Used car sales surge 16% from a year ago

September saw a surge in South Africa’s used car market, as buyers gravitate toward practical, budget-friendly options. 

Over 33,000 used cars were sold on AutoTrader in September.

This is a 16% year-on-year increase.

The Suzuki Swift and the Hyundai Grand i10 were among the top ten, demonstrating high demand for affordable, small hatchbacks in the second-hand market.

Overall, Toyota was the top-performing brand, followed by VW and Ford.

There has also been a decline in the sale of luxury brands as people choose more affordable options.

Ernest Page from cars.co.za states that South Africa was historically a small car market, so it makes sense that we are returning to that.

“What’s wrong with having more sense in the parking bay as well?” he adds.

To listen to motoring journalist Ernest Page in conversation with Pippa Hudson on CapeTalk, click on the audio player below: