The Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA), in partnership with AutoGrab, has released the October 2025 Automotive Insights Report (AIR). The report provides a national snapshot of used car sales and listings, with 206,503 vehicles sold during the month, up 2.8 per cent on September.
AADA CEO James Voortman said hybrid sales continue to climb as Australians seek vehicles that meet their lifestyle needs while reducing their environmental impact.
“Used hybrid sales have more than doubled in the last two years, rising from 6,868 in October 2023 to 14,784 vehicles this month,” Mr Voortman said.
“Consumers are clearly looking for practical options that deliver lower running costs and emissions without compromising on convenience. Hybrid vehicles are offering that middle ground with a proven technology that suits everyday driving and reflects growing environmental awareness.”
Hybrid listings also increased strongly, up 21.1 per cent month-on-month, highlighting rising supply and consumer confidence in the segment.
While electric vehicle sales also rose modestly (up 7.9 per cent), the hybrid segment showed the sharpest growth, outpacing both petrol and diesel. Overall used car activity remained stable, with total listings easing 3.9 per cent and dealers accounting for 52.4 per cent of all sales.
“We’re seeing a diverse market where buyers are weighing all their options,” Mr Voortman said.
“Australians are purchasing vehicles that best suit their needs, whether that’s a hybrid for daily efficiency, a diesel for towing, or an electric vehicle, but there’s a definite trend toward more sustainable choices,” he said.
Key insights from the October 2025 AIR include:
- Sales rise: National used car sales totalled 206,503, up 2.8 per cent month-on-month.
- Listings ease: Active listings fell 3.9 per cent to 325,018, with reductions across most states.
- Hybrid momentum builds: Used hybrid sales climbed 37.3 per cent month-on-month and are up nearly 50 per cent year-on-year.
- EVs gain traction: Used EV sales rose 7.9 per cent to 3,231 vehicles, continuing steady growth.
- SUVs remain dominant: The segment accounted for over 43 per cent of all used car sales.