CRM Comparison

CARFAX vs Catalyst IQ

Which CRM platform is the better fit for your dealership? Capability-by-capability, side by side.

TL;DR: CARFAX vs Catalyst IQ for CRM at your dealership, side by side: capabilities, tracked integrations (25 vs 0), and company profile. CARFAX holds the higher neutral vendor score on LVL Up Auto's independent scale, but the right pick depends on your stack. Use the matrix below to match each to what you run.

Capability
CARFAX68
Catalyst IQ39
BDC
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Business Intelligence
—
CRM
Digital Retailing
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Fixed Ops
—
Inventory
Marketing
Messaging
—
Vehicle Media
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Website
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Company overview

Company size
Enterprise
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Founded
1984
2025
Products
5
5
Integrations
25
0
Website
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