Maruti Suzuki April sales hit record 2.39 lakh units, up 33%
Synopsis
Maruti Suzuki didn't just have a good April — it had its best April ever. With total sales crossing 2.39 lakh units and domestic volumes surpassing even December 2025's peak, the country's largest carmaker is entering FY27 at full throttle, backed by a mini-car revival and an unstoppable SUV run.
Key Takeaways
Maruti Suzuki India posted record April sales of 2,39,646 units , up 33.29% year-on-year.
Domestic sales hit an all-time high of 1,91,122 units , surpassing the previous peak of 1,82,165 units from December 2025 .
Mini car sales more than doubled to 16,066 units from 6,332 units in April 2025 .
UV segment sales rose to 77,892 units ; compact segment to 80,659 units .
Exports jumped over 43% to 40,054 units in April.
Annual production hit a record 23.4 lakh units in FY2025-26 ; target set at 40 lakh units per annum .
Maruti Suzuki India, the country's largest carmaker, posted its highest-ever April sales of 2,39,646 units in April 2026, marking a sharp 33.29% jump over 1,79,791 units sold in the same month last year. The record signals a strong start to the new financial year, driven by broad-based demand across segments — from entry-level mini cars to utility vehicles.
Record Domestic Sales Surpass Previous Peak
Domestic sales climbed to an all-time high of 1,91,122 units in April, up from 1,42,053 units a year ago. This surpasses the company's previous domestic peak of 1,82,165 units recorded in December 2025, underscoring sustained consumer appetite for Maruti's portfolio even as broader economic conditions remain mixed.
Mini and Compact Cars Lead the Surge
Growth was most pronounced in the entry-level segment. The mini car category — comprising models like Alto and S-Presso — more than doubled to 16,066 units from just 6,332 units in April 2025, suggesting a revival in first-time buyer demand. The compact segment, which includes Baleno, Swift, Dzire, and WagonR, also delivered strong numbers, rising to 80,659 units from 61,912 units a year earlier.
SUV Momentum Holds Firm
The utility vehicle portfolio continued its upward trajectory, reflecting sustained consumer preference for SUVs. Sales in this segment — spanning Brezza, Ertiga, Fronx, and Grand Vitara — climbed to 77,892 units from 59,022 units in the corresponding period last year. Notably, this is the third consecutive quarter in which Maruti's UV segment has posted year-on-year growth above 30%.
Exports and LCV Performance
Exports contributed significantly to overall growth, rising to 40,054 units in April from 27,911 units a year earlier — a jump of over 43%. Meanwhile, sales of the light commercial vehicle Super Carry remained broadly stable at 3,418 units, marginally higher than 3,349 units reported in April 2025.
Record Annual Production and Ambitious Targets Ahead
The April sales milestone follows another landmark: Maruti Suzuki achieved its highest-ever annual production volume of 23.4 lakh units in FY2025-26, making it the only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) in India to reach this production level for passenger vehicles. The company is also the only facility within Suzuki Motor Corporation's global manufacturing network to achieve this volume, according to its official statement. Looking ahead, Maruti Suzuki has set an ambitious target of scaling production capacity to approximately 40 lakh units per annum.
Point of View
But the mini-car doubling deserves closer scrutiny — it may reflect pent-up demand or aggressive channel-filling ahead of a model refresh cycle, not a structural revival of the entry segment. The SUV momentum is real and durable, but Maruti's UV share is still playing catch-up with Hyundai and Tata. The 40-lakh production target is bold; the question is whether demand-side fundamentals — rural income, financing costs, and fuel prices — will keep pace with that supply ambition over the next three years.
NationPress
1 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Maruti Suzuki's April 2026 total sales figures?
Maruti Suzuki India reported total sales of 2,39,646 units in April 2026, a 33.29% increase over 1,79,791 units sold in April 2025. This is the company's highest-ever monthly sales for the month of April.
Which segment drove Maruti Suzuki's record April sales?
Growth was broad-based, but the mini car segment — including Alto and S-Presso — more than doubled to 16,066 units. The compact and utility vehicle segments also posted strong gains, contributing 80,659 and 77,892 units respectively.
What is Maruti Suzuki's domestic sales record in April 2026?
Domestic sales reached 1,91,122 units in April 2026, an all-time high that surpasses the previous peak of 1,82,165 units recorded in December 2025.
How did Maruti Suzuki's exports perform in April 2026?
Exports rose to 40,054 units in April 2026, up from 27,911 units in the same month last year — a year-on-year increase of over 43%.
What is Maruti Suzuki's annual production target going forward?
After achieving a record annual production of 23.4 lakh units in FY2025-26, Maruti Suzuki aims to scale capacity to approximately 40 lakh units per annum, according to the company's statement.
