Index
What AutoScout24 is and why to consider it
How to list your car on AutoScout24 step by step
How much it costs to list on AutoScout24
Advantages of selling on AutoScout24
Limitations and common issues
AutoScout24 vs other portals in Spain
When it makes sense to list on AutoScout24
Frequently asked questions
When a private seller thinks of portals to list their car, Wallapop, Coches.net, or Milanuncios usually come to mind. AutoScout24 often remains off the radar, despite being Europe's largest car marketplace with more than 2 million listed vehicles and a presence in 18 countries.
In Spain, AutoScout24 belongs to the Sumauto group (along with Autocasión) and has a smaller but significantly more qualified audience than Wallapop: anyone searching on AutoScout24 is looking specifically for a car, not a fridge or a bicycle.
In this article, we explain how AutoScout24 works for private sellers, what results you can expect, and when it is worth listing here compared to other options.
What AutoScout24 is and why to consider it
AutoScout24 is a European platform specialising exclusively in vehicles: cars, motorbikes, motorhomes, and vans. It was founded in Germany and operates in 18 European countries. In Spain, it shares a group with Autocasión (both belong to Sumauto), which gives them a strong position in the automotive portal market.
The main difference with Wallapop or Milanuncios is the specialisation. AutoScout24 only has vehicles. There are no mobile phones, clothes, or furniture. This means that every user browsing the platform is looking for a car (or motorbike, or van). The audience is 100% qualified.
Furthermore, AutoScout24 has a European dimension that Spanish portals do not have. If your car is in demand outside Spain (premium models, specific versions, cars with specifications unusual in the Spanish market), AutoScout24 connects you with buyers from other European countries. This is especially relevant for high-end cars or models with strong demand in Germany, France, or Italy.
How to list your car on AutoScout24 step by step
The process is simple and quite intuitive.
Step 1: Register. Create a private user account on autoscout24.es. It is free.
Step 2: Create your listing. Select "Sell" and enter the vehicle details: make, model, version, year of registration, mileage, fuel type, gearbox type, power, colour, and price. The platform has structured fields for each technical detail, making it easier for buyers to find you using the search filters.
Step 3: Upload photos. AutoScout24 allows you to upload multiple photos and offers the AutoScout360 function to create virtual views of the car. As a minimum, upload 10-15 high-quality photos from all angles.
Step 4: Write the description. Include the full equipment list, the car's condition, the maintenance history, and any relevant details. A complete description on AutoScout24 is particularly important because the audience is more technical than on Wallapop.
To set the right price before publishing, check out how to price a second-hand car.
Step 5: Publish and manage. Once listed, interested buyers will contact you through the platform's messaging system or by phone (if you have made your number visible). From there, negotiation, viewings, and closing the deal are your responsibility.
How much it costs to list on AutoScout24
AutoScout24 offers free listing for private individuals in its basic version. This is an advantage compared to Coches.net, where most plans for individuals carry a cost.
To improve the visibility of the listing, the platform offers paid options (featured listings, premium positioning) with prices that vary according to the category and the period. As a reference, promoting a car listing usually costs between 15 and 40 euros per period.
The integrated valuation tool is free and gives you a price reference based on market data before you publish.
Advantages of selling on AutoScout24
100% qualified audience. Every user is looking for a vehicle. There is no noise from other categories. This translates into more serious contacts and fewer time-wasters than on generalist portals.
European reach. If your car could interest buyers from other countries (premium models, cars with rare specifications in Spain, right-hand drive vehicles for the UK market), AutoScout24 gives you international visibility that no Spanish portal offers.
Free listing. Unlike Coches.net, publishing the basic listing costs nothing. You can list without investing money and see what happens.
Integrated valuation tools. The AutoScout24 price calculator helps you set a reasonable starting price based on European market data.
Advanced filters. Buyers can filter by dozens of technical parameters (power, gearbox type, drivetrain, specific equipment). If your car has distinctive features, the filters help buyers who are looking for exactly that to find you.
Less competition than Wallapop. In Spain, AutoScout24 has fewer listings than Wallapop or Milanuncios. This means less direct competition for your ad, giving it a better chance of standing out.
Limitations and common issues
Less traffic than Wallapop in Spain. AutoScout24's audience in Spain is significantly smaller than that of Wallapop or Milanuncios. This translates into fewer contacts, especially for low- or mid-range cars where demand is concentrated on generalist portals.
The process is still manual. As with any portal, you publish, manage contacts, coordinate viewings, negotiate, and close. The effort is the same as on Wallapop or Coches.net. AutoScout24 is a shop window, not an intermediary.
International buyers can complicate the operation. If a buyer from Germany or France is interested in your car, the sales logistics are more complex: language, payment method, vehicle delivery, and export/import procedures. It is an advantage in theory, but in practice, it can be a headache if you have no experience with cross-border transactions.
