In a surprising turn for India’s auto market, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire sedan led wholesale volumes in 2025 with 2.14 lakh units dispatched. Despite the SUV boom, Dzire outpaced Hyundai Creta and Tata Nexon, reaffirming its enduring popularity among Indian buyers and highlighting strong demand for compact sedans.
India’s automobile industry closed 2025 on a strong note, with overall passenger vehicle sales rising nearly 6% year-on-year to a record 4.5 million units. While SUVs dominated headlines, wholesale data revealed that the Maruti Suzuki Dzire sedan was the highest-selling model of the year, underscoring the resilience of compact sedans in a market increasingly skewed toward utility vehicles.
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Maruti Suzuki Dzire led wholesale volumes in 2025 with dispatches of around 2.14 lakh units.
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Hyundai Creta and Tata Nexon followed closely, each recording approximately 2.01 lakh units.
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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R ranked next with 1.94 lakh units, maintaining strong hatchback demand.
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The Ertiga posted wholesale sales of about 1.92 lakh units, while the Swift recorded 1.89 lakh units.
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno dominated December 2025 sales with 22,108 units, reflecting festive demand and GST rate benefits.
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India’s overall passenger vehicle sales rose 6% year-on-year to 4.5 million units in 2025.
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Industry growth was aided by tax rationalisation, repo rate cuts, and income tax relief, boosting disposable incomes.
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Analysts note that Dzire’s leadership highlights the continued relevance of sedans, especially for value-conscious buyers.
The Dzire’s performance is particularly notable given the SUV wave sweeping India’s auto market. Its affordability, fuel efficiency, and wide acceptance among fleet operators and families ensured strong volumes. With Maruti Suzuki retaining dominance across multiple segments, 2025 reaffirmed the company’s leadership in India’s passenger vehicle industry.
Sources: Hindustan Times, Livemint, News18, Times of India