages. Cartelligent negotiated on my behalf with both buyers and sellers. Everything from my end was handled via phone, email, or text. When it came time to pick up my new Jeep, Alan, the local Cartelligent Manager in Irvine, CA coordinated a rideshare to his office. He had already inspected and cleaned the car from top to bottom before I arrived. After a few minutes of paperwork, I was off and driving!
Morgan B.
Sep 29, 2021
This is the second time I use Cartelligent and I will use them again in the future. Alan is very helpful, informative, friendly and will find you the best deal on the car you wish, I would recommend them to anyone looking for a new car!
Fergus OFarrell
Sep 12, 2021
Highly recommend! I worked closely with Christian and he's a rockstar. He was very fast to respond, found exactly what I was looking for at a great price, and kept me in the loop at all times. I'd recommend Cartelligent to anyone in the market for a new car.
Terri Nelson
Aug 14, 2021
I found Cartelligent through Drive Clean Bay Area when I was researching electric vehicles. Drive Clean Bay Area had an EV car show where I was able to talk to actual owners not salespeople selling an agenda. Once my decision was made it was a matter of picking a trim package and color. Zach was my rep at Cartelligent and he was informative, upfront and communicative.

I gave him my parameters, he said it might take a few days or a week to find (afterall they search the entire state of California for your vehicle). His team found several options in a few days. When my car came all the paperwork was sent electronically for my review. An appointment was set up at the office in Walnut Creek, and I was in and out from signing paperwork in less than 10 minutes.

A rep spent a half hour with me teaching about my car (it's a computer on wheels). Because I was buying a new hot car I was not expecting to pay less than MSRP, which is ok. I was more concerned about getting the trim, color, and not dealing with a car dealership hundreds of miles away once I found the car. Everyone that I spoke too, dealt with, interacted with was fantastic. I have been telling everyone about Cartelligent. Never again will I have to step foot in a car dealership.
Alisa Carroll
Jul 06, 2021
Enormous gratitude to Alexandra Genet for her incredibly gracious service, proactivity, and dedication to getting the car I wanted! She made it happen, and I couldn't recommend her more highly. This was my first experience with Cartelligent, and I was thrilled with the experience. Will absolutely be back when it's time for a new car. My many thanks!
Susan Hirsch
May 19, 2021
Auto Purchasing Made Easy No more "let me talk to my manager". No more running from one dealer to another to see who will give you a better price. No more hidden add on charges. I was so please with using Cartelligent I sent my salesman a gift after my car was delivered. I would recommend Cartelligent to anyone looking to buy a new car with no fuss and bother.

Christian Roettgers, my salesman, made me feel comfortable with my purchase and never once failed to answer every inquiry promptly. And the biggest plus he was always honest, he never lied or misdirected me. Christian found the exact car I wanted, answered all my many questions over a period of months and arranged everything with the car dealership. I got a price that surprised everyone I know who owned the same type car. I couldn't have gotten a better deal if my father owned the dealership .
Michael C.
Mar 26, 2021
Best car buying experience ever next to Tesla. Helped locate and purchase a vehicle for my parents with the exact specifications they wanted with a price that was well below nationwide average. Outstanding communication, attention to detail especially during no contact delivery. Would give them 10 stars if I could.
Lily L.
Mar 23, 2021
Alan was very informative and helpful in explaining the process. He was also timely in sending paperwork. I didn't end up using his service just yet but I will in the future.
Estudillo E.
Jan 23, 2021
This was the second time we used Cartelligent to purchase our car, and we were very pleased again with the customer service and effort which they delivered. I first was interested in getting a Kia hybrid car, but then changed my mind and decided on a Lexus hybrid. Maria Schroeder, who helped us with finding the right car with the specifications we asked for, was very helpful, doing the search and finding the cars that met our specifications.

