Germany Used Car Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Germany Used Car Market Report is Segmented by Vehicle Type (Hatchbacks, Sedans, and More), Vendor Type (Organized and Unorganized), Fuel Type (Petrol and More), Vehicle Age (0 To 2 Years and More), Price Segment (Below USD 5, 000 and More), Sales Channel (Online and Offline), and Ownership (First-Owner Resale and Multi-Owner). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) and Volume (Units).

Germany Used Car Market Size and Share

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Germany Used Car Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence

The German used car market is valued at USD 86.63 billion in 2025 and is set to expand to USD 148.36 billion by 2030, registering an 11.36% CAGR. Robust demand stems from tight new-car supply, an aging national vehicle fleet, and the rapid uptake of online transaction platforms that reduce friction in vehicle sourcing and sales. Policy drivers such as the European Union Battery Regulation, broader low-emission-zone roll-outs, and OEM-backed certified-pre-owned (CPO) programs are reshaping consumer confidence and shortening replacement cycles. Electric-vehicle (EV) resale activity is accelerating as battery-health transparency improves, while petrol models continue to dominate volumes. Regionally, the southern manufacturing hubs of Baden-Württemberg and Bayern benefit from better vehicle maintenance records, supporting premium residual values. Competitive intensity remains fragmented, leaving room for consolidation as larger digital players leverage scale and data analytics to outpace smaller dealers.

Key Report Takeaways

  • By vehicle type, hatchbacks led with 24.27% of the German used car market share in 2024, whereas SUVs are projected to post the fastest 14.83% CAGR through 2030.
  • By vendor type, organized dealers captured 63.14% revenue share of the German used car market size in 2024; the channel is expanding at a 12.42% CAGR to 2030.
  • By fuel type, petrol vehicles held 61.68% share of the German used car market size in 2024, while battery-electric vehicles are forecast to climb at a 22.61% CAGR.
  • By vehicle age, the 9-12 year bracket accounted for 34.17% of the German used car market share in 2024, but the 0-2 year segment is set to grow at 14.91% CAGR.
  • By price segment, the USD 5,000-9,999 range represented 41.12% of the German used car market size in 2024, whereas units priced above USD 30,000 will expand at 16.54% CAGR.
  • By sales channel, offline transactions retained 77.83% share in 2024; online channels will register a 15.24% CAGR to 2030.
  • By ownership, multi-owner vehicles held 66.28% of German used car market share in 2024, yet first-owner resales will progress at 13.43% CAGR.

Segment Analysis

By Vehicle Type: SUVs Drive Premium Segment Growth

Hatchbacks currently lead volume at 24.27% share due to their maneuverability in dense urban areas. SUVs are projected to record a 14.83% CAGR, well ahead of any other body style. Sedans face a gradual decline as crossovers satisfy the same comfort demands with greater practicality. Multi-purpose vehicles hold niche family appeal, while convertibles and sports cars sustain collector interest rather than mass-market traction.

Affluent southern states exhibit the highest SUV penetration, supported by disposable income levels and suburban driving patterns. Conversely, compact segments remain dominant in northern coastal regions where narrow streets and tighter parking favor smaller footprints. The differential offers dealers geographical arbitrage opportunities.

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By Vendor Type: Organized Channels Consolidate Market Share

Organized players commanded 63.14% of the German used car market size in 2024 and are growing at 12.42% CAGR. Consumers increasingly seek warranty coverage, financing, and reliable after-sales service, advantages that structured dealerships deliver. Unorganized sellers still attract bargain hunters but lose ground as transaction complexity rises.

Metropolitan centers witness faster consolidation; rising real-estate costs push independent lots to partner with larger networks or exit. Digital platforms amplify reach, allowing organized vendors to source nationally while offering localized service, accelerating their market capture.

By Fuel Type: Electric Vehicles Accelerate Despite Petrol Dominance

Petrol models retained 61.68% share in 2024. However, BEVs will expand at a striking 22.61% CAGR, aided by clear battery-health standards and expanding fast-charging grids. Diesel faces structural decline owing to low-emission-zone policies, though it remains valuable in logistics-heavy rural districts. Hybrid vehicles serve a transitional segment, providing range confidence while meeting emerging emissions expectations.

