Tata Motors Q2 FY27 sales hit record 2.01 lakh units, up 40% YoY
Synopsis
Tata Motors just logged its best-ever quarterly sales — 2.01 lakh units in Q2 FY27, up 40% — with its EV business nearly doubling at 90% growth. Maruti Suzuki added a 2.36-lakh-unit September to make it a landmark month for Indian passenger vehicles. With the festive season just beginning, the industry is entering Q3 from a position of unusual strength.
Key Takeaways
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles recorded its highest-ever quarterly sales of 2,01,723 units in Q2 FY27 , up 40% year-on-year.
EV volumes surged 90% YoY to 47,150 units in the same quarter, making it the key growth driver.
In September 2026 , Tata Motors sold 70,210 units , a 15% rise over September 2025.
Maruti Suzuki sold 2,36,013 units in September 2026, up from 1,89,665 units a year ago, with exports at 44,219 units .
Maruti's H1 FY27 total sales reached 13.8 lakh units , against approximately 10.8 lakh units in H1 FY26.
Both companies cited GST 2.0 implementation and consumer demand as key tailwinds heading into the festive quarter.
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited posted its highest-ever quarterly sales of 2,01,723 units in Q2 FY27 (July–September 2026), marking a 40% year-on-year jump from 1,44,397 units in the same quarter last fiscal. The record comes even as the second quarter is traditionally considered a softer period for the automobile industry.
September 2026 Performance
In September 2026 alone, Tata Motors sold 70,210 passenger vehicles — including electric vehicles — a 15% increase from 60,907 units in September 2025. Domestic passenger vehicle sales stood at 68,810 units, while international business contributed 1,400 units during the month.
EV Business Surges 90% in Q2
The company's electric vehicle segment emerged as the standout growth driver, with combined domestic and international EV sales surging 90% year-on-year to 47,150 units in Q2 FY27. This sharp acceleration reflects rising consumer preference for greener mobility and, according to the company, continued tailwinds from GST 2.0 implementation. For the full quarter, domestic passenger vehicle sales climbed to 1,96,674 units from 1,40,189 units a year ago, while international volumes rose 20% to 5,049 units.
What the MD Said
Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited, attributed the performance to strong demand momentum and a healthy order book. 'Looking ahead, we remain optimistic about the festive season, supported by a strong order book and healthy customer traction across the portfolio. As we progressively scale up production, our focus will be on fully leveraging this demand, sustaining our growth momentum and further strengthening our competitive position in the market,' he said.
Maruti Suzuki Posts Strong September Numbers
India's largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, reported total sales of 2,36,013 units in September 2026, up from 1,89,665 units in the year-ago month. Domestic passenger vehicle sales reached 1,81,838 units, compared with 1,32,820 units in September 2025. Total domestic sales, including light commercial vehicles, stood at 1,85,252 units, while exports reached 44,219 units. Sales to other original equipment manufacturers were reported at 6,542 units.
Maruti's H1 FY27 Picture
For the first six months of FY27, Maruti Suzuki's total sales rose to 13.8 lakh units from approximately 10.8 lakh units in the same period last year. Domestic sales including OEM supplies increased to 11.5 lakh units, while exports grew to 2,32,855 units. The numbers indicate a broad-based recovery across both volume and export fronts for the industry leader. With the festive season now under way, both automakers are poised to test whether this momentum can be extended into Q3 FY27.
Point of View
Which could accelerate the structural shift away from ICE vehicles faster than the market anticipated. Maruti Suzuki's numbers, while impressive in absolute terms, warrant scrutiny on the OEM sales line: channel-fill to third-party OEMs can flatter reported volumes without reflecting true end-consumer demand. The festive quarter will be the real stress test — if inventory builds at dealerships rather than clearing to buyers, the underlying demand picture may be softer than these headline figures suggest.
NationPress
1 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Tata Motors' Q2 FY27 sales figures?
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited sold a record 2,01,723 units in Q2 FY27 (July–September 2026), a 40% year-on-year increase from 1,44,397 units in Q2 FY26. This is the company's highest-ever quarterly sales figure.
How did Tata Motors' EV business perform in Q2 FY27?
Tata Motors' combined domestic and international EV sales surged 90% year-on-year to 47,150 units in Q2 FY27. The EV segment was identified as the primary growth driver for the quarter.
What were Maruti Suzuki's September 2026 sales numbers?
Maruti Suzuki India sold 2,36,013 units in September 2026, up from 1,89,665 units in September 2025. Domestic passenger vehicle sales stood at 1,81,838 units, while exports reached 44,219 units.
How has Maruti Suzuki performed in the first half of FY27?
Maruti Suzuki's total sales for H1 FY27 rose to 13.8 lakh units from approximately 10.8 lakh units in H1 FY26. Domestic sales including OEM supplies reached 11.5 lakh units and exports grew to 2,32,855 units.
What factors are driving strong auto sales in India right now?
According to Tata Motors management, the passenger vehicle industry is benefiting from strong demand following GST 2.0 implementation and rising consumer preference for greener mobility. Tata Motors MD Shailesh Chandra also cited a strong order book and healthy customer traction heading into the festive season.