When I did my test drive of the Lexus hybrid at a nearby dealership which was offering the car at a "discounted" price, I went back to Maria and asked what she could do. She came back with an even lower price than the dealership, a few thousand dollars below the MSRP, the savings more than making up for the fee that I paid Cartelligent. I really appreciated her help in going the extra mile, and Ricardo Rodriguez's help in delivering the car to our house and picking up our old car for trade-in.
Mon Y.
Dec 29, 2020
This was the best decision! The whole process was so easy, with Alan being super attentive and accessible throughout. He helped us get our new minivan at a lower monthly price than we had been paying the previous years, and they purchased the lease off our old car and handed us the keys to the new one. It was truly the simplest, most pleasant experience. And the red bow on the car was a charming surprise!
Janet Findlay
Oct 25, 2020
After spending an hour trying to work with a local dealership, I went to Cartelligent. They were great to work with and found me the car I was looking for within 48 hours. Aaron Braverman was awesome. I also bought a car from Cartelligent in 2008 and had the same positive experience. They made it easy. the car dealership did not- whatsoever.
Karen M.
Jan 23, 2020
We have used them twice and absolutely recommend them. They can help locate the exact car you want, negotiate with dealer and streamline all the paperwork. It's easier than grocery shopping, seriously. Save your sanity, get what you want, and even get a really good deal!
Ethan S.
Jan 21, 2020
It was my first time working with a car broker. I didn't know what to expect much but hoped to save some dollars by letting them to negotiate on my new car. I wanted to buy a new Hyundai Palisade Elite. Cartelligent got a price quote at MSRP + $1000 and asked me to visit a dealership in my area which I've been there once before I contacted Cartelligent.

In the first time when I contacted this dealership, their asking price was at MSRP + Premium Care = MSRP + $2500. So, I thought what Cartelligent got (MSRP + $1000) was not a bad deal, I could save at least $1500. But it was not the case. In the Cartelligent's qoute the Premium Care package was not included. It was just for the car and it was MSRP + $1000.

I called Maria (SF Office) and explained her the situation. She asked me to leave the dealership and told me that she was going to take care of the issue. Next day, she emailed me said the issued with the dealership was taken care of and I could go to the dealership again. I did go but nothing was taken care of. The dealer was still saying that the quote Cartelligent gave me was only for the car and it was $1000 above their sale price.

Before I went to the dealership I visited two more dealerships to get a quote for the same car. The other two dealerships also gave me the same quote. It was MSRP. No markups. So, the quote I got from Cartelligent was over $1000 than I was able to get from the dealers by myself even without negotiation. Instead of saving some dollars I was going to pay $1000 more if I bought it through Cartelligent.

At the end of the day, I bought the car as a walk-in customer and got it at MSRP. Working Cartelligent didn't help me to to save any dollars or easy the buying process at all. I though they would find the best deal available in the entire US and bring the car to my door. Instead, I was almost going to pay $1000 more if I didn't do my homework. I hate giving businesses bad reviews but I feel that I have to share my experience with others. Thanks for reading.
William C.
Oct 11, 2019
I was helping my friend here in Irvine to lease a car through Cartelligent since she has limited English skills. Ryan from the NorCal branch (Sausalito) mainly helped us with the process since that's where I got my cars from, but the delivery was done here in Irvine. Alan was the one who helped us on the day of pick up. Car was spotless clean and his co worker took his time made sure my friend was able to get a detailed knowledge on how to operate her new electric car. Cartelligent is the way to buy or lease a car! They sure have the best price and takes the headaches out of car buying! Totally worth every penny!
Stone Z.
Oct 02, 2019
Had a forty minute conversation with Alan Diaz despite his knowing in the beginning of the call that I wouldn't bring business (being out of state). He nevertheless patiently answered my questions about the car buying process and offered valuable industry insights. It goes without saying that I'd be using his services if I could, and I'll be referring my Cali friends this way. Highly recommend.
Eric J.
May 30, 2019
I had a great experience with Cartelligent. I hadn't bought a car in years and I was not looking forward to the dealer aroma. Two good friends highly recommended Cartelligent so after extensive car research I took a chance and gave them a call. Joey Ngo walked me through the whole process, found the Prius Prime I was looking for in a couple of days, and got me a good price.

He also got me a good trade-in deal on my 2003 Toyota Avalon. Joey was very personable, responded quickly, and answered all my questions. He introduced me to Alan Diaz who delivered the car and walked me through the basics and more. He was knowledgable and gave me all the time I needed. The paperwork was quick and easy. Both of these guys are pros who really know their business.

