Used Car Sales Trends In 2024: In a showcase of enthusiasm for used cars, a significant 76 per cent of customers in 2024 were first-time buyers, used car platform Spinny observed in its annual report. This year’s sales witnessed a jump of 3 per cent from the previous year’s figure of 73 per cent, the annual report added.

On its platform, women buyers now represent 26 per cent of the total customer base, with the absolute number of women buyers growing steadily each year. Among them, 60 per cent prefer automatic hatchbacks, while 18 per cent prefer compact SUVs, the report added.

The top three preferred car models saw a shift in 2024. Renault Kwid continues to be the hot favourite and Hyundai Grand i10 maintained its dominance, while Maruti Suzuki Swift entered the top three, replacing the Baleno. Hatchbacks continue to be the most preferred category across, reflecting a growing preference for compact, value-driven vehicles, the report added.

The compact SUV segment has seen a 20 per cent growth, with models like the EcoSport continuing to reign supreme, while the appeal of compact SUVs, combining space and performance with the “big car” appeal, continues to rise, as per the report.

Petrol remains the dominant fuel type, accounting for 82 per cent. Diesel vehicles have declined to 12 per cent, while CNG and electric vehicles (EVs) hold steady at 4 per cent and 2 per cent, respectively.

The data revealed that the average age of customers has dropped to 32 years from 34 last year, indicating an appeal to younger buyers who are looking for a reliable and easy car-buying experience.

The customers are increasingly opting for an upgrade, as 22 percent of customers opted for an upgrade, compared to 12 percent in 2023. According to the report, about 56 percent of customers chose financing options to facilitate their car purchases, with 60 per cent of these customers falling within the 25-30 age group, an indication of growing reliance on financing, especially among younger buyers.