971 Second Hand Cars in Chennai

Current 2nd hand car market trends in Chennai as per Cars24’s internal data

In the bustling lanes of Chennai, petrol powers the majority of used cars

As per the Cars24’s internal data from January 2025 to July 2026, Petrol accounts for 75.37% of used cars in Chennai, making it the most preferred choice for commuting in the city. Used diesel cars, at 22.78%, remain a significant option for consumers who have lengthy highway commutes or higher running, so petrol and diesel together cover over 98% of used car transactions. Pre-owned CNG cars sit at the other end, with minute adoption of 0.91% because fuel pumps are limited across the city, and LPG is close behind at 0.87%. Electric and hybrid cars together stay below 0.1%, which leaves petrol versus diesel as the real decision for nearly everyone.

Swift tops the pre-owned car market in Chennai

The Swift stands clear at the top of the pre-owned car market in Chennai with a share of 4.92% used car transactions between January 2025 and July 2026, nearly two points ahead of the Honda City (3.12%). After the Honda City, the rest of the top 10 sits between 2.1% and 2.9%, so demand is spread widely. Eight of the ten are hatchbacks, with the City and Amaze being the only sedans, and no SUV making it to the list. By brand, Maruti Suzuki adds up to about 9.4% and Hyundai about 7.5% of aggregate share.

For buyers in Chennai, hatchbacks remain the go-to used car body type

Used hatchback cars are the most popular vehicle for navigating city streets in Chennai. With a 53.48% share between January 2025 and July 2026, they outsell every other body type combined (Cars24’s internal data). Sedans hold 21.28%, narrowly ahead of second hand SUVs at 19.70% (compact SUVs 10.29%, SUVs 9.41%), a gap of under two points. So demand for tough SUVs that can tackle diverse road conditions is close to matching sedan demand. MUVs/MPVs hold 4.66% and vans 0.87%. Hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs together cover about 94% of purchases, so the choice is mostly about size and ride height.

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Experience a stress-free car buying experience with Cars24 Hubs in Chennai

At Cars24 hubs across Chennai, buying a car is simple and stress-free. Browse from an extensive inventory of pre-owned cars at 3 convenient hub locations. Each car is inspected on 300+ quality checkpoints, ensuring complete peace of mind. With transparent pricing, quick financing options, and expert guidance at every step, you’ll experience a hassle-free journey from browsing to driving home your perfect car.

Prominent Hub Locations:

• Used car dealership in Thiruverkadu
• Second hand car showroom in OMR, Navarul
• Old car market in Metro Station and Film Studios, Nexus Vijaya Mall

Avail attractive deals on Cars24 when buying a used car in Chennai

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Advantages of choosing Cars24 for buying used car in Chennai

When you buy from the Cars24-Owned Stock Inventory

• Detailed 300-point inspection report
• Transparent fixed pricing
• 30-Day Repair Assurance
• 12-Month Standard Warranty
• Optional Lifetime Warranty Plans
• 30-day return policy
• Easy financing options
• RC transfer assistance
• Test drive availability

When you buy from Verified Direct Sellers

• Pre-inspected listings
• AI-powered pricing insights
• Optional inspection report
• Flexible financing
• Safe Payment Service
• Paid RC support

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Second Hand Car from Cars24 in Chennai 

Explore pre-inspected cars

Browse a wide range of used cars in Chennai, each thoroughly checked on 300+ parameters and listed with fixed, transparent pricing.

Book your test drive

Choose to visit any of the 3 Cars24 hubs in Chennai or schedule a convenient home test drive for a small, fully refundable fee.

Find easy financing

Apply for quick loan approvals with flexible EMI plans and options for zero down payment (for eligible buyers).

Pay securely

Complete your purchase through our safe and reliable online payment system.

Seamless ownership transfer

Cars24 takes care of RC transfer and insurance support, so you don’t have to worry about the paperwork.

30-day return assurance

All Cars24 listed cars come with up to a 30-day return window, in case you aren’t completely satisfied with your purchase.

We take the stress out of the transition, making it incredibly simple to sell used car inventory while we handle all the paperwork and RC transfer on your behalf.