Their enthusiasm is contagious. No haggling; no BS, the entire experience was seamless, professional, and enjoyable. This is the way cars should be sold! I used to be a product manager so I have strong feelings about the customer experience and Cartelligent delivers. If you are considering working with a broker, consider Cartelligent. Thank you Joey and Allan!
Mike M.
Apr 18, 2019
In a word: painless. Julian helped me get double what the dealership was offering for my trade in, which more than paid for the fee. He also got the exact car I was looking for at below dealer invoice price. The entire process took just over a week! I picked up my car today and it was exactly what I was hoping for. Sven walked me through all the paperwork in about half an hour and gave me a great rundown of the car. He answered every one of my questions. It really couldn't have gone better. Thanks!
Kel B.
Jan 14, 2019
Just picked up a 2019 BMW 440i with M sport package. They did a phenomenal job of finding one quickly and I had the car within 48 of giving them the assignment. The customer service was awesome and the employees felt like close friends because they were so personable.
Earl D.
Sep 20, 2018
After being frustrated with several dealerships who wanted me to buy their cars off their lot despite my interest in getting a 2018 Audi RS5 Coupe, Bryce helped find the exact car I wanted and at price that was lower and competitive to those around the Southern California Area. He kept me in the loop with everything, responsive to all emails and questions, and I didn't have to worry about all the hassle with dealing with the dealership.

I would recommend Bryce to coordinate your negotiations, and he definitely looks out for your interests, even picking the lowest finance options. Once the car arrived at the Irvine office from the Audi dealership im Burlingame, Sven and Alan took care of the rest. Sven took the time to explain everything through the final paperwork and was done in about 15 mins; it was very seamless.

After that he showed me in depth about the cool functions of the car--he seemed more knowledgeable about the car than a lot of the floor people in several dealerships I've been through. He and Alan were really cool and accommodating that they even helped jump start the Civic that I drove that day to their office (I was selling my car to Shift, and out off all the days in the year the Civic's battery gave out that same day). That's how you know they're honest and passionate about what they do. Overall I'm very satisfied with this whole process, and I would recommend having your car picked up at the Irvine office.
Vincent T.
Aug 22, 2018
Long story short, DCH Tustin Acura dropped the ball on my RDX that I had on order and been waiting for 2 months, no Acura dealership had the trim I wanted within 400 miles. I found Cartelligent on Yelp and began working with Alan Diaz. Well a week later I'm driving in a brand new RDX in the exact color and trim I wanted. Alan made it very easy, I just told him what I wanted, a price I was comfortable with and he began to work. Alan is an honest man and a straight shooter. That's something I value when purchasing a car. Never new purchasing a car can be this easy. Thanks again Alan!
Marco J.
Jun 19, 2018
Cartelligent is the only way to purchase vehicles for me. Aaron, Alan and Sydney were very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Made my car buying experience easy. I'll recommend Cartelligent to my family, friends and whom ever will listen! Thank you.
Ryan C.
Jul 16, 2017
Leased a Civic Hatchback Sport Touring through Chris and Alan here and wow. super personable, awesome guys who are both professional and fun to talk to. They helped me find the exact color I wanted at an amazing deal compared to dealerships, delivered it to me, ensured I would get the highest return for my trade-in, and didn't try to upsell me on anything I didn't need.

By the time I had to actually go into the office, I spent about 15 minutes signing paperwork, 10 minutes chatting about the new car, and was out the door. I seriously can't recommend their services enough. I'm glad I leased so I can use them again in 3 years. I've been recommending them like crazy.
Derek M.
Aug 25, 2016
I wanted to lease the all-new 2017 Audi A4 with every technology option available. Since the car was so new, none of the dealers had any in stock. Bryce and the team at Cartelligent were great working with me and the dealers to source and order my car straight from the factory. I've always hated working with shady salesmen and dealers, but Bryce was very open and upfront about the entire process.

I never felt left out of the conversation. Once the car had finally reached US soil, the paperwork took all of 10 minutes before the team in Irvine handed me the keys. Also used them to trade in my 2011 Nissan Altima Coupe, and I feel they did a great job looking for the best buyer and that I got the best deal available. I will never buy a car from anywhere else as long as I live in California.