Southern states, benefitting from OEM incentives and dense charger networks, are early adopters of used BEVs. Eastern regions lag yet present upside potential as infrastructure gaps close.

By Vehicle Age: Nearly-New Segments Capture Premium Pricing

Vehicles aged 9-12 years form the largest slice at 34.17%, where maintenance costs nudge owners to sell. Units older than 12 years will gradually lose relevance as safety and emissions rules tighten.

The 0-2 year cohort is forecast to grow 14.91% annually, fueled by subscription fleets and corporate lease returns. Newer inventory achieves faster turnover through organized channels that can certify condition and bundle finance. Older segments will continue to attract budget buyers but face regulatory headwinds.

By Price Segment: Market Bifurcates Toward Value and Luxury

Vehicles priced USD 5,000-9,999 held 41.12% share in 2024, satisfying mainstream affordability. Above USD 30,000, demand expands at 16.54% CAGR as wealthy buyers shift from delayed new-car orders to nearly-new luxury stock. The mid-tier (USD 10,000-29,999) experiences compression, squeezed by budget constraints at one end and aspirational upgrades at the other.

Regional income disparities amplify this polarization. Dealers catering to premium clientele in München or Stuttgart capture larger margins, while rural operators focus on value tiers.

Germany Used Cars  USD 5,000 – USD 9,999 Market Share by Price Segment
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By Sales Channel: Digital Integration Accelerates Omnichannel Evolution

Offline sites still contribute 77.83% of transactions, underlining the need for tactile vehicle assessment. Online channels, scaling at 15.24% CAGR, increasingly serve discovery, financing pre-approval, and paperwork. Dealers pursuing omnichannel strategies, blending virtual showrooms with physical handover, gain retention advantages.

Urban digital-savvy consumers spearhead online adoption, while rural buyers continue to prioritize long-standing relationships with local dealers.

By Ownership: First-Owner Resales Accelerate Through Subscription Models

Multi-owner vehicles held 66.28% of the German used car market share in 2024, whereas first-owner vehicles will grow at 13.43% CAGR. Subscription operators inject well-documented stock into the pipeline, allowing dealers to market virtually new cars with lower reconditioning costs. Multi-owner vehicles remain prevalent at 66.28% share but lose momentum as warranty-backed first-owner inventory expands.

Affluent buyers gravitate toward single-owner histories, driving higher prices and faster turnover within organized channels.

Geography Analysis

Southern states dominate both volume and value. Baden-Württemberg’s 19.4% defect rate, below the national average, permits premium listing prices, while Bayern’s even lower 17.7% defect score supports luxury vehicle demand[3]"Regular servicing makes all the difference", TÜV SÜD, tuvsud.com. Proximity to major OEM plants ensures a steady flow of lease returns, aligning with consumer appetite for late-model cars.

Nordrhein-Westfalen, the most populous state, offers scale yet suffers from higher vehicle wear due to urban congestion. Niedersachsen leverages EUR 1.8 million in state support for electric-mobility supply-chain adaptation, accelerating BEV uptake. Eastern regions such as Sachsen, despite improving defect rates, face income constraints that limit penetration of premium segments.

Major cities influence purchasing channels: Berlin and Hamburg lead digital adoption but wrestle with registration backlogs that extend transaction cycles. Stuttgart’s persistent diesel restrictions depress local diesel residuals, whereas surrounding rural zones absorb the displaced stock. Dealers adept at navigating these regulatory nuances optimize sourcing and margin profiles.

Competitive Landscape

The largest platform integrates vehicle acquisition, refurbishment, and direct-to-consumer retailing, achieving robust profitability in 2024. A major online marketplace with 20 million monthly users reinforces its lead through secure-payment partnerships, enhancing transaction trust. A third digital portal broadens services into financing and inspection to defend its position.

