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Cars24 has 60 used Kia vehicles for sale in Melbourne, running from the city-friendly Picanto hatch to the seven-seat Sorento and people-mover Carnival, with prices starting at $13,290. All Cars24 Select Kia used cars undergo a 300-point inspection and come with a 3-month warranty and a 30-day return guarantee*. Kia has moved decisively upmarket over the past decade. Buyers should still purchase from a trustworthy dealer, since spec, safety tech and drivetrain can vary significantly within the same model name.
As per Cars24 internal sales data, Kia is among the leading mainstream brands purchased by Australian used car buyers. Kia Sportage is the most popular model, followed by Kia Cerato, Kia Seltos, Kia Sorento and Kia Picanto. We have observed a steady rise in Kia used car sales in the past year, largely driven by buyers trading up from older Japanese and Korean hatches into newer, better-equipped Kia SUVs. Every Cars24 Select car also comes with a PPSR check, RWC, Rego transfer and a detailed car condition report.
Kia is one of the fastest-improving mainstream carmakers on the market today. Known for its long factory warranty, sharp European-influenced design and generous standard safety equipment, Kia builds cars that focus on value, comfort and everyday practicality. For Kia’s Melbourne buyers, the appeal usually comes down to three things, listed below. Cars24 user feedback shows that used Kia vehicles in Melbourne are popular for a few specific reasons:
Long warranty coverage: Kia's 7-year factory warranty is one of the longest in the industry, and a well-kept used Kia can still carry several years of that coverage. This warranty runway gives second-hand buyers a level of confidence that's hard to find elsewhere in the mainstream segment, and it's a big driver behind demand for used Kia vehicles in Melbourne.
Local ride and handling tuning: Kia Australia runs its own local suspension tuning programme, adapting the ride and handling of models like the Cerato and Sportage specifically for Australian roads. This makes for a more settled, comfortable drive over Melbourne's mix of potholed inner-city streets and rougher outer-suburb roads, which used car buyers consistently rate highly.
High demand for compact and mid-size SUVs: Another reason behind the popularity of second-hand Kia cars in Melbourne is the ongoing shift toward SUVs. Models like the used Kia Sportage and Seltos depreciate quickly in their first few years, letting second-hand buyers pick up a well-equipped, family-friendly SUV for a fraction of its original price, which keeps used Kia SUV stock moving fast.
Depending on your use, every second-hand Kia in Melbourne has a specific USP. We have segregated the various types of used Kia vehicles as per your requirement:
Used Kia SUV: For those who prefer space and versatility. Models like the used Kia Sorento offer three-row practicality for large families, while models like the used Kia Seltos offer a compact footprint but strong everyday driving dynamics for small families or individuals.
Used Kia sedan and hatch cars: For those who prefer efficiency and low running costs over anything. Models like the used Kia Cerato offer a spacious cabin and comfortable ride for individuals or small families, while the used Kia Picanto offers a genuinely city-friendly footprint and low fuel bills.
Used Kia people mover: For larger families or those needing maximum seating. The used Kia Carnival offers minivan-level space and flexibility, with sliding doors that make loading kids and gear easy in tight Melbourne car parks.
As per Cars24 data, almost every Kia we've sold in Melbourne runs a naturally aspirated or turbocharged GDi petrol engine, with a CRDi turbo-diesel available on higher-spec Sportage and Sorento variants.
All-wheel drive is available on higher grades of Sportage, Sorento and Seltos, while entry and mid-spec variants across most of the range run front-wheel drive. Roughly eight in ten of our Melbourne Kia listings are petrol, with diesel concentrated in Sportage and Sorento variants aimed at towing or long-distance driving.
Most of them are automatic, whether that's a conventional torque converter or Kia's 8-speed unit on larger SUVs; manuals are rare in Melbourne's used Kia market and mostly limited to older Cerato and Rio stock.
When it comes to body type, SUVs and small hatches lead the way. Cars24 is different from traditional dealerships in Melbourne because the complete process can be completed online, from browsing to delivery. At Cars24, everything is listed clearly, not buried in minute text or an unattended yard.
The Sportage is Melbourne Kia buyers' top pick and our best-selling model, followed by the Cerato. Across the full range, used Kia vehicles for sale in Melbourne run from $13,290 to $57,390. Year, kilometres, engine and AWD versus FWD all move the price more than the trim badge does.
