Used car sales increase in October

November 12, 2025

The used car market enjoyed its best October since 2021, according to a new report from CarGurus.

Sales in October were up 6 percent from October 2024, with customers seeking affordable options.

“The used market continues to show strength, with multi-year highs in demand for October,” said Kevin Roberts, Director of Economic and Market Intelligence at CarGurus.

Roberts pointed out that increased inventory and slight decreases in prices have helped bring more consumers to the lot. The CarGurus Intelligence Report showed a 3.3 percent increase in listings in October over the previous month and a 9.1 percent jump from October 2024. The days on the market were at 71.4 days at the end of October, which was down slightly from September.

The average price was down 0.4 percent from September. Prices are up 2.2 percent from last year at $28,800.

NIADA Author

The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA) is among the nation’s largest trade associations, representing the used motor vehicle industry comprised of some 40,000 licensed used car dealers. Since 1946, NIADA has represented the voice and interests of used car dealers at the federal level in Washington D.C. Coupled with its state association network across the country, NIADA’s grass-roots framework provides a dual layer of advocacy unmatched in the used motor vehicle industry. For 75 years, NIADA has engineered programs and leveraged technology to fulfill its mission to advance, educate and promote the independent used car dealer. NIADA members subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics of duty, honor and integrity, and believe in the advancement of small business in support of the free-market system. More information about NIADA, visit www.niada.com.