Vehicle Characteristics

In Portugal's used car market, SUVs and hatchbacks are among the segments with highest demand, while sedans maintain a significant presence especially in premium brands. The popularity of each body type varies by price and purpose — families tend to prefer SUVs and MPVs, while urban drivers favour compact hatchbacks. Our charts show the distribution and evolution of each segment.

Automatic transmission has been steadily gaining ground in Portugal's used car market, especially in newer vehicles and premium brands. This trend reflects the growing preference for driving comfort, particularly in urban settings. Automar's transmission trends chart shows how the manual vs automatic split has evolved over the past 12 months.

In Portugal's used car market, neutral colours clearly dominate — black, grey, and white represent the vast majority of listings. Colours like blue and red appear in smaller proportions, being more common in sporty models. Automar's colour popularity chart shows the detailed distribution based on thousands of active listings.

4x4 and AWD vehicles are highly sought after in Portugal, both for off-road use and driving in rural and mountainous areas. Popular models include the Suzuki Vitara 4x4, Dacia Duster, Fiat Panda 4x4, and various SUVs with all-wheel drive. Prices vary considerably depending on the model and age. Automar's characteristics charts show the distribution of vehicles by drive type and the evolution of 4x4 supply in the used market.

Portugal's used sports car market ranges from affordable sportsters like the Mazda MX-5 and Toyota GT86 to premium models from brands like Porsche, BMW M, and Mercedes AMG. Supply is smaller than mainstream segments, but options exist across various price ranges. Automar's charts let you explore the distribution of sports vehicles by brand, price, and age.

The used convertible and cabriolet market in Portugal is a niche with seasonal demand — more popular in spring and summer. Popular models include the Mini Cabrio, BMW 2 Series Convertible, and Mazda MX-5. While supply is smaller than other segments, Portugal's climate favours this type of vehicle. Automar's characteristics charts show how many convertibles are available and how their prices compare with hardtop versions.

Used pickup trucks in Portugal are sought after for both professional and personal use, especially 4x4 diesel versions. Models like the Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi L200, and Ford Ranger are among the most popular. Pickups tend to hold their resale value well due to their versatility and durability. Automar's charts show pickup supply by brand, average price, and mileage in the Portuguese market.