56 2nd-hand Utes for sale in Australia

Prices for 2nd hand utes for sale on Cars24 currently run from $18,990 to $54,990, and where a given ute lands in that range comes down to age, kilometres, cab type, engine, drivetrain and grade. Two utes with the same odometer reading can still be priced differently once you factor in the grade. Always check what’s actually included in the listing, since warranty and other extras aren’t standard across every vehicle.

Service history and a current PPSR search first. After that, work through the tyres, brakes, tray or tub, towbar wiring and underbody yourself. Uneven tyre wear, a damaged towbar or scrapes underneath are usually signs the vehicle has worked hard. One more thing if you’re comparing used utes for sale: confirm the payload and towing limits before you commit to anything.

If most of your driving happens on sealed roads, a 4x2 will cover you fine. Farms, mud, sand or steep tracks change that equation, and that’s where a 4x4 earns its keep. That said, the drivetrain badge only tells part of the story. Tyres, ground clearance and how the four-wheel-drive system is set up all shape what the ute can actually handle.

Often, yes, though it’s worth sitting in the back seat before deciding. Legroom, seat angle and how easy the child seat goes in all shift from one model to the next. Check for ISOFIX and top-tether points while you’re at it, and look up the ANCAP rating for the specific year and variant you’re considering, because safety equipment isn’t locked in across every cab style or grade.

That number on the spec sheet is really just a starting figure. Two limits actually govern what’s legal: the loaded ute has to sit under its GVM, and the ute plus trailer together has to sit under the GCM. Passengers, cargo, accessories, even the weight on the tow ball, all chip away at that headroom. Go by the figures for the exact variant rather than the model in general.

You can, just not new. A Holden ute for sale these days means either a Commodore-based Ute or a Colorado, so it helps to know which one you’re actually after. What matters more than trim level now is age, condition and how well the service history holds up. Holden also still runs certified service outlets and parts support around Australia, if that’s a concern.

There are a few, even if the hybrid ute lineup in Australia is still smaller than diesel.The BYD Shark 6 and the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV are both part of what’s on offer in Australia’s hybrid ute space right now. Ford’s Ranger PHEV is also on the list for 2026. The HiLux V-Active is a bit of an outlier here, since Toyota’s version uses 48-volt assistance rather than a proper plug-in hybrid setup.

Cars24 Select is the option Cars24 itself stands behind. Eligible utes go through a 300-point inspection, and depending on the listing, that can come with a Car Condition Report, warranty, roadside assistance and a 30-Day Return Guarantee*. Verified dealer utes work differently, since each one follows that particular ute dealership’s own terms, meaning the inclusions shift from listing to listing.

There isn’t one ute that suits everyone. The Ford Ranger balances family comfort, towing ability and everyday driving well. The Toyota HiLux has a long track record as a work ute, while the Mitsubishi Triton often gives buyers a dual-cab or 4x4 at a lower price. Check the payload, towing limit and service history of the exact variant before buying.

A well-maintained diesel ute can keep going beyond 200,000 km, while a lower-kilometre ute may have problems if it has missed services or done a lot of heavy towing. Check the service history, engine, gearbox, suspension and underbody instead of judging the ute by kilometres alone.