Demio 13S

The Mazda Demio 13S is a 1300cc petrol automatic hatchback that sits in the light city car segment. It is aimed at urban commuters who want something more refined than a Mehran or Alto but do not want the running costs of a larger sedan. In Pakistani city traffic, expect roughly 10 to 13 km per litre depending on AC use and driving conditions. The 1.3 litre engine is relaxed rather than sporty, and the automatic gearbox makes stop-and-go traffic genuinely easy to manage day to day.

The Demio is a Japanese import and parts availability is moderate — major cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad have suppliers stocking common items, but you may wait longer for less common components compared to Honda or Toyota. Local mechanics familiar with Japanese grey imports can handle routine work, but specialist knowledge helps. At this age, check the CVT or automatic transmission fluid condition, suspension bushings, and AC cooling performance. Resale is decent in urban markets where Japanese hatchbacks have a following, though not as strong as Corolla or City.