India’s sedan market delivered a surprisingly strong performance in May 2026, with total sales of the listed sedans standing at 37,055 units, compared to 30,646 units in May 2025. This translates to a healthy 20.9% year-on-year growth, showing that despite the SUV wave, sedans continue to have a loyal customer base in India. The growth was led almost single-handedly by the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, which remained the undisputed sedan king of India. Best-Selling Sedans in India for

Maruti Suzuki achieved its highest-ever monthly sales in May 2026, registering a total volume of 2,42,688 units, includes domestic + exports combined. It recorded domestic dispatches of 1,93,535 units and 41,914 units in exports. Domestic passenger vehicle sales jumped by 40% year-on-year, compared to 1,35,962 units in May 2025. This translates to a robust 40% year-on-year growth, highlighting the brand’s continued dominance in the Indian car market. On a month-on-month basi

India’s passenger vehicle market in May 2026 remained heavily tilted towards SUVs, but the month’s best-selling car was a sedan. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire emerged as India’s No.1 selling car in May 2026 with 24,546 units, registering a strong 36% year-on-year growth over May 2025. The Top 25 list also highlights three major themes: Maruti Suzuki’s continued volume dominance, Tata’s strong compact SUV momentum, and the rising weight of SUVs in India’s sales mix. Out of the Top 2

India’s passenger vehicle market stayed resilient in May 2026, with the top OEMs in the snapshot collectively dispatching 4,40,808 units. This marked a strong 26.0% year-on-year growth over 3,49,713 units in May 2025. However, compared to April 2026, the market was almost flat with a marginal 0.2% month-on-month decline, indicating that the industry maintained volumes after a strong April performance. The biggest story of May 2026 was Maruti Suzuki’s sharp market share expans

Tata Motors has showcased its widest-ever commercial vehicle portfolio in Cape Town, South Africa, displaying 11 vehicles across electric trucks, pickups, buses and heavy-duty applications. The move highlights the company’s growing focus on Africa as a key international market for its commercial vehicle business. Tata Motors’ Cape Town showcase was not just a product display. It was a clear statement of intent. The company brought together a wide mix of vehicles designed for

Tata Motors is preparing one of its most important product years in recent times, with a focused FY2027 roadmap that combines new EV launches, facelift updates and premium electric brand activity. The company’s product pipeline is expected to help Tata strengthen its position in SUVs, EVs and alternative powertrains at a time. NEW MODELS: The Big Debuts These are the two cars everyone's talking about — both electric, both significant. Sierra EV EV Q2 FY27 · July–September 20

India’s hybrid car market witnessed a sharp month-on-month decline in April 2026. As per the attached data, total hybrid car sales stood at 8,600 units in April 2026, compared to 11,073 units in March 2026. This translates to a 22.3% MoM decline, mainly due to a significant drop in Toyota Innova Hycross and Hyryder volumes. Despite the slowdown, Toyota continued to dominate India’s hybrid car space, while Maruti Suzuki gained momentum with strong growth from the Victoris, Gra

Volkswagen India reported total domestic sales of 2,828 units in April 2026, witnessing a marginal 1% year-on-year (YoY) decline compared to 2,851 units sold in April 2025. On a month-on-month (MoM) basis, sales also declined 8% from 3,082 units recorded in March 2026. Volkswagen Taigun remained Volkswagen India’s highest-selling model with 1,543 units sold in April 2026. The SUV registered a healthy 34% YoY growth and an impressive 70% MoM increase, making it Volkswagen’s...

India’s sub-4 metre SUV segment is preparing for its next big battle. After years of domination by models like Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 3XO, the category is now moving into a new phase driven by hybrids, EVs, rugged lifestyle designs and more premium features. Between 2026 and 2028, almost every major carmaker is expected to bring a new or heavily updated compact SUV to India. The compact SUV segment is entering its most competitive

Skoda Auto India reported total domestic sales of 6,886 units in April 2026, witnessing a 6% year-on-year (YoY) decline compared to 7,302 units sold in April 2025. On a month-on-month (MoM) basis as well, sales declined 13% from 7,928 units recorded in March 2026. Despite the overall slowdown, Skoda’s SUV portfolio continued to remain the backbone of the brand, with the Kylaq and Kushaq together contributing nearly 86% of total monthly sales. Skoda Kylaq continued to lead Sko