Wholesale auction networks scale across multiple European countries, adding liquidity for professional buyers. Technology, particularly data analytics and battery-state reporting, defines competitive edges. Smaller regional dealers must pivot toward specialized services or geographic niches to survive the march of consolidated, tech-rich rivals.

Germany Used Car Industry Leaders

  1. AUTO1 Group SE (AutoHero and wirkaufendeinauto.de)

  2. mobile.de GmbH

  3. AutoScout24 GmbH

  4. CarNext.com

  5. BCA Autoauktionen GmbH

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
CarNext.com, AUTO1.com GmbH, mobile.de, OOYYO Corporation, Cazoo Ltd.
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Recent Industry Developments

  • February 2025: Barcelona-based Dealcar raised EUR 3 million to digitize used-car dealerships and commence entry into Germany.
  • November 2024: Mocean Subscription, part of Hyundai Connected Mobility, launched nationwide access to new and pre-owned Hyundai vehicles for German subscribers.

Table of Contents for Germany Used Car Industry Report

1. Introduction

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Landscape

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Rising average vehicle age boosts replacement demand
    • 4.2.2 Tight supply of new cars elevates used-car prices
    • 4.2.3 Proliferation of online transaction platforms
    • 4.2.4 EU Battery Regulation accelerates BEV remarketing
    • 4.2.5 Subscription models spur demand for nearly-new cars
    • 4.2.6 OEM certified-pre-owned (CPO) programs gain traction
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Diesel demand falls amid urban Low-Emission Zones
    • 4.3.2 High interest rates restrict financing affordability
    • 4.3.3 Digital registration backlogs slow title transfers
    • 4.3.4 Exports siphon affordable stock from domestic market
  • 4.4 Value/Supply-Chain Analysis
  • 4.5 Regulatory Landscape
  • 4.6 Technological Outlook
  • 4.7 Porter's Five Forces
    • 4.7.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.7.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.7.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.7.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 4.7.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. Market Size and Growth Forecasts (Value (USD) and Volume (Units))

  • 5.1 By Vehicle Type
    • 5.1.1 Hatchbacks
    • 5.1.2 Sedans
    • 5.1.3 Sport-Utility Vehicles (SUVs)
    • 5.1.4 Multi-Purpose Vehicles (MPVs)
    • 5.1.5 Others (convertibles, coupes, crossovers, sports cars)
  • 5.2 By Vendor Type
    • 5.2.1 Organised
    • 5.2.2 Unorganized
  • 5.3 By Fuel Type
    • 5.3.1 Petrol
    • 5.3.2 Diesel
    • 5.3.3 Hybrid Vehicles (HEV and PHEV)
    • 5.3.4 Battery-Electric Vehicles (BEV)
    • 5.3.5 Others (LPG, CNG, etc.)
  • 5.4 By Vehicle Age
    • 5.4.1 0 to 2 Years
    • 5.4.2 3 to 5 Years
    • 5.4.3 6 to 8 Years
    • 5.4.4 9 to 12 Years
    • 5.4.5 Above 12 Years
  • 5.5 By Price Segment
    • 5.5.1 Below USD 5,000
    • 5.5.2 USD 5,000 to USD 9,999
    • 5.5.3 USD 10,000 to USD 14,999
    • 5.5.4 USD 15,000 to USD 19,999
    • 5.5.5 USD 20,000 to USD 29,999
    • 5.5.6 USD 30,000 and Above
  • 5.6 By Sales Channel
    • 5.6.1 Online
    • 5.6.2 Offline
  • 5.7 By Ownership
    • 5.7.1 First-owner Resale
    • 5.7.2 Multi-owner

