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The only way buying used is more eco friendly is if you literally save a car from the crusher and repair it.
Otherwise, for there to be used cars someone has to buy them new, so it make no difference.
Here in Australia, the used car market is quite different.
Any car that's perceived to be 'reliable' will command a huge premium on the used market.
A 2 year old Toyota Hilux is only going to be $2k less than new, with say 40K miles on it.
A ten year old Corolla, with ~100K on it is likely to still cost half it's new price.
Of course the second owner will be the one spending big on repairs and maintenance.
With low interest rates new cars are the cheaper option, you're far better off using your used car money for a deposit on a new car, and you're not taking the used car gamble.
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