Model | Body type | Fuel type | Best suited for |
Medium SUV | Petrol or hybrid | Growing families | |
Hatchback or sedan | Petrol | Daily commuting | |
Large SUV | Petrol, diesel or hybrid | Large households | |
People mover (MPV) | Petrol or diesel | Large families and business transport | |
Small SUV | Petrol | First-time buyers and city driving |
Used Kia Sorento cars in Australia | 13 | $16,390 - $51,990 |
Used Kia Sportage cars in Australia | 12 | $18,090 - $34,990 |
Used Kia Cerato cars in Australia | 11 | $13,290 - $26,490 |
If you need the Kia to look at why it fits A city runabout that's easy to park, Picanto or Rio Compact footprint from $13,290, FWD keeps running costs down, at home in the CBD or tight inner-suburb streets. A school-run or inner-suburb family SUV Sportage.
Most popular used Kia we stock, AWD available on higher grades, comfortable through Camberwell, Kew or Brighton. A daily that doubles as a weekend tourer, Seltos AWD available, sits between Picanto/Rio and Sportage on price, suited to a Yarra Valley or Mornington Peninsula weekend.
A sedan with space and a long warranty runway, Cerato Roomy cabin, low running costs, and still carrying years of Kia's 7-year factory warranty. For a big family or a boat-and-trailer weekend, go for the Sorento.
The most practical 7-seater in our Melbourne Kia range, diesel variants have the torque for towing Maximum people and gear for large families. Carnival Sliding doors and van-like space, the easiest Kia in the range to load in tight Melbourne car parks. An entry point into Kia ownership, Picanto, the lowest starting price in our Melbourne range.
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Kia primarily sells two different types of engines across its mainstream range: GDi and CRDi. The former is a direct-injection petrol engine, while the latter is a turbo-diesel engine, often paired with all-wheel drive on larger models.
GDi engine: Kia's Gasoline Direct Injection (GDi) engines are tuned for smooth, responsive everyday driving with reasonable fuel economy. These engines suit buyers who mostly do city and suburban driving. Turbocharged GDi variants, found on higher grades of Sportage and Seltos, add extra punch for overtaking and highway merging.
Some of the best used Kia GDi cars in Melbourne are: second-hand Kia Cerato petrol, Kia Seltos petrol, Kia Picanto petrol.
CRDi engine: Kia's Common Rail Direct injection (CRDi) diesel engines are built for frugal highway cruising and stronger low-end torque, making them well-suited to towing or longer country trips. The downside is that these typically cost a little more to service than the equivalent petrol variant.
Some of the top second-hand Kia CRDi cars among Kia Melbourne Australia buyers are: Kia Sportage diesel, Kia Sorento diesel, and Kia Carnival diesel.
Every Cars24 Select used Kia car comes with:
30-Day Return Guarantee*
300-point inspection
Car condition report RWC and PPSR
3-Month roadside assistance
Rego and transfer service
Referral benefits worth $1000+
Home delivery service
Unlike a typical Kia dealership in Melbourne, Cars24 lets you complete the entire purchase from your phone.
Step 1: Browse and shortlist from our used Kia range. All Cars24 Select cars come with PPSR, 3 month warranty, roadside assistance, a 30-day return guarantee*, and a car condition report.
Step 2: Apply for a pre-approval loan online and check the repayment plan without affecting your credit score.
Step 3: Test drive or reserve. Book your favourite car's test drive and, if selected, we will manage the transfer and roadworthy certificate.
Step 4: Home delivery or Hub pickup. We can deliver your car to your home, or you can come to the hub to pick it up.
GDi petrol suits short, stop-start city driving and generally costs less to service. CRDi diesel suits longer freeway commutes or towing, where the extra torque and highway economy pay off.
The Kia Sportage and Cerato are among the most popular used Kia models in Melbourne, followed by Seltos, Sorento and Picanto. They offer a mix of everyday comfort, practicality and long warranty coverage for city and highway driving.
Yes, every Cars24 used Kia goes through a 300-point inspection covering the engine, transmission, suspension, electronics and body, with a condition report and PPSR history check included.
Yes, you can apply for pre-approval online in about two minutes, with no impact on your credit score. Approval is subject to individual circumstances, and lender terms apply.
If you regularly drive in wet conditions or take weekend trips outside the city, a Kia with AWD, such as a higher-grade Sportage or Seltos, offers added grip. For everyday urban commuting, front-wheel drive models like the Picanto, Rio and most Cerato variants are a practical, lower-cost choice.
Because Kia backs its cars with a 7-year factory warranty, a used Kia bought a few years into its life can still carry a meaningful chunk of that cover, which adds real resale and peace-of-mind value compared with brands offering shorter warranty terms. It's worth checking the exact warranty start date and any conditions, such as servicing history, before you buy.
GT-Line trims typically add sportier styling, larger alloy wheels and extra convenience features over standard trims, without necessarily changing the engine or drivetrain underneath. On Cars24's Melbourne stock, GT-Line badging tends to command a modest price premium, so it's worth weighing whether the extra kit matters more to you than a lower-kilometre standard-trim equivalent.
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