Quick summary: Used Diesel cars
Euro 6 diesels (from 2015) are excellent for long-distance driving. Recommended if you do 20,000+ km/year on motorways. They consume 4-5L/100km. Engines last 400,000-600,000 km when well maintained.
Advantages of diesel cars
Honda Civic
2014 \u2022 154,998 km
€7,950
Dungarvan, Co. Waterford
Ford Transit Connect
2021 \u2022 97,999 km
€14,950
Dungarvan, Co. Waterford
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
2018 \u2022 37,999 km
€18,950
Dungarvan, Co. Waterford
Volkswagen Tiguan
2018 \u2022 109,000 km
€21,950
Cork
Renault Grand Scenic
2017 \u2022 133,000 km
€10,950
Cork
Skoda Octavia
2022 \u2022 46,700 km
€27,295
Raphoe, Co. Donegal
Volkswagen Golf
2021 \u2022 53,100 km
€0
Raphoe, Co. Donegal
Volkswagen Golf
2020 \u2022 53,100 km
€22,495
Raphoe, Co. Donegal
Skoda Superb
2019 \u2022 260,700 km
€0
Raphoe, Co. Donegal
Volkswagen Tiguan
2016 \u2022 209,598 km
€13,750
Tipperary
Volkswagen Golf
2015 \u2022 224,148 km
€10,750
Tipperary
Skoda Octavia
2016 \u2022 268,499 km
€7,450
Tipperary
Renault Megane
2011 \u2022 271,234 km
€2,350
Tipperary
Mercedes-Benz E Class
2018 \u2022 217,499 km
€19,750
Tipperary
Hyundai Tucson
2017 \u2022 223,698 km
€11,250
Tipperary
Ford Mondeo
2016 \u2022 215,698 km
€6,450
Tipperary
Dacia Duster
2021 \u2022 128,975 km
€9,350
Tipperary
BMW 3 Series
2016 \u2022 155,140 km
€18,450
Tipperary
Audi A4
2017 \u2022 238,497 km
€16,495
Tipperary
BMW 5 Series
2015 \u2022 209,053 km
€15,995
Tipperary
Audi A6
2015 \u2022 321,868 km
€8,450
Tipperary
Audi A3
2015 \u2022 308,497 km
€7,999
Tipperary
Audi Q7
2016 \u2022 229,747 km
€26,995
Tipperary
volkswagen Golf
2012 \u2022 183,100 km
€7,000
Galway
Frequently asked questions about diesel cars
Is it worth buying a used diesel car in 2026?
What road tax do diesel cars pay in Ireland?
How long does a diesel engine last?
What are common problems with used diesels?
Will diesel cars be banned in Ireland?
Your next diesel car, hassle-free
Yes, diesels are under scrutiny, but let's be realistic: if you do high annual mileage or your journeys are mainly on the motorway, a used diesel is still a very sensible economic choice.
When a used diesel makes sense
If you drive more than 20,000 km a year and most of it is on the motorway, the fuel economy of a modern diesel is hard to beat. A Euro 6 diesel (2019 onwards) is cleaner than you might think and offers incredible efficiency at 4-5L/100km on the motorway.
That said, if you live in a city centre and drive mainly in urban areas, a hybrid might work out better for you. Diesel shines on long journeys where its 4-5L/100km really makes a difference.
Why buy from a professional dealer on Autoza
Simple: here only professional dealerships sell. That means a real 12-month warranty, proper documentation and someone who's accountable if there are problems. Private sellers may have good cars, but they don't have the legal obligation to give you a warranty. Here, they do.
Plus, you can message the seller directly on WhatsApp, ask whatever you want and arrange a viewing with no middlemen. No unanswered emails.