Top 10 Best Used Cars in Indian Market to Buy in 2021 - Maruti Swift to Ford EcoSport

Buying a used car or as they ‘pre-worshipped example’ can be financially beneficial. The used car market is filled with examples from every segment and with models as new as a day. Since cars are an example of depreciating asset, they lose their value with every passing hour. Hence, even a car that has just been walked out of the showroom floor will go on sale in the used car market at a reduced value. The price reduction might be as high as up to 20 per cent of the original cost. Thus, buying a used car makes more sense. However, there are only a few models that are ruling the roost in the used car scene with their strong attributes. So what are the top 10 best used cars in the Indian market that are currently leading the show? Well, don’t you worry, as we have compiled a list to help you out.

Maruti Swift

After being one of the highest-selling cars in the year 2020, Maruti Swift has managed to top our list of top 10 best used cars in the Indian market as well. The Swift enjoys a strong fan following among the middle-class and budding enthusiasts of the country. Currently, Maruti sells the third-gen Swift in the Indian market. It is offered with a 1.2L petrol motor that pushes out 83 PS against 113 Nm.

The Swift has been on sale in the Indian market with a Fiat-sourced turbocharged diesel engine as well. It was highly loved for its 190 Nm of peak torque and frugal nature. Also, the first-gen Swift was on sale with the legendary G13BB engine, which is a tuner’s delight. Also, the gearbox options include a 5-speed MT and a 5-speed AMT. Hence, it won’t be wrong to say that everyone can find a Maruti Swift in the used car market for themselves. Thanks to Maruti’s USP of offering affordable after-sales & service schemes, Swift’s maintenance cost for a year ranges in between Rs. 7,000 to Rs. 10,000.

Maruti Alto

Currently, the smallest offering of Maruti in the Indian market is the Alto. Also, it is the smallest car on our list of the top 10 best used cars in the Indian market. The Alto was launched for the first time in the year 2000, and it is still on sale after completing two decades successfully. The Alto managed to lure buyers with its capabilities of being super-easy on the pocket. It is cheap to own, economical to run, and affordable to maintain. During its 2-decade long reign, it was sold with a slew of engine options. The list includes 0.8L petrol, 1.0L petrol, and 1.2L petrol. Also, it was offered with the option of a company-fitted CNG kit, which is a case even today. With a strong resale value and built-to-last character, the Alto makes for a great purchase as a used car in 2021.

Hyundai Grand i10

Hyundai is the second-largest carmaker in the country, and thus, without a Hyundai, this list wouldn’t have been completed. Hence, we have the Grand i10 on the list. It is one of the best hatchbacks to come from the South-Korean stable in the Indian market. With its compact dimensions, it has enough space to accommodate tall passengers. Moreover, with capable petrol and diesel engine options, it is a crowd-favourite. In the used car market, the Grand i10 manages to score high marks for its strong attributes. For the same reasons, it joins our list of the top 10 best used cars to buy in 2021.

Honda City

The first car from Honda’s line-up to join the list of top 10 best used cars to buy in 2021 is the Honda City. For most millennials, it is a car that they dreamt of buying during their childhood. However, now it is sold in its 5th-gen rendition. But, the 3rd and 4th generations are available in the used car market at rather affordable prices. It fits like a glove for those who want a comfortable C-segment sedan and those who want a car to tune and use it to its max potential. Over the past few years, Honda City has been on offer with two engine choices – 1.5L petrol and 1.5L diesel. While the oil burner is famous for its frugal character, the petrol motor is praised for its refinement and top-end performance.

Hyundai Santro Xing

Hyundai Santro Xing was on sale in the country from the year 2008 to 2015. With a 4-cylinder 1.1L engine, it was a reliable and peppy car. Also, Hyundai Santro was loved for its refinement and performance. In fact, it was the most sold hatchback in the used car market in the year 2020. In simple words, it still makes for a great choice as your first car or if you’re in the market to get home a daily driver.

Maruti Dzire

In case the Maruti Swift feels like a small car to you and fails to offer enough boot space for your long weekend trips, then the Dzire can be a perfect substitute. Indeed, it is one of the top-selling compact-sedans in the country. However, it is quite a sight in the used car market. Like the Swift, the Dzire is currently on sale in its third-gen avatar in the Indian market. But coming across clean and sparsely-used first-gen and second-gen models in the used car territory can make for a great bargain. The Dzire packs in a spacious interior along with supple ride quality. Also, reliability isn’t a concern here. With these strong reasons, it manages to book its place in this list of the top 10 best used cars to buy in 2021.

Hyundai Verna

Hyundai Verna is a premium product of the South-Korean carmaker in the Indian market. It rivals the likes of Honda City and Skoda Rapid. The nameplate has been in the market for over a decade now. Thus, finding a great deal in the used car market will not be a tough job. Earlier models were offered with 1.6L petrol and diesel engines. The latter is also known as the most frugal diesel engine in its class. Also, the Hyundai Verna came loaded with all the bells and whistle from the factory, ever since the second-gen model was introduced. For the safety of the occupants, the top-spec trims came with multiple airbags and ABS with EBD. Makes for a considerable choice? Yes, it does, and for all the good reasons.

Hyundai Elite i20

This South-Korean premium hatchback is a super-refined car. It is currently on sale in its third generation, but the older generations were not short of anything either. While the 1.2L Kappa petrol motor was the most refined of the lot, the 1.4L oil-burner ruled the competition with its fuel efficiency. The Hyundai Elite i20 was a feature-loaded car, and thus, it would not require a single penny to update its feature list to match the new trends. Hyundai even offered it with a wireless phone charger. So if you want a budget-friendly hatchback that looks good and is a delight to own, the Hyundai Elite i20 makes for a great purchase as a used car.

Honda Amaze

In the sub-4m compact-sedan space, Honda Amaze has managed to hold its torch high among the competitors. The Japanese sedan is offered with two engine options – 1.2L petrol and 1.5L diesel. Also, its pliant suspension setup is praised for its ride quality. With enough knee room and legroom for the rear seat occupants, Honda Amaze comes up as a great family car. Also, buying a used example to save on some hard cash won’t be a sour deal. Hence, it is here in our list of the top 10 best used cars to buy in 2021.

Ford EcoSport

The last and final car on our list of the top 10 best used cars to buy in 2021 is the Ford EcoSport. It is one of the oldest compact-SUVs in the Indian market. The EcoSport is admired for its typical SUVish look, which is further incremented by the tailgate-mounted spare wheel. The compact-SUV is a great handler and shows its mettle when driven around the serpentine roads. Also, it can handle bad roads with ease with a ground clearance of 205 mm. The EcoSport has been on sale with multiple engine-gearbox combinations. Hence, finding the perfect combination for one’s need would not be an impossible task.