6. Competitive Landscape

  • 6.1 Market Concentration
  • 6.2 Strategic Moves
  • 6.3 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.4 Company Profiles (Includes Global Level Overview, Market Level Overview, Core Segments, Financials as Available, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share, Products and Services, Recent Developments)
    • 6.4.1 AUTO1 Group SE (wirkaufendeinauto.de, AutoHero)
    • 6.4.2 mobile.de GmbH
    • 6.4.3 AutoScout24 GmbH
    • 6.4.4 CarNext.com
    • 6.4.5 BCA Autoauktionen GmbH
    • 6.4.6 heycar GmbH
    • 6.4.7 Driverama Germany GmbH
    • 6.4.8 Cinch Cars Ltd.
    • 6.4.9 Cazoo Ltd.
    • 6.4.10 pkw.de Autobörse GmbH
    • 6.4.11 OOYYO Corporation
    • 6.4.12 12Gebrauchtwagen.de
    • 6.4.13 FairCar GmbH
    • 6.4.14 Autobid.de (AlphAuction GmbH)
    • 6.4.15 Gebrauchtwagen.de AG
    • 6.4.16 Carsale24 GmbH
    • 6.4.17 Cargurus Germany GmbH
    • 6.4.18 Autoscout24 Dealer Financing
    • 6.4.19 Emil Frey Gruppe (Used-Car Superstores)

7. Market Opportunities and Future Outlook

  • 7.1 White-space and Unmet-Need Assessment
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Germany Used Car Market Report Scope

A used vehicle that has earlier been owned is referred to as a used car. Used cars can be acquired from a variety of sources, both online and offline.

Germany Used Car market is segmented by vendor type, fuel type, body type, and sales channel.

By Vendor Type, the market is segmented into Organized and Unorganized. By Fuel Type, the market is segmented into Petrol, Diesel, Electric, and Others. By Body Type, the market is segmented into Hatchback, Sedan, and SUVs and MPVs. By Sales Channel, the market is segmented into Online and Offline. The report covers the market size and forecast in value (USD Billion) for all the above segments.

By Vehicle Type Hatchbacks
Sedans
Sport-Utility Vehicles (SUVs)
Multi-Purpose Vehicles (MPVs)
Others (convertibles, coupes, crossovers, sports cars)
By Vendor Type Organised
Unorganized
By Fuel Type Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid Vehicles (HEV and PHEV)
Battery-Electric Vehicles (BEV)
Others (LPG, CNG, etc.)
By Vehicle Age 0 to 2 Years
3 to 5 Years
6 to 8 Years
9 to 12 Years
Above 12 Years
By Price Segment Below USD 5,000
USD 5,000 to USD 9,999
USD 10,000 to USD 14,999
USD 15,000 to USD 19,999
USD 20,000 to USD 29,999
USD 30,000 and Above
By Sales Channel Online
Offline
By Ownership First-owner Resale
Multi-owner
By Vehicle Type
Hatchbacks
Sedans
Sport-Utility Vehicles (SUVs)
Multi-Purpose Vehicles (MPVs)
Others (convertibles, coupes, crossovers, sports cars)
By Vendor Type
Organised
Unorganized
By Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid Vehicles (HEV and PHEV)
Battery-Electric Vehicles (BEV)
Others (LPG, CNG, etc.)
By Vehicle Age
0 to 2 Years
3 to 5 Years
6 to 8 Years
9 to 12 Years
Above 12 Years
By Price Segment
Below USD 5,000
USD 5,000 to USD 9,999
USD 10,000 to USD 14,999
USD 15,000 to USD 19,999
USD 20,000 to USD 29,999
USD 30,000 and Above
By Sales Channel
Online
Offline
By Ownership
First-owner Resale
Multi-owner
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Key Questions Answered in the Report

What is the current value of the German used car market?

The market is worth USD 86.63 billion in 2025.

How fast will the German used car market grow by 2030?

It is projected to reach USD 148.36 billion, reflecting an 11.36% CAGR.

Which vehicle type is expanding quickest in German used car sales?

SUVs are set to grow at 14.83% CAGR through 2030.

Why are battery-electric vehicles gaining traction in the German used car market?

Clear battery-health regulations and better charging infrastructure are improving buyer confidence, driving a 22.61% CAGR outlook.

How dominant are online channels in used-car transactions?

Offline dealers still close 77.83% of deals, but online channels are progressing at 15.24% CAGR as omnichannel models mature.

What factors suppress diesel demand in Germany?

Expanding low-emission zones in major cities reduce diesel car usability, leading to lower valuations and higher export volumes.

Page last updated on: July 3, 2025

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