car prices in australia 2023

Car prices in Australia in 2023 climbed like a roo on a trampoline, thanks to supply hiccups and inflation, but there were still sane buys if you looked. New, expect entry micro/small cars roughly $18k–$28k drive‑away, mainstream small cars around $25k–$35k, mid‑size SUVs $35k–$55k, dual‑cab utes $40k–$75k, and EVs from about $45k to well north of $80k.

Used prices eased from the 2022 peak but stayed firm: 5–7‑year‑old small cars often $12k–$20k, 10‑year‑old runabouts $6k–$12k, and popular utes stubbornly pricier. Luxury badges and scarce 4x4s asked more, because of course they did.

On‑road costs and stamp duty vary by state, and dealer delivery can wobble the final figure. Shop around on Tradingpost and compare like‑for‑like condition, kilometres and service history—your wallet will thank you, even if your patience won’t.