The Maruti Suzuki Dzire emerged as the best-selling car in India for May 2026, with total dispatches of 24,546 units, marking a robust 36 percent year-on-year growth. The latest-generation Dzire received revised styling, enhanced features, and an upgraded safety package last year. It is powered by Maruti's 1.2-litre Z-Series petrol engine and is also available with a factory-fitted CNG option.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Ertiga Secure Top Positions
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx secured the second spot with sales of 20,686 units in May 2026. This crossover has quickly become one of Maruti's strongest-selling Nexa products since its launch. Available with both naturally aspirated and turbo-petrol engine options, the Fronx is positioned as a coupe-style compact SUV and is sold in petrol and CNG versions. It registered a strong 52 percent year-on-year growth.
The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga retained its position as India's highest-selling MPV with sales of 20,350 units. The three-row MPV continues to attract strong demand from large families and commercial buyers. Powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine with petrol and CNG options, the Ertiga posted a 26 percent year-on-year increase in sales.
Tata Motors and Other Key Models
Tata Motors secured the fourth position with the Punch, including EV sales, which clocked 20,208 units during the month. The Punch has consistently remained one of Tata's strongest-selling products due to its micro-SUV positioning and 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating. The model registered a 54 percent year-on-year growth.
The Tata Nexon finished fifth with sales of 19,100 units. Offered with petrol, diesel, CNG, and electric powertrain options, the Nexon remains one of the widest-ranging compact SUVs in the country. It recorded a 46 percent year-on-year growth.
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno emerged as one of the fastest-growing cars in the top 10 list. The premium hatchback recorded sales of 18,396 units and posted the highest year-on-year growth among the top-selling models at 58 percent. Sold through the Nexa dealership chain, the Baleno continues to compete in the premium hatchback segment with features such as a heads-up display and 360-degree camera.
The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R continued its strong run in the hatchback segment with sales of 18,076 units in May 2026. The tall-boy hatchback remains one of India's highest-selling cars due to its practical cabin space and fuel-efficient powertrains. The Wagon R lineup includes petrol and CNG options and recorded a 30 percent year-on-year growth.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift secured the eighth spot with total sales of 17,519 units. The latest-generation Swift was launched last year with updated styling and a new Z-Series petrol engine aimed at improving efficiency. The hatchback registered a 24 percent year-on-year increase compared to the same period last year.
The Mahindra Scorpio, including both the Scorpio N and Scorpio Classic, recorded combined sales of 15,774 units in May 2026. The Scorpio range continues to be one of Mahindra's strongest-performing SUV nameplates, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 markets. The SUV lineup posted a 10 percent year-on-year growth.
Rounding off the top 10 list was the Hyundai Creta, which sold 15,253 units during the month. Hyundai recently introduced the updated Creta with refreshed styling, ADAS features, and a revised cabin layout. The midsize SUV continues to be available with petrol, turbo-petrol, and diesel engine options, and recorded a 3 percent year-on-year increase in May 2026.
