Why You Should Consider A Used Maruti S-Cross In 2025?

Though it was discontinued in 2022, the Maruti Suzuki S-Cross holds a high reputation among enthusiasts. The powerful 1.6 in particular, is a dream of many. If you are one of them, this article will give you more reasons to make the purchase and maybe even to choose between powertrains.

Maruti S-Cross: Why Should You Consider It In 2025?

First, the S-Cross has carved out a niche for itself as a mature and capable crossover that delivers on fronts like occupant comfort and performance. Over the years, it has had several powertrain choices, some of which continue to hold stellar reputation. Thus, someone in the used car market is left with a range of S-Crosses to choose from.

The last recorded ex-showroom price of a top-spec S-Presso is Rs 12.92 lakh. In the used car market, you'll be able to source a well-maintained, feature-rich S-Cross variant for Rs 5-9 lakh! Car prices have shot up in the past few years, and this money could only buy a much smaller (new) car today, with a less powerful engine. A used S-Cross thus has a compelling value proposition.

Another thing to like about this car is its build quality. Unlike many Maruti Suzukis of the day, the S-Cross had a sturdy build and was in fact, one of the best-built Maruti cars of its time. The doors on this crossover felt heavy and less tinny- a fact that was loved by many. In addition to this, it came with safety features like dual airbags, ABS, EBD and more.

Cabin room and comfort offered are also to be loved on this product. Courtesy of its large proportions, the S-Cross came with generous interior space. The rear occupants enjoyed good legroom and headroom and even the boot (353 litres) was fairly large! The average Indian buyer is space-conscious when buying a car, and thus would find the S-Cross interesting.

While it could miss out on modern features like a sunroof or connected car technology, the kit levels on a higher-spec S-Cross won't disappoint you.

During its sales run, we saw the S-Cross with a series of petrol and diesel engine options. It could be had with a 1.5-litre K-Series Petrol, 1.3-litre DDiS Diesel and the crowd-favourite 1.6-litre DDiS Diesel. The K15 was known for its refinement and robustness and came with the choice of a four-speed torque converter and five-speed manual transmission. It even had an integrated mild-hybrid tech on offer.

The 1.3-litre DDiS Fiat-source diesel engine was familiar. It was the same used in the Swifts and Dzires of its time and was known for its frugal nature and reliability. On the S-Cross, it felt slightly underpowered, but never disappointed in terms of mileage.

It is rare to find a well-kept S-Cross with the 1.6-litre DDiS diesel engine. Do not lose the deal if you actually come across one. This powertrain was for the enthusiasts and delivered strong performance and a massive chunk of torque. It was, however, discontinued in 2017.

The vehicle has an excellent suspension setup and felt stable on highways and at high speeds. It was in fact, European-tuned to achieve a solid, comfortable ride.

Low running costs is another big advantage. Most pre-owned car buyers are likely to be cost-conscious. The spare parts for this car are relatively inexpensive. Choosing a diesel engine will further bring the running costs down. Sourcing parts and carrying out services will not likely be cumbersome with Maruti's widespread dealer and touchpoint networks.

The Challenges

Now, here are a few things to watch out for if you're actually planning to buy one.

• Since the S-Cross is no longer in production, you might face difficulty in selling it off after 2030.
• The diesel engine isn't BS6 compliant and using it in areas like Delhi NCR could be tricky.
• Pay close attention to the condition of the car while buying, and specifically check for rattles. There will be strong rattles if the vehicle has been abused in the past.

Owners have also reported suspension noises primarily arising from the stabilizer link rods when the vehicle is being driven through rough roads. Get the vehicle checked in detail by a knowledgeable mechanic.

Bottomline

A used Maruti S-Cross offers great value for your money in 2025. If you are looking for a large, practical and comfortable family car under 10 lakh, this could be a great option to consider. Skip if you are after a flashy-looking, tech-loaded small car. Consider yourself lucky if you manage to find a well-kept example of the S-Cross 1.6!