The demand for SUVs and spacious cars has gone up in recent years. The Indian buyers are keen to get a good quality car without breaking the bank. Some Indian buyers turn to the used car market for such deals where you can get a good quality car at a fairly affordable cost. However, there are a few used cars that you should avoid buying as they are only slightly cheaper than the new ones. Here’s a list of cars that you could buy brand new instead of used cars!
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1. Toyota Innova Crysta
The Toyota Innova Crysta is one of the best MPVs out there in the market, and it surely justifies its price tag. This MPV is known for its reliability and robust build quality, along with ample space and a premium feel. It is a spacious 7-seater MPV with a smooth engine promising longevity. The Innova Crysta holds its value very well in the used car market, and well-maintained examples can cost as much as a brand-new Crysta in a slightly lower trim. For instance, we found a 2022 Crysta ZX 2.4 AT 7-STR in the used market price at Rs 27.75 Lakh. This is now a three years old car, and a brand-new Innova Crysta starts from Rs 24.91 Lakh (on-road, Mumbai). Technically, it has one of the best resale values, and it is best if you buy a brand-new model instead of a used one.
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2. Toyota Fortuner
Another Toyota that makes into this list is the Fortuner. The legendary Fortuner is one of the most desirable vehicles in India. It has one of the best resale values in the used car market. The Fortuner is a full-size SUV known for its off-road capabilities, followed by its imposing stance and reliability. The Fortuner holds its value extremely well in the used car market. One example we came across costs Rs 40.41 Lakh for a 2021 Fortuner Legender, a 4-year-old car driven 72,000 km. A brand new Toyota Fortuner starts from Rs 41.44 Lakh (on-road, Mumbai). An honest suggestion would be to get a brand new Fortuner over a used one.
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3. Hyundai Creta
The Hyundai Creta is India’s best-selling SUV for 2024. It is one of the best mid-size SUVs available, with its premium and spacious interiors. It is a feature-rich SUV that offers great comfort, and performance is adequate. This SUV is quite reliable, and it has a great resale value in the used car market. One such example of a well-maintained Creta cost Rs 18.45 Lakh. This is the 2022 Hyundai Creta SX (O) Diesel AT variant, and it has held its value very well. The face-lifted brand-new Creta is priced between Rs 13.16 Lakh and Rs 24.65 Lakh (on-road, Mumbai). It makes more sense to buy a brand-new Creta instead of a used one.
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4. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is an affordable MPV that is quite reliable and spacious. This MPV is quite popular, and the demand for this is quite high. The Ertiga is a very practical MPV that can easily carry seven passengers comfortably. The Ertiga is easy to maintain, and the running cost is quite low, making it the most affordable option. It still manages to have a very good resale value. For example, we noticed a 2019 Maruti Ertiga Diesel variant (which is discontinued) is priced at Rs 12 Lakh in the used market. The Ertiga has not depreciated even after 5 years. A brand-new Ertiga is priced between Rs 10.29 Lakh and Rs 15.45 Lakh(on-road, Mumbai).
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5. Honda City
Honda City is a premium-feeling sedan with impressive features. The City has been around in India since 1998 and has been a favourite for many. It has been one of the best sedans that combined value-for-money, fun-to-drive and comfort. The City is known for its presence in the used car market, as enthusiasts like to buy the cheapest possible example and modify it. However, a very well-maintained City from 2020 costs around Rs 15 Lakh. A 5-year-old car has held its value quite well. A brand-new Honda City costs between Rs 14 Lakh and Rs 19.75 Lakh (on-road, Mumbai). It would be feasible for you to buy a brand-new City instead of a used example.