Maruti, Kia break records as May 2026 PV sales accelerate across India
Maruti Suzuki posted record domestic PV sales of 1,93,535 units (+40%) in May 2026, while Kia hit a highest-ever May at 27,586 units (+23.6%). Tata (+42%), Mahindra (+11%), Hyundai (+9.1%) and Toyota (+4%) all grew. Fuel price hikes drove EV/CNG bookings, with e-VITARA crossing 4,000 bookings.
Indian passenger vehicle sales surged in May 2026, with Maruti Suzuki posting record 1.93 lakh domestic units (+40%) and Kia hitting highest-ever May at 27,586 units. Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai, Toyota also grew; EV and CNG bookings jumped on fuel price hikes.
Why this matters
Extends Maruti's record run after May's 242,688-unit total and 35% YoY growth beat, with CNG bookings up 40% as fuel hikes redirect buyers — now reinforced by a record domestic PV print.
Retail-brand activity steady with 817 signals over the last 90 days.