Car Sales Report September 2026: Mahindra, Tata, Hyundai and More

The Indian passenger vehicle industry recorded a massive surge in factory dispatches during September 2026, thanks to the aggressive festive stocking and strong customer sentiment. Ahead of the key festive periods, including Navratri and Dusserha - car manufacturers in India ramped up production to meet the peak demand, resulting into record monthly dispatches. 

Sub-4-metre SUVs and mid-sized SUVs contributed the most to September 2026 sales. Moreover, the strong hybrid and EV posted steady sales growth. 

Maruti Sales September 2026

Maruti Suzuki has sold 1,91,794 passenger vehicles, including sales to OEMs, in the month of September 2026 as compared to 1,47,461 units in the same month last year, registering a YoY sales growth of 30 per cent. The company’s total sales, including exports, increased  24 per cent year-on-year to 2,36,013 units in September 2026 from 1,89,665 units a year earlier. 

In the domestic market, Maruti Suzuki sold 1,81,838 units in September 2026 as against 1,32,820 units in September 2025, registering a YoY sales growth of 37 per cent. The company’s mini compact and mid-size passenger cars sales rose to 91,887 units from 74,090 units a year earlier. 

The company sold a total of 78,911 utility vehicles last month as against 48,695 units in September 2025, registering a YoY sales growth of 62 per cent. VAN sales increased 10 per cent to 11,040 units from 10,035 units.

Tata Sales September 2026

Tata Motors has registered a total sales of 70,210 units in the month of September 2026 as against 60,907 units in the same month last year, registering a year-on-year sales growth of 15 per cent. In the domestic market, Tata sold a total of 68,810 vehicles last month compared to 59,667 units in September 2025. The company’s year-on-year domestic sales increased by 15 per cent. 

Tata Motors exported 1400 passenger vehicles in September 2026 as against 1240 units in the same month last year, reporting a YoY growth of 13 per cent. The company’s electric vehicle sales rose to 15,384 units in September 2026 from 9,191 units a year later, reporting a YoY EV sales growth of 67%.

Mahindra Sales September 2026

Mahindra & Mahindra has announced that its overall auto sales for the month of September 2026 stood at 114874 vehicles, reporting a growth of 15% including exports. In the UV segment, Mahindra dispatched a total of 64,092 SUVs in the domestic market, registering a YoY growth of 14 per cent. The company ’s domestic sales for commercial vehicles stood at 30,420 a growth of 14%. However the company’s exp[orts reduced by 7% YoY to 4,019 units.

 

“In September, SUV sales clocked 64,092 units with a growth of 14 per cent, and  total vehicle sales stood at 1,14,874, a 15 per cent YoY growth. Adding to this momentum, we are proud to have crossed the milestone of 1 lakh billing of our Electric Origin SUVs since launch,” said Velusamy R, President, Automotive Business, Mahindra & Mahindra.

Hyundai Sales September 2026

Hyundai has reported highest-ever monthly total sales (domestic + exports) of 77,916 units in September 2026, registering a robust Year-on-Year sales growth of 10.8%. This includes domestic sales of 57,166 units with a robust YoY growth of 10.9% and exports of 20,750 units with 10.4% YoY sales growth. 

Commenting on September 2026 sales performance, Mr. Tarun Garg, MD & CEO - HMIL, said, “We are delighted to close September 2026 with our highest-ever total monthly sales of 77,916 units (domestic + exports), registering a healthy double-digit growth of 10.8% YoY. This number surpasses our previous record achieved in July 2026.The well-rounded growth across domestic and exports markets is a testament to the strong appeal of our product portfolio and our commitment to delivering world-class mobility solutions in India and across global markets. Going ahead, we are expecting sustained customer enthusiasm during the festive season, also supported by the opening of bookings for the Hyundai BAYON, our upcoming all-new nameplate for India.”

Kia Sales September 2026

Kia India has recorded its highest-ever monthly sales since entering the Indian market, with wholesale volumes of 32,017 units in September 2026 as against 22,700 units in the same month last year. The company reported an impressive 41% year-on-year sales growth. The company carried this momentum into Q3 2026, recording sales of 89,259 units, registering a growth of 38.5% over 64,443 units in Q3 2025.

Kia India’s cumulative sales for the January-September 2026 period reached 253,008 units, marking an increase of 22.5% over the 206,582 units recorded during the same period last year. The Kia Seltos has consistently averaged more than 10,000 units per month since its launch in January, while the Sonet continues to perform strongly in the sub-compact SUV segment. 

Commenting on the performance, Mr. Atul Sood, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Kia India, said, "Our strong performance in September and across the third quarter reflects the continued trust of our customers and the strength of Kia’s evolving portfolio. The Seltos and Sonet continue to be key contributors to our growth, while the strong response to the Sorento and Syros EV reinforces our strategy of expanding into new segments and powertrain categories in line with evolving customer aspirations. As mobility needs become increasingly diverse, we are focused on providing meaningful choice across conventional, CNG, hybrid and electric powertrains, supported by ownership solutions that address real customer needs. We remain committed to building on this momentum through distinctive products, advanced technologies and differentiated experiences designed around the needs of Indian customers.”

Toyota Sales September 2026

Toyota has achieved a total sales of 28,218 units in the month of September 2026. The company sold 25,027 vehicles in the domestic market and 3191 units were exported. Toyota registered positive growth in CY 2026, with cumulative sales of 2,94,914 units, reflecting an overall growth of 8%. The growth was supported by optimum performance across domestic market with 2,69,619 units sold, while 25,295 units were exported.

Commenting on the sales performance, Mr. Sabari Manohar, Executive Vice President, Sales-Service-Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, "September witnessed continued customer interest across segments, supported by our focus on quality, durability and reliability. As we enter the festive season, we remain committed to strengthening customer engagement and working closely with our dealer partners to deliver enhanced mobility experiences and address evolving customer needs."

JSW MG Motor India Sales September 2026

JSW MG Motor India has reported a total sales of 8,018 units in September 2026, registered a year-on-year sales growth of 19 per cent. The performance reflects sustained demand for company’s  new energy vehicles, including the MG Windsor EV, MG Hector Tomahawk EV and PHEV. The company has already commenced dispatches of the MG Hector Tomahawk EV to dealerships across India. 

 

Renault Sales September 2026

Renault India has registered domestic wholesales of 3,399 units in September 2026 as against 4,265 units in the same month last year. The company has reported a massive Year-on-Year sales decline of 20.53 per cent.

Renault India also recorded a robust growth in its year-to-date (YTD) sales with domestic sales at 35,378 units during January–September 2026 period, registering a 36.6% increase over 25,886 units sold during the corresponding period last year.