Kia India March 2026 Sales: Record-Breaking 29,112 Units, Sonet & Seltos Lead

The Sub-4m SUV segment  continues to be the backbone of India’s passenger vehicle market in FY2026, driven by affordability, high feature content, and strong urban demand. With total sales reaching 12.9 lakh units , the segment registered a healthy 6.3% YoY growth , reaffirming its position as the most competitive and high-volume space in the industry. This segment, comprising compact SUVs under 4 meters, has evolved into a battleground for OEMs, offering a mix of ICE and EV

The Indian automotive industry has crossed a significant milestone in Fiscal Year 2026, showcasing a robust 13.0% Year-on-Year (YoY) growth . According to the latest VAHAN data from FADA (Federation of Automobile Dealers Association), total passenger vehicle sales surged to 47,05,056 units , up from 41,63,927 in FY2025. Disclaimer: The above numbers do not have figures from TS. Vehicle Retail Data has been collated as on 02.04.26 in collaboration with the Ministry of Road Tra

Toyota India Sales March 2026: Hyryder Hits Record High, Rumion Surges

Hyundai India posted 55,064 units in March 2026, a moderate 6% YoY gain over 51,820 units in March 2025. More encouragingly, the brand also grew 5% month-on-month from February's 52,407 units — suggesting a genuine sequential recovery, not just a base effect. The Hyundai Creta  remains the undisputed king of the portfolio. Despite a marginal 1% dip in both YoY and MoM performance, it contributed nearly a third of Hyundai's total volume with 17,838 units . Following closely is

Mahindra & Mahindra continues its aggressive pursuit of the SUV market, ending the 2025-26 fiscal year with a powerful performance. In March 2026, the automaker clocked 60,272 units, marking a significant 25% Year-on-Year (YoY) growth. While Month-on-Month (MoM) sales remained flat, the brand's shift toward its "New-Age" SUV portfolio is becoming increasingly evident. Scorpio  remains the brand's bestseller with 14,578 units . While it saw a marginal 1% MoM dip, it grew 5% Yo

India’s passenger vehicle industry closed FY2026 (April 2025 – March 2026) on a strong note, clocking total sales of 46.83 Lakh units , reflecting a healthy 8.4% year-on-year (YoY) growth . The industry reflects a resilient economy, though a deeper look at the data reveals a significant reshuffling of the "Big Three" and a clear shift in consumer preference toward premium SUVs. The Battle for No. 2: Mahindra Overtakes Tata and Hyundai The most striking headline of FY2026 is M

Nissan India is pushing aggressive retail support on the Magnite for April 2026, combining exchange-heavy benefits, early booking incentives, and low-interest finance schemes . Compared to previous months, the strategy has shifted more towards exchange-driven conversion and booking-linked schemes , rather than pure upfront cash discounts. The highlight this month is the Early Booking Bonanza (₹20,500–₹22,500 with 5-year PMP)  along with enhanced exchange bonuses of up to ₹55,

Honda Cars India has rolled out a comprehensive set of consumer offers for April 2026, covering its entire portfolio including the Amaze, City, and Elevate. Compared to March, most schemes have been carried forward with tactical enhancements , especially around accessories, hybrid benefits, and higher trims. The focus is clearly on improving conversion in a highly competitive SUV-heavy market. Honda Amaze Honda continues to position the Amaze as a strong value-driven sedan in

Toyota India has introduced a structured set of consumer offers for April 2026 across key models including the Glanza, Taisor, Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Hilux, and Rumion. Unlike mass-market brands that rely heavily on cash discounts, Toyota continues to focus on value stacking through exchange, loyalty, and accessory benefits , keeping upfront price erosion controlled. This month’s schemes show a clear push on Hyryder Neo Drive variants and Kiger-rival Taisor , while lifestyle

Renault India has rolled out aggressive consumer schemes for April 2026, covering its entire portfolio including the Kwid, Triber, and Kiger. The brand is clearly pushing inventory across multiple VIN batches (MY24, MY25, and early MY26), with higher benefits on older stock and calibrated offers on newer production. What stands out this month is the structured layering of benefits including cash discounts, exchange bonuses, loyalty schemes, scrappage (RELIVE), and finance off

Maruti Suzuki has rolled out its April 2026 offers across the Nexa lineup, with benefits going as high as ₹2.15 lakh on premium models like the Invicto hybrid MPV. Unlike Arena, the Nexa portfolio shows a more aggressive and strategic discounting pattern clear pushes on select variants, strong hybrid incentives, and tactical exchange bonuses to drive upgrades. Ignis The Ignis has always been a bit of an oddball in Maruti’s lineup. It doesn’t follow the typical hatchback formu

