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Autotrader UK Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Review summary

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Considering 7,168 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention how simple and straightforward it is to set up an online advert and successfully upload pictures. Many people also appreciate the helpful safety features, including privacy protections for sellers and remarkably quick selling times. Some reviewers were not happy with the pricing structure, describing the advertisement costs as quite expensive for the service. Others also noted difficulties with completing identity verification, managing their listings properly, or experiencing technical obstacles during the process. Buyers and sellers occasionally faced communication hurdles or minor issues regarding specific details during transactions.

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User experience

Customers consistently note positive experiences with user experience, highlighting how straightforward it is... See more

Website

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of the website, noting that setting up adverts, uploading pictures, and... See more

Product

People report high satisfaction with the product, expressing great appreciation for how fast and simple it is... See more

Service

Users describe positive interactions with service, highlighting fast sales and a smooth process. Reviewers... See more

Price

Clients share ambiguous opinions on price, with many reviewers praising the fair advertising costs and useful... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very user friendly. Your advert will get views from all over UK and the visibility is really great. Gives advice but don't interfere with the process of buying/selling. But please give more UK specifi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I found the Autotrader platform straightforward to use with some good advice for sellers. Setting up the advert and uploading pictures and video was easy. The advert generated good initial interest bu... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best place to advertise your car for sale I had a terrible experience with Motorway as a dealer bud in the auction and the same dealer came looking at the car and gave me false information that th... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to complete the online advert, pricing was good and easy to follow. Sold my bike within a week. Safe transactions throughout with messaging through the site and via phonecall which included autom... See more


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About Autotrader UK

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Auto Trader make it easier to buy and sell vehicles online. Get a free valuation and list your car for sale today. With an audience of millions, it’s the easy way to sell your car. Looking for a guaranteed sale? Trade it today with part-exchange and instant cash offers available. Then find your next car with Auto Trader UK, Britain’s Biggest Matchmaker. Browse brand-new and used cars, and shop in confidence with expert reviews, handy tools and vehicle checks available. With more choice than any other site, you’ll find the perfect car for you.

Auto Trader

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Auto Trader has been around since 1977, helping over half a million people sell their car each year!

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

When preparing ad

When preparing ad, Dislike ad doesn’t show all 24 photos added, it only shows 3. We tried it three times before going ahead to see if all 24 were in fact added and still don’t know until ad goes live online.

September 26, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Completely positive experience

Autotrader offer an excellent cost effective service in creating the advertisement. Excellent coaching and guidance is offered.
My vehicle was sold within two hours of the advert going live.
I achieved just above my desired price.
Thank you.

September 26, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy, straightforward and effective

A very easy and straightforward way to sell a car. Good communications from Autotrader who have a proven track record over many years. The price suggestion is useful by providing a realistic starting point.

September 25, 2026

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