Toyota Vellfire has crossed the 5,000-unit cumulative sales milestone in India, with total sales reaching 5,001 units by April 2026. For a premium luxury MPV positioned in a niche segment, this is an important achievement and highlights the Vellfire’s strong acceptance among high-end buyers looking for comfort, exclusivity, hybrid efficiency, and chauffeur-driven luxury. The Vellfire was never meant to be a mass-market product. Instead, it has built its success on a very clea

Suzuki Motor Corporation surprised markets this week as its shares surged despite growing analyst concerns over geopolitical instability in the Middle East. The Japanese automaker delivered a stronger-than-expected earnings performance, reassuring investors about its resilience even as global risks continue to rise. The company reported an operating profit of ¥622.9 billion for FY2026, slightly ahead of analyst expectations. The earnings boost came despite rising commodity pr

India’s electric passenger vehicle market witnessed a slight slowdown in April 2026 after a strong March performance. Total EV dispatches stood at 22,878 units, down 7.4% month-on-month from 24,716 units in March 2026. Despite the monthly dip, the segment continues to show healthy momentum as more automakers expand their EV portfolios and consumers gradually shift toward electric mobility. OEM-Wise Electric Car Sales – April 2026 Rank OEM Apr’26 Sales MoM Growth Market Share

Nissan Motor India reported total domestic sales of 3,203 units in April 2026, registering a significant 76% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to 1,825 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, sales declined sharply by 27% from 4,408 units recorded in March 2026. The April performance highlights Nissan’s continued dependence on the Magnite compact SUV, while the newly introduced Gravite helped strengthen the company’s portfolio during the month. Ni

MG Motor India reported total domestic sales of 6,018 units in April 2026, registering a modest 3% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to 5,829 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, sales declined 8% from 6,528 units recorded in March 2026. The April sales performance highlights MG’s growing focus on electric mobility, with strong momentum from the Comet EV and steady demand for the Hector, while the Windsor continued to remain the brand’s volume

For the first time in automotive history, a seismic shift is occurring in the hierarchy of Japanese car manufacturers. Suzuki Motor Corp is projected to overtake Honda Motor Co. in global sales volume for the fiscal year ending March 2027, effectively becoming Japan's second-largest automaker. This milestone marks a definitive transition where regional dominance in India has translated into a global leadership position. Metric Suzuki (FY2027 Forecast) Honda (FY2027 Forecast)

Honda Cars India reported total domestic sales of 4,069 units in April 2026, registering a 21% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to 3,360 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, sales witnessed a sharp 46% decline from 7,585 units recorded in March 2026. The Honda Amaze remained Honda’s best-selling model with 2,856 units sold in April 2026. The compact sedan posted a strong 41% YoY growth, highlighting continued demand in the affordable sedan seg

In a landmark announcement today, Honda Motor Company revealed a major pivot in its global strategy, placing India at the center of its future growth. CEO Toshihiro Mibe confirmed that the brand is moving away from its "one-size-fits-all" global approach to focus on products designed specifically for the Indian market. Here are the key takeaways from Honda’s new roadmap: 1. Tailor-Made for India Honda admitted that its "global standard" models were often too "excessive" for l

When Maruti Suzuki quietly obtained India's first Automobile Freight Train Operator (AFTO) licence in 2013, it was a modest experiment — a single bet that railways could do more than move passengers across a vast country. Thirteen years later, that bet has compounded into something remarkable: over three million vehicles dispatched by rail, a number that reshapes how we think about automotive supply chains in the world's most populous nation. This isn't just a win for the log

Toyota Kirloskar Motor reported total domestic sales of 30,159 units in April 2026, registering a strong 21% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to 24,833 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, sales declined 14% from 35,168 units recorded in March 2026. Toyota Innova Hycross and Innova Crysta lineup remained Toyota’s highest-selling portfolio with 9,630 units sold in April 2026. The Innova family registered a healthy 25% YoY growth, though monthly