CNG Car Sales September 2026: Ertiga Leads as Market Grows 26%; Maruti Suzuki Holds 66% Share
India's CNG passenger vehicle dispatches crossed 1.05 lakh units in September 2026. Maruti Suzuki retained its dominance, Hyundai recorded 50% growth, and Tata Punch emerged as the best-selling non-Maruti CNG model.
India's factory-fitted CNG passenger vehicle market continued its upward trajectory in September 2026, with total dispatches reaching 1,05,410 units, compared with 83,357 units in September 2025. This represents a year-on-year (YoY) increase of 26.5%, or an additional 22,053 vehicles.
The market also remained broadly stable on a sequential basis. Compared with August 2026 dispatches of 1,05,249 units, September volumes increased marginally by 161 units, or 0.2%.
Maruti Suzuki continued to dominate the segment, contributing nearly two-thirds of all CNG passenger vehicles dispatched during the month. However, Hyundai emerged as the fastest-growing manufacturer in percentage terms, while Tata Motors maintained its position as India's second-largest CNG passenger vehicle manufacturer.
At the model level, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga remained the country's highest-selling CNG car, narrowly ahead of the Dzire. Tata Punch, Hyundai Aura and Maruti Suzuki Victoris were among the other major contributors.
Manufacturer-wise CNG sales and market share
Manufacturer | Sep'26 | Sep'25 | YoY | Share |
Maruti Suzuki | 69,780 | 54,878 | +27.2% | 66.2% |
Tata Motors | 20,171 | 17,825 | +13.2% | 19.1% |
Hyundai | 11,908 | 7,933 | +50.1% | 11.3% |
Toyota | 3,551 | 2,721 | +30.5% | 3.4% |
Total | 1,05,410 | 83,357 | +26.5% | 100% |
Complete CNG car sales ranking – September 2026
Rank | Model | Sep'26 | Sep'25 | YoY |
1 | Maruti Ertiga | 12,481 | 10,803 | +16% |
2 | Maruti Dzire | 12,026 | 12,494 | -4% |
3 | Maruti Wagon R | 8,596 | 8,381 | +3% |
4 | Tata Punch | 8,473 | 6,502 | +30% |
5 | Hyundai Aura | 7,278 | 4,979 | +46% |
6 | Maruti Victoris | 7,216 | 1,449 | +398% |
7 | Maruti Brezza | 7,214 | 3,791 | +90% |
8 | Tata Nexon | 7,149 | 7,324 | -2% |
9 | Maruti Fronx | 6,034 | 4,670 | +29% |
10 | Maruti Eeco | 5,823 | 5,540 | +5% |
11 | Maruti Swift | 3,022 | 2,855 | +6% |
12 | Hyundai Exter | 2,972 | 1,913 | +55% |
13 | Maruti Baleno | 2,849 | 1,707 | +67% |
14 | Maruti Grand Vitara | 2,274 | 1,383 | +64% |
15 | Toyota Rumion | 2,079 | 475 | +338% |
16 | Maruti XL6 | 1,942 | 1,204 | +61% |
17 | Tata Tiago | 1,792 | 2,329 | -23% |
18 | Hyundai Grand i10 | 1,658 | 1,041 | +59% |
19 | Tata Aeris | 1,390 | 0 | New |
20 | Tata Altroz | 1,118 | 1,324 | -16% |
21 | Toyota Hyryder | 901 | 1,205 | -25% |
22 | Toyota Taisor | 558 | 492 | +13% |
23 | Tata Tigor | 249 | 346 | -28% |
24 | Maruti Celerio | 206 | 124 | +66% |
25 | Maruti Alto | 97 | 392 | -75% |
26 | Toyota Glanza | 13 | 549 | -98% |
27 | Maruti S-Presso | 0 | 85 | -100% |
Total | 1,05,410 | 83,357 | +26.5% |
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga sold 12,481 units, maintaining its lead in India's CNG passenger vehicle market with a 16% YoY increase from 10,803 units. Its success underscores the demand for CNG-powered MPVs offering seven-seat practicality and lower fuel costs.
Maruti Suzuki Dzire sold 12,026 units, securing second place with a 4% decline from last year's 12,494 units. Despite this, it remained a strong CNG model, just 455 units behind the Ertiga. Together, Ertiga and Dzire accounted for 24,507 units, or 23.2% of the CNG car market.
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R recorded 8,596 CNG dispatches, growing 3% YoY from 8,381 units, maintaining its key position in the entry-level CNG market for affordable, fuel-efficient urban transportation.
Tata Punch sold 8,473 units in September 2026, marking a 30% YoY increase from 6,502 units. It was the highest-selling non-Maruti CNG model, highlighting growing demand for factory-fitted CNG in SUV-inspired designs.
