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Cars24 currently has 1027 automatic cars for sale in Australia, priced from $7,890 to $79,990. An automatic changes gears for you and removes clutch-pedal work, which brings ease to everyday driving, making it the new normal among used automatic drivers.
The “Automatic” label does not describe just one design, but it is more than that. A conventional automatic uses set gears, a CVT varies its ratio, and a dual-clutch uses two clutches. Electric cars may use a single-speed drivetrain instead, so confirm the exact transmission on each listing.
Cars24 witnessed the Toyota Corolla leading buyer’s choice last year, followed by the Mazda CX-5, Toyota Camry, Nissan X-Trail and Toyota RAV4. With three SUVs among the five leaders, the results provide buyers two starting points: passenger cars for everyday driving or SUVs for family space.
Use those models as reference points, not a ready-made shortlist. The individual listing confirms the exact variant and shows whether the car is Cars24 Select or offered by a verified dealer.
Our sales data from last year brought in a lot of perspective from the buyer's side when it came to choosing their used automatic cars for sale. Here’s what Australians chose. Price ranges come from current automatic stock, but confirm Automatic on the individual listing.
Model | Current price range | Buyer note |
$16,790 - $38,490 | Easy to manage in traffic and tight parking. The hatch has a wider luggage opening, while the sedan keeps bags in a separate boot. Confirm petrol or hybrid. | |
$14,590 - $43,690 | Its six-speed automatic shifts through fixed gears rather than using a CVT. It has five seats, so compare 2WD and AWD around your regular driving. | |
$14,390 - $38,890 | Offers more rear-seat and boot room than a Corolla. Petrol and hybrid versions use different automatic systems, so compare fuel use and price together. | |
$15,190 - $34,990 | Consider it when you may need seven seats. Most petrol versions use a CVT, while e-Power models drive through electric motors. Check the exact variant. | |
$16,590 - $54,990 | A five-seat SUV for buyers who do not need the X-Trail’s third row. Compare petrol with hybrid, then decide if your trips call for AWD. |
Filter automatic cars for sale by price, kilometres, year, make, model, body type, fuel and seller. Cars24 puts Cars24 Select and verified dealer listings in one search, so you can build a shortlist without jumping between sites.
Open each ad before going further. One model range may use a conventional automatic, CVT or dual-clutch gearbox. The individual listing tells you which one is fitted.
Eligible Cars24 Select cars can include a 300-point inspection, Car Condition Report and RWC and PPSR information. Depending on current terms, they may also include rego-transfer support, a three-month warranty, three months of roadside assistance, home delivery and a 30-Day Return Guarantee*.
Verified dealer cars widen the choice but follow the dealer’s conditions. Inspection, warranty, test-drive, delivery and return terms can differ. Check the seller label before paying a deposit or starting finance.
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An automatic removes clutch work and repeated shifting in traffic. A manual gives you direct gear control, but asks for more effort. Conventional automatics, CVTs and dual-clutch gearboxes feel different. Electric cars typically use a single-speed drive, rather than a conventional automatic transmission. The table below compares daily driving, running costs and ownership between manual and automatic cars for sale.
Buyer question | Automatic | Manual |
Stop-start traffic | No clutch work and no repeated gear changes in slow traffic. This is why most buyers looking for automatic cars for sale pick one for city driving. | You use the clutch and change gears every time traffic slows down. |
Gear control | The car picks the gear for you. Some automatic cars let you hold a gear yourself using paddles or the gear selector. | You pick every gear and control the clutch yourself. |
Fuel use | Modern automatics often use as little fuel as a manual, sometimes less, thanks to more gears and smarter shifting. Always check the fuel figure on the exact car, not just the transmission type. | A manual isn't always the cheaper option to run. Compare the fuel figure for that exact engine and variant. |
Servicing and wear | Check the service history and fluid changes on any used automatic. Repair costs depend on the gearbox type and what's gone wrong. | Check the same service history, plus how the clutch feels. Low kilometres alone don't tell you much. |
Used-car availability | Cars24 has more used automatic cars in stock than manuals, including automatic SUVs for sale. This is based on Cars24 sales data, not the whole Australian market. | Manuals show up less often in the same data. Check what's live in stock before you decide. |
Learning and licence | Some Australian licences carry an automatic-only condition. If yours does, you can't legally drive a manual. Check your state's rules. | Testing in a manual usually avoids this condition. Confirm the rule with your state's licensing authority. |
A low weekly repayment can be tempting, but it does not show what the loan will cost overall. Eligible buyers can apply through Cars24 Finance, with access to over 30 lenders and support from a dedicated finance team. Pre-approval can help set your budget, subject to lender approval and terms.
While comparing automatic cars for sale, look at the deposit, rate, fees, loan term, balloon payment and total amount repaid. Keep some room for rego, insurance, tyres and servicing as well. A used automatic is easier in traffic, but gearbox repairs can be costly when maintenance has been missed. Whether you are considering small automatic cars or an automatic SUV for sale, check the service history before deciding how much to borrow.
Work out your full budget before you start looking. Rego, insurance, servicing, tyres, fuel or charging, it all adds up fast, so don’t just go on the sticker price.
Filter by body type, make, model, fuel, year, kilometres and price. Looking for an automatic SUV for sale? Check boot space and drivetrain too, not just the transmission.
Click into the actual ad, not just the model page. Confirm the exact gearbox, engine and fuel type on that specific car.
Read the service history first. Then start the car cold, before the engine’s warmed up, and check for warning lights, leaks, and how it shifts at low speed. Pull up the car history and PPSR details and sort the roadworthy paperwork while you’re at it. This used-car check guide covers everything else worth checking on a used automatic.
Before you hand over any money, compare seller terms, finance options and what ownership will really cost you. Cars24 Select support isn’t the same thing as standard dealer warranty terms, so know exactly what you’re signing up for.
“Automatic” covers several designs, it may have fixed gears and a torque converter, a CVT that varies its ratio or a dual-clutch unit. Most electric cars use a single-speed drive instead. The individual listing should settle the classification for your understanding.
For most drivers, yes. No clutch pedal means less left-leg work in a queue, and the car handles each ratio change. Parking feel still varies because some dual-clutch automatic cars can feel busier at a crawl than a conventional auto.
That old rule no longer holds. Depending on the model, modern automatic cars may use more or less fuel than the manual version. Compare the exact engine and official figure, then allow for tyres, traffic, load and your right foot.
Ask the seller not to warm the car before you arrive and start from cold, select Drive and Reverse, then try a gentle take-off. Long delays, repeated shuddering, hard clunks or a warning light deserve a closer look. Do not forget to check the logbook too.
There is no useful blanket verdict here because for 2nd hand automatic cars, a complete service history is worth more than a reputation picked up online. Read the owner’s manual for fluid requirements. If the gearbox misbehaves, factor in the repair before buying.
Check your licence card before assuming. Automatic cars are allowed under an automatic-only condition; manuals are not. For example: NSW calls this condition A while other states and territories set their own rules for removing restrictions.
Cars24’s current automatic cars for sale range from $7,890 to $79,990. That spread covers very different ages, kilometres, engines and sellers. An automatic SUV for sale should be compared with similar SUVs, not a small hatch at the other end of the range.
Seller support differs across second hand automatic cars. Cars24 Select is sold by Cars24, and eligible cars includes an inspection, Car Condition Report, warranty and a 30-Day Return Guarantee*, under current terms. Verified dealer cars use dealer terms for inspection, test drives, warranty, delivery and returns.
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