Best Selling Used Car Brands in Kolkata in 2024

With rising prices of cars and fuel, the need for personal mobility is being met by the thriving used car market. There are affordable and efficient second hand car options from many leading brands available at attractive prices.

In a metropolis like Kolkata, compact cars are the preferred mode of transport. According to the 2024 used car market report from CARS24, India’s pre-owned car market put CY24 new car sales in its shadow with a 13:10 ratio last year—meaning 13 used cars were purchased for every 10 new cars.

Hatchbacks and sedans were the preferred choice for pre-owned car buyers. Specific brands took a considerably larger piece of the pie. Here are the brand which ruled the roost in Kolkata.

Top Selling Brands in Kolkata in 2024

Internal data clearly shows that hatchbacks were the most popular body style among used car buyers. It is also clear that practicality and efficiency are priorities apart from affordability in Kolkata. The popular used car models also have a good representation from sedans and SUVs.

Maruti Suzuki have dominated the used car market in Kolkata thanks to the sheer variety of cars they have on offer. A diverse lineup of hatchbacks with distinct styling and engine options strengthens their market presence.

Hyundai were not far behind with their hatchback models, both premium and affordable, making up a majority of their sales. Honda were in third place with their bestselling City sedan holding its own in a hatchback and SUV-dominated market.

1) Maruti Suzuki | 35.2% Used Car Market Share in Kolkata

India’s leading car maker Maruti Suzuki had a commanding 35.2% market share in Kolkata. Their cars are known for being fuel-efficient, practical and reliable. Maruti Suzuki’s widespread service network further adds to the brand appeal.

The Maruti Suzuki Swift racked up the highest numbers making up 13.8% of their sales, with its sporty styling and driving appeal attracting several buyers. The Wagon R 1.0, which made up 10.3% of Maruti Suzuki used car sales in Kolkata, was the next best selling used car model. The Alto was in third place with a 10.1% share.

2) Hyundai | 24.8% Used Car Market Share in Kolkata

The second spot went to Hyundai with 24.8% share of Kolkata’s second hand car market, powered by strong sales of hatchbacks. Hyundai’s list of features and equipment together with the use of premium feeling materials in the cabin sets them apart.

The Grand i10 was the highest selling Hyundai second hand car model with a 19.4% share. It was popular thanks to its choice of petrol and diesel as well as affordable automatic variants. The i10 was in second place with 13.7% share, also a strong seller. In third place was the Elite i20, helped by its sporty design and choice of engines and variants, making up 13.5% share.

3) Honda | 9.8% Used Car Market Share in Kolkata

Honda claimed the third spot in the top selling brands in Kolkata with nearly 10% share. The Japanese brand is recognised for its reliability and efficiency as well as the fun to drive nature of its cars. The sales volumes were buoyed by the used Honda City sedan.

The City sedan was the best selling used Honda car with a massive 45% share. The aspirational value, premium features and many standard features make it highly sought after. The second best seller for Honda was the Amaze compact sedan with 18.4% share, followed by the Jazz hatchback which had 10.9% share.

4) Tata | 5% Used Car Market Share in Kolkata  

Tata cars are well-known for their strong build and high safety ratings and that has helped them amass a 5% market share of Kolkata’s used car market. Their variety of models and unique approach has helped them find more buyers in the second hand car marketplace.

The Tiago compact hatchback was the top selling Tata used car with 29.3% share of volumes. The Tiago’s basic practicality and nice handling make it a popular model. The beloved Tata Nano was the second highest seller with 15.2% share. Many still give in to the Nano’s subcompact charm and rear engine layout. In third was the Nexon compact SUV which made up 9.1% of Tata volumes.

5) Renault | 4.1% Used Car Market Share in Kolkata

The French brand has seen an increase in takers and that has grown their share of the pre-owned car market in Kolkata to 4.1%. Renault gave Indians the only real alternative to the Maruti Suzuki 800 and Alto cars with the subcompact Kwid hatchback.

The Renault Kwid was the brand’s bestseller with more than 51% share. The used Renault Duster, their more premium and versatile mid-size SUV, was second with 21.8% share. The affordable and versatile Triber three-row MUV was Renault’s third highest selling used car model, with 15.8% of the pie.

Conclusion

The best selling used car brands in Kolkata were Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Honda, Tata, and Renault in the 2024 calendar year. It was once again hatchbacks that made up most of the numbers while some models, such as the Honda City sedan and Renault Duster SUV, stood out with their consistent demand. 

Maruti Suzuki continued to dominate thanks to their wide range of offerings which are both cheap and reliable, with low running cost to sweeten the deal. Hyundai’s best selling used cars were mostly hatchbacks, while Honda have the City sedan to thank for its desirability. Tata and Renault saw good demand for their compact models as well as SUVs.