Data Sources
We source data from official Australian government databases, manufacturer specifications, and trusted third-party sources. All sources are publicly available.
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AutoGrab
Australian Used Car Market Data — Depreciation estimates and residual value percentages (RV%) are sourced from the AutoGrab 2025 Annual Automotive Insights Report (AIR), produced in partnership with the Australian Automotive Dealer Association (AADA).
Data Used
- Residual value % by segment (Utes, SUVs, Passenger)
- Average days to sell (dealer and private)
- Used car sales volumes by make and model
- BEV-specific depreciation trends
Source: AutoGrab 2025 Annual AIR
ANCAP Safety
Safety star ratings and sub-scores sourced from the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme. Ratings are specific to the vehicle year and body tested. Ratings may not apply to all variants or model years.
Data Used
- Star ratings (0-5)
- Adult occupant protection %
- Child occupant protection %
- Vulnerable road user protection %
- Safety assist features %
Source: ancap.com.au
Green Vehicle Guide
CO2 emissions and fuel consumption figures sourced from the Australian Government's Green Vehicle Guide, based on ADR 81/02 combined cycle testing.
Data Used
- Fuel consumption (L/100km)
- Energy consumption (kWh/100km)
- CO2 emissions (g/km)
- Green Vehicle Guide ratings
Source: greenvehicleguide.gov.au
Manufacturer Specification Sheets
All technical specifications including dimensions, weights, engine data, safety features, and equipment lists are sourced directly from official manufacturer specification sheets published by the Australian division of each manufacturer. Data confidence score reflects completeness and recency of the source document.
Data Used
- Dimensions & weights
- Engine specifications
- Standard features & equipment
- Warranty terms
- Towing & payload capacities
RedBook
Manufacturer's Recommended Retail Prices (MRRP) are sourced from RedBook Australia. Prices exclude government charges. Always verify current pricing with the manufacturer or authorised dealer.
Data Used
- RRP pricing (ex. govt charges)
- Driveaway price estimates
Source: redbook.com.au
ACCC Product Safety
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission recall database.
Data Used
- Vehicle recall history
- Safety defect notices
- Recall completion rates
BITRE
Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics.
Data Used
- Vehicle sales data
- Fleet statistics
- Road safety data
Australian Taxation Office
Official cents per kilometre rates for work-related car expenses.
Data Used
- Cents per km rate (currently 88¢)
- Logbook method benchmarks
State Revenue Offices
Official stamp duty rates from each state and territory revenue office.
Data Used
- NSW: revenue.nsw.gov.au
- VIC: sro.vic.gov.au
- QLD: qld.gov.au/transport
- WA: wa.gov.au/service/transport
- SA: revenuesa.sa.gov.au
- TAS: sro.tas.gov.au
- ACT: revenue.act.gov.au
- NT: nt.gov.au/driving
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