BMW Group India is preparing for another price revision in 2026, potentially from October, as the luxury carmaker faces continued pressure from a weaker rupee, rising commodity prices and higher logistics costs. If implemented, this would be BMW’s fourth price increase in India this calendar year. BMW has already revised prices three times in 2026. The first increase of up to 3% came into effect in January, followed by hikes of up to 2% in April and another up to 2% from July

Hyundai Motor India is preparing to expand its SUV portfolio with a new midsize offering, and Bayon name is confirmed production name for the upcoming model. The SUV, known internally by the codename Bc4i, has been undergoing testing in India for several months and is expected to be positioned below the Creta. Hyundai has officially confirmed that a Bayon will join its Indian portfolio during FY2026-27. The company's FY26 financial results stated that one of its two new SUV n

BYD is preparing to significantly expand its presence at the premium end of the Indian electric vehicle market with the introduction of its luxury sub-brand Denza. The brand is expected to enter India by the end of 2026, and one of the headline products will be the Denza Z9 GT, a high-performance electric shooting brake producing a staggering 1,156hp. The Z9 GT will be joined by the Denza D9 luxury electric MPV, giving the brand two very different flagship products at launch.

JSW Motors is preparing to make its independent entry into the Indian passenger vehicle market, and its first model is now expected to be called the JSW Combat. The upcoming SUV will be based on the Chery Jetour T2, a rugged five-seat SUV sold in several international markets. For India, the model is expected to receive JSW-specific design changes, branding and a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The Combat could make its India debut during the upcoming festive season, potentially m

Nissan recorded 3,426 units in August 2026, registering 148% year-on-year growth over the 1,384 units recorded in August 2025. However, monthly volumes declined 24% from 4,518 units in July 2026. The Magnite remained Nissan’s highest-selling model, narrowly ahead of the Gravite. Both models posted modest month-on-month growth, while a sharp decline in Tekton volumes pulled down the overall tally. Nissan Sales August 2026 – Model-Wise Performance Model Aug 2026 Aug 2025 YoY Gr

Tata Punch EV prices have increased by ₹10,000 to ₹20,000. The electric SUV now costs between ₹9.79 lakh and ₹12.99 lakh, ex-showroom.

Honda recorded 5,385 units in domestic dispatches in August 2026, registering 40% year-on-year growth over 3,850 units in August 2025. However, volumes declined 10% month-on-month from 6,014 units in July 2026. The Amaze drove Honda’s annual growth, doubling its dispatches and accounting for nearly two-thirds of the brand’s monthly total. The Elevate, City and ZR-V all recorded lower volumes compared with July. Honda Model-Wise Sales – August 2026 Model Aug 2026 Aug 2025 YoY

BMW India is targeting around 30% EV penetration in H2 2026 after electric vehicles accounted for 26% of its H1 sales. Local production, a wider EV portfolio and rapid premiumisation are expected to drive further growth.

Renault recorded domestic dispatches of 2,842 units in August 2026, down 6% year-on-year from 3,015 units in August 2025. Volumes also declined 14% month-on-month compared with 3,293 units in July 2026. The Triber remained Renault’s largest volume contributor, accounting for over half of the brand’s monthly dispatches. The Kwid posted strong growth over its year-ago base, while the Kiger recorded a sharp annual decline. All four models registered lower dispatches compared wit

BMW has launched the facelifted 7 Series and i7 in India, with prices starting at ₹1.95 crore. The locally assembled i7 50 xDrive offers a claimed 728km WLTP range.

Kia India has opened pre-bookings for the Carens CNG, Carens Clavis CNG and Carnival Hybrid. The Carens-based models get a factory-fitted 1.5-litre petrol-CNG powertrain, while the Carnival Hybrid uses a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol hybrid setup. Prices will be announced shortly.

Hyundai has launched new Lounge Editions of the Creta, Creta Electric and Alcazar, with prices starting at ₹19.22 lakh. The range adds rear-seat entertainment, exclusive styling and a new five-seat Alcazar configuration.

VinFast has strengthened its NCR presence with a new 11,500 sq. ft. 3S showroom in Sector 63, Noida. The facility showcases the VF 6 and VF 7 while offering sales, service and spare-parts support.

Hyundai has confirmed a localised mass-market electric SUV based on a dedicated EV platform. Expected to arrive by 2027, it will be developed specifically for Indian customers.

JSW Group and Volkswagen Group have signed a non-binding MoU for a proposed 51:49 joint venture covering Skoda-Volkswagen’s India passenger vehicle operations. The two sides will now begin exclusive valuation and due-diligence talks, with a binding agreement targeted by the end of 2026.

India’s sub-4m SUV segment recorded 1,21,391 units in August 2026, up 40.9% YoY. Tata Punch led with 21,320 units, followed closely by Maruti Fronx and Tata Nexon.

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India’s sedan market grew 15.7% YoY in August 2026 to 32,913 units. Maruti Suzuki Dzire retained an overwhelming lead with 18,418 units and 56% share, while Honda Amaze emerged as the biggest gainer with 100.3% YoY growth.

Volkswagen reported sales of 2,283 units in August 2026, down from 2,719 units in August 2025, marking a 16% year-on-year decline. Compared with July 2026, when the brand recorded 2,715 units, volumes also fell by 16%. The Virtus remained Volkswagen’s highest-selling model, followed by the Taigun. Together, these two models contributed 2,239 units, accounting for approximately 98% of the brand’s August volumes. The table below shows Volkswagen’s model-wise performance: Model

Tata recorded total passenger vehicle dispatches of 65,253 units in August 2026, registering a strong 59% year-on-year growth over the 41,001 units dispatched in August 2025. Volumes also increased 4% month-on-month from 62,611 units in July 2026. Punch remained Tata’s highest-selling model, followed by Nexon, while Tiago delivered substantial growth. Together, Punch and Nexon contributed 39,751 units—nearly 61% of Tata’s total dispatches during the month. Model Aug 2026 Aug