Major Automakers Report Strong Growth Across Domestic and Export Markets in September

UPDATE - follow-up to Auto Sales September 2026: Maruti Leads As Kia, Tata, Mahindra Post Strong Growth: Maruti Suzuki led September 2026 sales with a total of 2,36,013 units, including 1,85,252 domestic sales, 6,542 units sold to other OEMs, and 44,219 exports. Domestic passenger vehicle sales reached 1,81,838 units, rising from 1,32,820 units in September 2025. Total domestic passenger vehicle sales for FY2026-27 so far reached 10,80,240 units compared to 7,95,446 units during the same period in FY2025-26.

Mahindra and Tata Performance

Mahindra Auto reported overall sales of 1,14,874 vehicles with 15 per cent growth, while domestic utility vehicle sales reached 64,092 units, up 14 per cent. Mahindra exports hit 4,019 units in September and 30,031 units for the April-September period. Tata Motors recorded total passenger vehicle sales of 70,210 units, marking a 15 per cent increase, with domestic sales at 68,810 units and international business at 1,400 units. Tata's EV sales reached 15,384 units, a 67 per cent jump, and the company posted its highest-ever quarterly sales of 2,01,723 units in Q2 FY27.

Hyundai, Kia and Others

Hyundai Motor India achieved its highest-ever monthly total sales since inception with 77,916 units, showing 10.8 per cent year-on-year growth. Kia India registered its highest-ever monthly sales in the Indian market with 32,017 units, representing 41 per cent growth. Toyota Kirloskar Motor sold 28,218 units, bringing its January-September cumulative sales to 2,94,914 units. JSW MG Motor India recorded 8,018 wholesale dispatches with 19 per cent growth and started deliveries of the Tomahawk EV. Renault India recorded 3,399 domestic wholesales, marking a 20 per cent month-on-month increase over August.

Context

Automobile sales figures serve as a key indicator of consumer demand and broader economic health in the domestic market. Monthly volume reports from major manufacturers help track trends in both traditional fuel vehicles and the fast-growing electric vehicle segment across India.