Buyer profile. Buyers on AutoScout24 tend to be more informed and demanding than those on Wallapop. They know the market, compare prices across several countries, and negotiate with data. This can be positive (fewer lookers, more serious contacts) or negative (harder negotiation based on information).
Risk of international scams. Portals with a European reach attract typical international buying scams: buyers who send a carrier, payments through dubious services, bank cheques from other countries. Apply the same precautions as on any portal: only verified bank transfers, never hand over the car without being paid first.
The risks of scams on portals are real. Check out the mistakes that make you sell your car for less money.
AutoScout24 vs other portals in Spain
Aspect | AutoScout24 | Wallapop | Coches.net | Milanuncios |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Specialisation | Vehicles only | Generalist | Vehicles only | Generalist |
Traffic in Spain | Medium | Very high | High | High |
Cost for private seller | Free (basic) | Free (basic) | Paid (most plans) | Free (basic) |
International reach | 18 European countries | Spain only | Spain only | Spain only |
Buyer profile | Technical, informed | Variable, regular haggling | Qualified | Variable, aggressive haggling |
Ad competition | Low in Spain | Very high | High | High |
For mid-to-high-range and premium cars, AutoScout24 can yield better results than Wallapop because the audience is more qualified and the European reach expands the market.
For low- and mid-range cars, Wallapop and Milanuncios have more local traffic and are more likely to generate quick contacts.
To maximize exposure, publish on several portals simultaneously: AutoScout24 (free) + Wallapop (free) + Coches.net (if budget allows).
If you also publish on Wallapop in addition to AutoScout24, consult our guide to selling your car on Wallapop.
When it makes sense to list on AutoScout24
You have a premium or high-end car. BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, Volvo. The AutoScout24 audience actively searches for these models and is willing to buy cross-border if the price is right.
If you have a premium car, AutoScout24 can be a good channel. Read our guide on how to sell a premium or high-end car.
Your car has a version or equipment package that is unusual in Spain. Specific versions that sold more in Germany or France, rare configurations, equipment that was not standard in the Spanish market. AutoScout24 connects you with buyers searching for exactly that.
You want to list for free on a specialised portal. If you find Coches.net expensive and Wallapop too generalist, AutoScout24 is the middle ground: specialised and free.
You already list on other portals and want to expand. AutoScout24 is a natural complement to Wallapop and Coches.net. Publishing on all three maximises your exposure at no additional cost (if using the free plan).
See also how selling on Coches.net works to compare.
But remember: listing on AutoScout24 (or any portal) means managing everything yourself. If you prefer not to list, take photos, receive calls, and negotiate, then platforms where dealerships compete for your car deliver better results with much less effort. With Dealcar, you upload the details once and receive offers from over 1,000 dealerships in less than 18 hours, without advertising anything.
Dealcar: value your car for free and receive offers from dealerships
Dealcar provides you with a free valuation tool that estimates your car's value in less than 30 seconds. You enter the registration number and vehicle details, and you receive a valuation based on real, closed sales prices in the market.
From there, your car is presented to a network of over 1,000 professional and verified dealerships who bid against each other to buy it. No mandatory photos, no listings, no calls from time-wasters.
100% free for you. No commissions or hidden costs.
You get paid before handing over the keys. Bank transfer before delivering the car.
They collect the car from your home. No travel required.
No paperwork. The buyer handles the transfer, DGT, and all the paperwork.
On average, 1,400 euros more than selling on Wallapop.
More than 12,000 cars sold and an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free to list on AutoScout24?
Yes, in its basic version. Publishing a standard advert is free of charge for private individuals. Featured and premium positioning options are paid.
Does AutoScout24 have a lot of traffic in Spain?
Less than Wallapop or Coches.net. Its strength in Spain lies in its qualified audience (they are only looking for vehicles) and its European reach. For high-end cars, it can be more effective than generalist portals.
Can I sell my car to a buyer from another country through AutoScout24?
Yes, but the logistics are more complex: language, payment method, vehicle transport, and export procedures. If you have no experience with international sales, it can be more troublesome than beneficial.
Is AutoScout24 or Coches.net better?
For private individuals, AutoScout24 has the advantage of being free and having a European reach. Coches.net has more traffic in Spain and a highly qualified audience, but most private plans are paid. If your budget is zero, choose AutoScout24. If you can invest and your car has national demand, choose Coches.net.
Can I list on AutoScout24 and ask for offers on Dealcar at the same time?
Yes. There is no exclusivity. It is a good strategy: Dealcar's offers provide a price floor to compare against any contact that comes through AutoScout24. If an AutoScout24 buyer offers you more, close the deal with them. If not, close the deal with the best dealership.
