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Current Cars24 stock is priced from $16,990 to $64,290. Each used electric car for sale is powered only by a rechargeable battery and charged through a plug. The category covers mainstream hatchbacks, small SUVs, BMW electric cars in the premium market.
Before finalising your used EV for sale, picture the journeys you make in a normal week. A car used for 40 kilometres a day raises a different charging question from one driven between cities each month. Note where you could charge at home, work or nearby, then check the cost and time for each option. Without home charging, you need a public or workplace plan that still works when a charger is busy. Apartment residents may have to ask the strata or building manager before electrical work begins.
For buyers comparing used EV for sale, the regular long route can tell you more than the average weekday drive. The Tesla Model 3 led buyers’ choice, followed by the MG ZS EV, MG4, Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Kona Electric. Current listings may come from Cars24 Select or a verified dealer.
The table below reflects the most popular used electric cars among Australian buyers on Cars24. Current stock and prices may change as vehicles are sold and new listings are added.
Model | Current inventory | Current price range |
24 | $36,290 - $53,190 | |
19 | $29,490 - $47,990 | |
9 | $29,190 - $38,390 | |
8 | $22,690 - $31,690 | |
Hyundai Kona Electric | 4 | $16,990 - $23,990 |
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The used electric cars for sale most often chosen on Cars24 gave buyers three quite different shapes: a sedan, a hatch and an SUV.
Model | What may have appealed to buyers | What to check before buying |
A low, sleek electric sedan with a rear boot and storage under the bonnet. Buyers could choose Rear-Wheel Drive, Long Range or Performance versions to favour price, range or speed. | Check the exact version, build year, battery condition, wheel size, tyre costs and insurance quote. | |
This MG electric car placed electric power in the familiar shape of a small SUV. Its raised seating position and rear hatch is well-suited for buyers carrying shopping, school bags or a pram. | Battery size, range and charging ability differ between earlier and later versions. Check which one is listed. | |
A smaller hatch for buyers who do not need SUV height. Its compact body helps with parking, while the cabin and hatch still provide useful everyday space. | Compare the battery, range and equipment. The regular MG4 and the much quicker XPower are very different cars. | |
More rear-seat and luggage room than the Model 3 might attract families or buyers carrying bulky gear. Its higher body also gives easier access to the cabin and boot. | Measure the boot and parking space for yourself. Also compare the version, wheels, tyres, range and insurance costs. | |
Hyundai Kona Electric | This smaller electric SUV offers a raised seating position without taking up as much room as a Model Y. It may appeal to buyers who drive mainly around town but still want SUV-style access. | Anyone considering a Hyundai electric car should check its year and version carefully. Battery size, range, charging and cabin space changed across generations. |
Go through each of these checks before you commit to a used EV.
Battery condition and warranty: Ask for a manufacturer's diagnostic or battery-health report where one is available. The dashboard's range estimate won't tell you much on its own, so get the VIN, the original delivery date and the warranty limits and transfer rules confirmed properly.
Charging port and cables: Match the cable to the car and to your home or public charging setup. Some support both AC and DC charging, and the difference matters. AC tends to be the slower option, DC the faster one. Have a look at the port itself and, if you can, test a charge before you buy.
Real driving range: Manufacturer figures rarely survive contact with speed, weather, hills, a full boot or the aircon running. Stick to numbers for the exact year and version sold in Australia, not a global spec sheet.
Service history and software: Recalls, warning lights, software updates, all of it should show up in the service records. Our used-EV buying guide walks through what to look for.
Tyres, brakes and underbody: Tyres, brakes, suspension, the 12-volt battery and whatever's visible of the battery pack underneath all deserve a look. Anything high-voltage needs a qualified technician, not a driveway inspection. These used-electric-car warning signs are worth reading first.
When browsing used electric cars for sale, start with the seller's details on each listing. An eligible Cars24 Select vehicle includes Edge benefits, including a 300-Point Inspection, Car Condition Report, RWC, PPSR check, rego transfer service and a 30-Day Return Guarantee*. The return guarantee has conditions like the car must stay within the 1,000-kilometre limit and meet the vehicle-condition rules.
A verified dealer listing follows the named dealer’s terms for inspections, test drives, delivery, warranty and returns. Select benefits do not carry over to these cars. Whichever used EV for sale interests you, ask separately for evidence of battery health and any remaining battery warranty. A general vehicle inspection does not confirm battery capacity, future range or charging speed.
Eligible buyers can apply through Cars24 Finance, which currently connects you with 30+ lenders, though every application still goes through the lender's own approval process.
When you're comparing offers, don't just stop at the weekly repayment. Check the interest rate, deposit, fees, how long the loan runs and what you'll pay back by the end. A smaller weekly amount often just means a longer loan, which tends to cost more overall.
The car's price isn't the whole bill either. Insurance, rego, a home charger and the electrical work that goes with it, plus whatever you spend charging in public, all add up on top. And none of the numbers are locked in until the lender finishes assessing your application.
How to buy a used electric car on Cars24
Work out your budget first around insurance, rego, charging and any electrical work you might need.
Screen the current stock by sorting price, model, year and kilometres.
Compare the battery, driving range, charging options, condition and seller for each car you're assessing.
Read through the history, warranty and return details and book a test drive or inspection.
Confirm the finance, payment and delivery or collection terms for that specific car rather than assuming the same process applies to every listing.
No. An electric car runs entirely on battery power and must be plugged in to charge. A hybrid still has a petrol engine, while a plug-in hybrid can run on petrol or electricity. The bZ4X is a Toyota electric car. The Corolla Hybrid and RAV4 Hybrid belong under hybrids, not electric cars.
Start with the type of car you need. The Tesla Model 3 is a sedan, the MG4 a hatch and the ZS EV and Kona Electric are small SUVs. A Model Y gives families more room, while a BMW electric car may suit buyers after a more premium cabin. Battery size and equipment can vary between versions.
A battery report should show how much usable capacity remains compared with when the car was new. That figure is often called its state of health. If no report is available, ask whether the manufacturer can test it. Warning lights, charging faults or a sudden drop in range also deserve a closer look.
Use your longest regular drive as the guide, then leave some room for detours and slower charging stops. Motorway driving, hills, heavy loads and hot or cold weather can reduce range. Two used electric cars with the same badge may also have different batteries, so confirm the year and version before relying on the advertised figure.
Yes, provided your home has a safe and suitable electrical setup. Charging from a household outlet is slow, while a dedicated wall charger can be much quicker. Have a licensed electrician assess the property first. If you live in an apartment, speak with the strata committee or building manager before planning any installation.
No. Older second-hand electric cars may use a different plug from newer models, and charging speeds vary widely. Before buying, check the car’s AC and DC connections, the cable supplied and the chargers along routes you use. Even a very fast charger cannot deliver more power than the car is built to accept.
Charging at home can cost less than buying petrol, but that is not the whole bill. Insurance, tyres, public charging and repairs differ by model. An MG electric car and a Hyundai electric car, for example, may have very different premiums and tyre prices. EVs still need scheduled servicing, even without regular oil changes.
Possibly, but the warranty does not begin again when the car changes owners. It normally runs from the original delivery date and ends after a set time or number of kilometres. For any used EV for sale, confirm the VIN, transfer rules, servicing conditions and battery-capacity limit directly with the manufacturer.
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