Market Forecast By Vehicle Type (Passenger, SUV, LCV - Utes, LCV - Vans & Buses), By Vendor (Private, Dealer), By Fuel Type (Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid, EVs, Others (LPG and PHEVs)) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC039256 | Publication Date: Jan 2021 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 64 | No. of Figures: 14 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Australia Used Car Market Report thoroughly covers the market by vehicle type, vendor and fuel type. Australia Used Car Market Outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing Australia Used Car Market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers. This would help stakeholders devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The Australia used car market has witnessed steady expansion, supported by rising vehicle parc and strong new car sales reaching at high units in 2025, which has increased the availability of used vehicles. Demand has been further driven by affordability considerations and strong recovery in tourism, with high international visits in 2024, boosting rental and second-hand vehicle demand. Additionally, the growing penetration of electric vehicles, with EV sales rising significantly and used EV supply increasing, has expanded the pool of available vehicles and diversified consumer choices. Further, increasing replacement cycles and higher new car prices have encouraged consumers to shift toward pre-owned vehicles. This trend is particularly evident among urban buyers seeking cost-effective mobility solutions without compromising on features.

According to 6Wresearch, the Australia Used Car Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% in Volume from 2026 to 2032, driven by increasing affordability pressures, rising disposable income, and expanding digital platforms. Australia’s GDP per capita has grown in recent years, enabling consumers to shift towards cost-effective used vehicles. Government initiatives such as legalization of imported used cars and supportive policies have further improved supply, while online platforms are enhancing accessibility, transparency, and transaction efficiency. In addition, favorable financing options and increasing availability of certified pre-owned vehicles are improving buyer confidence. The integration of digital tools such as AI-based pricing and virtual inspections is further streamlining transactions

SUVs are projected to record the highest growth in Australia’s used car market, driven by rising consumer preference for spacious, versatile, and family-friendly vehicles. Increasing availability of compact and crossover SUVs, along with improving fuel efficiency, is further supporting their demand in the second-hand market.
Private vendors are projected to record the highest growth in Australia’s used car market, driven by rising adoption of online marketplaces and increasing preference for direct transactions. Lower costs, flexible pricing, and faster deal closures further support their growth.
EVs are projected to record the highest growth in Australia’s used car market, driven by rising environmental awareness, government incentives, and expanding charging infrastructure. Improving affordability and battery advancements are further accelerating their adoption in the second-hand market.

The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
| 1. Executive Summary |
| 2. Introduction |
| 2.1 Report Description |
| 2.2 Key Highlights of the Report |
| 2.3 Market Scope and Segmentation |
| 2.4 Research Methodology |
| 2.5 Assumptions |
| 3. Global Used Car Market Overview |
| 3.1 Global Used Car Market Volume (2022-2032F) |
| 4. Australia Used Car Market Overview |
| 4.1 Australia Macro Economic Indicators |
| 4.2 Australia Used Car Market Volume (2022-2042F) |
| 4.3 Australia Used Car Market Industry Life Cycle |
| 4.4 Australia Used Car Market Porter Five Forces |
| 5. Australia Used Car Market Dynamics |
| 5.1 Impact Analysis |
| 5.2 Market Drivers |
| 5.3 Market Restraints |
| 6. Australia Used Car Market Trends & Evolution |
| 7. Australia Used Car Market Overview, By Vehicle Type |
| 7.1 Australia Used Car Market Volume Share, By Vehicle Type (2022-2032F) |
| 7.1.1 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Passenger (2022-2032F) |
| 7.1.2 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By SUV (2022-2032F) |
| 7.1.3 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By LCV - Utes (2022-2032F) |
| 7.1.4 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By LCV - Vans & Buses (2022-2032F) |
| 8. Australia Used Car Market Overview, By Vendor |
| 8.1 Australia Used Car Market Volume Share, By Vendor (2022-2032F) |
| 8.1.1 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Private (2022-2032F) |
| 8.1.2 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Dealer (2022-2032F) |
| 9. Australia Used Car Market Overview, By Fuel Type |
| 9.1 Australia Used Car Market Volume Share, By Fuel Type (2022-2032F) |
| 9.1.1 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Petrol (2022-2032F) |
| 9.1.2 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Diesel (2022-2032F) |
| 9.1.3 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Hybrid (2022-2032F) |
| 9.1.4 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By EVs (2022-2032F) |
| 9.1.5 Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Others (LPG and PHEVs) (2022-2032F) |
| 10. Australia Used Car Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 11. Australia Used Car Market Opportunity Assessment |
| 11.1 Australia Used Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vehicle Type (2032F) |
| 11.2 Australia Used Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vendor (2032F) |
| 11.3 Australia Used Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fuel Type (2032F) |
| 12. Australia Used Car Market Competitive Benchmarking |
| 12.1 Australia Used Car Market Volume Rankings (2024), By Top 3 Companies |
| 12.2 Australia Used Car Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters |
| 13. Company Profiles |
| 13.1 Eagers Automotive Limited |
| 13.2 Car City |
| 13.3 Dutton One |
| 13.4 Westside Auto |
| 13.5 Peter Warren Automotive |
| 13.6 Scotts Motor Group |
| 13.7 Australian Automotive Group |
| 13.8 Jefferson Automotive Group |
| 14. Key Strategic Recommendations |
| 15. Disclaimer |
| List of Figures |
| 1. Global Used Car Market Volume, 2022-2032F (Thousand Units) |
| 2. Australia Used Car Market Volume, 2022-2032F (Units) |
| 3. Australia Total Electric Vehicle Sales, 2021-2025 (Units) |
| 4. Australia Secondhand BEV Vehicles Sales vs Supply, H1 2024-H1 2025 (Units) |
| 5. Australia GDP Per Capita, 2021-2030F (In $) |
| 6. Australia Used Car Market Volume Share, By Vehicle Type, 2025 & 2032F |
| 7. Australia Used Car Market Volume Share, By Vendor, 2025 & 2032F |
| 8. Australia Used Car Market Volume Share, By Fuel Type, 2025 & 2032F |
| 9. Australia Top 5 Sold Used Vehicles, 2024 (Units) |
| 10. Number of International Visitors in Australia, Jan 2021-Jan 2025, (In Thousands) |
| 11. Australia Used Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vehicle Type, 2032F |
| 12. Australia Used Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vendor, 2032F |
| 13. Australia Used Car Market Opportunity Assessment, By Fuel Type, 2032F |
| 14. Australia Used Car Market Volume Ranking, By Companies, 2024 |
| List of tables |
| 1. Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Vehicle Type, 2022-2032F (Units) |
| 2. Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Vendor, 2022-2032F (Units) |
| 3. Australia Used Car Market Volume, By Fuel Type, 2022-2032F (Units) |
| 4. Australia Motor vehicle registrations by state and territory, 2021 |
| 5. Highest number of International Visitors at Australia Airports In October 2025 (In Thousand) |
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