Maruti Suzuki’s April 2026 offers reflect a balanced strategy, moderate discounts on high-volume hatchbacks, stronger pushes on select trims like Swift AGS and Brezza, and zero discounts on high-demand models like Dzire and Ertiga. Below is a deep-dive, model-wise analysis Alto K10 The Alto K10 continues to be Maruti’s entry ticket into car ownership, and despite the rise of premium hatchbacks, this model still pulls serious volumes in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets. The April 202

Tata Motors has kicked off the final month of the 2025-26 fiscal year with an aggressive performance, solidifying its position as a dominant force in the Indian SUV and EV landscape. With total domestic sales reaching 66,192 units, the homegrown automaker achieved a massive 28% Year-on-Year (YoY) growth and a steady 6% Month-on-Month (MoM) increase. Punch and Nexon emerges as the Power Duo - Tata’s "bread and butter" models continue to fire on all cylinders, collectively acco

India’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, continued its strong dominance in March 2026 with total sales of 1,66,219 units, registering a 10% Year-on-Year (YoY) growth compared to 1,50,743 units in March 2025. On a Month-on-Month (MoM) basis, the company recorded a 3% growth, up from 1,61,000 units in February 2026, signaling steady momentum heading into FY27. Top Performing Models – March 2026 Model March 2026 Sales (Units) YoY Change (%) MoM Change (%) Dzire 21,224 +37% +10%

Hyundai has rolled out its April 2026 consumer offers , bringing aggressive benefits across its hatchback, sedan, and SUV lineup. The scheme combines cash discounts, exchange benefits, scrappage bonuses, rural incentives, and upgrade offers , pushing total savings up to ₹1.10 lakh on select models . A key highlight this month is the additional extra cash offer applicable on all retails till April 30, 2026 , making April one of the stronger months for buyers looking to close d

Maruti Suzuki Dzire emerges as the best-selling car in March 2026, clocking 21,224 units, up 37% YoY. The sedan continues to defy the SUV wave, driven by its strong fleet demand and fuel efficiency. Close behind are Tata’s SUV twins: Punch  at 20,977 units (+18% YoY) and Nexon  at 19,810 units (+21% YoY). These models highlight Tata’s continued dominance in the compact SUV space. SUVs account for a significant majority of the Top 25 list: Hyundai Creta (17,838 units) saw a sl

India’s passenger vehicle (PV) market closed March 2026  on a strong note, clocking 4,47,702 units , marking a robust 16.0% year-on-year (YoY)  growth and a healthy 6.4% month-on-month (MoM)  increase. The data indicate a broad-based recovery in demand, supported by strong retail momentum , improved supply conditions, and continued traction in the SUV segment. However, beneath the surface, market share shifts are becoming more pronounced, with key challengers gaining ground.

VAHAN Car Registrations March 2026: PV Sales Jump 22.8% YoY

Royal Enfield has crossed a historic milestone in FY26, surpassing 1 million domestic motorcycle sales for the first time in its history. This achievement is more than just a volume benchmark—it signals a deeper structural shift in India’s two-wheeler market, where premium motorcycles are no longer niche but increasingly mainstream. Between April 2025 and February 2026, the company recorded domestic sales of over 10 lakh units, already marking a 24 percent year-on-year growth

👉 India exported 8,13,919 passenger vehicles between April 2025 and February 2026, registering a 19% year-on-year growth. Maruti Suzuki led exports with a 47.7% market share, followed by Hyundai at 21.6%.

Vietnamese EV major VinFast is accelerating its India strategy beyond electric cars, with plans to enter the fast-growing electric two-wheeler segment. After making headlines with its upcoming made-in-India VF6 and VF7 electric SUVs, the company is now preparing to launch a range of electric scooters tailored specifically for Indian consumers. VinFast Expands India Play Beyond Electric Cars VinFast has already established its intent in India’s passenger EV space with the VF6

Top 10 Exported Cars from India FY26 – Fronx Leads, Magnite Surges 152%

India’s passenger vehicle (PV) export momentum has decisively crossed a historic milestone. Latest data for April 2025 to February 2026 shows that the industry has already surpassed its previous full-year record, confirming FY26 as a landmark year for exports. Exports Cross All-Time High With One Month Still to Go Cumulative PV exports for Apr’25–Feb’26 stand at 8,13,919 units , exceeding the FY25 full-year record (~7.6 lakh units) even before March data is accounted for. Thi