Hyundai Aura recorded a strong performance with 7,278 units, marking a 46% YoY growth from 4,979 units. It was Hyundai's top CNG model, contributing about 61% of the manufacturer's September CNG volumes.
Maruti Suzuki Victoris recorded 7,216 CNG dispatches, a 398% YoY growth from 1,449 units in September 2025. This marks the largest absolute increase among CNG models, adding 5,767 units over last year, and highlights the growing traction for CNG powertrains in the SUV category.
Maruti Suzuki Brezza reported 7,214 CNG dispatches, a 90% YoY growth from last year's 3,791 units. In September 2026, Brezza and Victoris had nearly identical CNG dispatch volumes, separated by just two units.
Tata Nexon recorded 7,149 CNG dispatches, slightly below the 7,324 units in September 2025. Despite a 2% YoY decline, it remained a leading CNG SUV in India and Tata Motors' second-largest CNG contributor.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx sold 6,034 CNG units, a 29% increase from 4,670 units, enhancing the brand's presence in the crossover segment and expanding its CNG portfolio.
Maruti Suzuki Eeco sold 5,823 units, marking a 5% YoY growth. Its consistent presence among India's top CNG models highlights the demand for practical, cost-effective vehicles.
Maruti Suzuki Swift – 3,022 Units (+6% YoY) Swift recorded 3,022 CNG dispatches in September 2026, a 6% increase from 2,855 units in 2025, maintaining its popularity among CNG hatchbacks.
Hyundai Exter – 2,972 Units (+55% YoY) Exter registered 2,972 CNG dispatches, a 55% rise from 1,913 units last year, becoming Hyundai's second-largest CNG contributor.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno – 2,849 Units (+67% YoY) Baleno recorded 2,849 CNG dispatches, a 67% increase from 1,707 units in 2025, indicating strong growth in the premium hatchback segment.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara – 2,274 Units (+64% YoY) Grand Vitara reported 2,274 CNG dispatches, a 64% rise from 1,383 units last year, expanding CNG presence in the midsize SUV segment.
Toyota Rumion – 2,079 Units (+338% YoY). Rumion recorded 2,079 dispatches, a 338% increase from 475 units in 2025, highlighting the demand for CNG-powered seven-seater MPVs.
Maruti Suzuki XL6 – 1,942 Units (+61% YoY).XL6 registered 1,942 CNG dispatches, a 61% increase from 1,204 units last year, showing growing acceptance of premium CNG MPVs.
Tata Tiago – 1,792 Units (-23% YoY).Tiago recorded 1,792 CNG dispatches, a 23% decline from 2,329 units last year, contrasting with the growth of the Tata Punch.
Hyundai Grand i10 – 1,658 Units (+59% YoY). Grand i10 registered 1,658 CNG dispatches, a 59% rise from 1,041 units in 2025, contributing to Hyundai's overall CNG growth.
Tata Aeris – 1,390 Units (New Entry).Aeris entered the rankings with 1,390 dispatches, boosting Tata Motors' CNG portfolio.
Tata Altroz – 1,118 Units (-16% YoY).Altroz recorded 1,118 CNG dispatches, a 16% decline from 1,324 units in 2025, continuing to contribute to Tata's CNG volumes.
Toyota Hyryder – 901 Units (-25% YoY).Hyryder registered 901 CNG dispatches, a 25% decline from 1,205 units last year.
Toyota Taisor – 558 Units (+13% YoY).Taisor recorded 558 CNG dispatches, a 13% rise from 492 units in 2025, strengthening Toyota's presence in the compact crossover segment.
Tata Tigor – 249 Units (-28% YoY).Tigor registered 249 CNG dispatches, a 28% decline from 346 units last year.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio – 206 Units (+66% YoY).Celerio recorded 206 CNG dispatches, a 66% rise from 124 units in 2025.
Maruti Suzuki Alto – 97 Units (-75% YoY).Alto registered 97 CNG dispatches, a 75% decline from 392 units in 2025.
Toyota Glanza – 13 Units (-98% YoY).Glanza recorded 13 CNG dispatches, a 98% decline from 549 units last year.
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso – 0 Units (-100% YoY).S-Presso registered zero CNG dispatches, a 100% decline from 85 units in 2025.
Auto Punditz Take
India's CNG passenger vehicle market is expanding beyond entry-level hatchbacks and fleet sedans.
September 2026 dispatches highlight the rising role of SUVs and crossovers, with Tata Punch, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Brezza, Nexon, and Fronx as key drivers.
Maruti Suzuki leads the market, holding over 66% with its extensive CNG lineup, while Hyundai and Tata Motors increase competition.
The market's significant shift is not just the 26.5% YoY growth, but also the diversification of CNG demand across vehicle categories.
Manufacturers see opportunities in offering lower running costs with the styling and features Indian buyers expect.
With monthly dispatches exceeding one lakh units for two months, CNG remains a vital powertrain option in India's market.
