Top 10 Car Brands in January 2026: Maruti Suzuki Leads, Tata and Mahindra Surge
India’s passenger vehicle market started 2026 with healthy momentum, as total dispatches rose to 4,52,589 units in January, up 12.7 percent year-on-year. Demand continued to tilt in favour of SUVs and utility-oriented models, shaping brand-wise performance across the industry.
Top 10 car brands in India – January 2026 sales ranking
The table below highlights the top-performing car brands based on domestic sales for January 2026, along with year-on-year growth figures.
| Brand | Jan 2026 Sales | Jan 2025 Sales | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki | 1,74,529 | 1,73,599 | 0.5% |
| Tata Motors | 70,222 | 48,075 | 46.1% |
| Mahindra | 63,510 | 50,659 | 25.4% |
| Hyundai | 59,107 | 54,003 | 9.5% |
| Toyota | 30,630 | 26,178 | 17.0% |
| Kia | 27,603 | 25,025 | 10.3% |
| Honda | 6,193 | 6,103 | 1.5% |
| Skoda | 5,739 | 4,133 | 38.9% |
| MG Motor | 4,843 | 4,455 | 8.7% |
| Renault | 3,715 | 2,780 | 33.6% |
Market trends and brand-wise performance highlights
Maruti Suzuki retained its leadership despite modest growth, thanks to its sheer scale and broad portfolio. Tata Motors stood out with a massive surge, driven by strong demand for models like the Nexon and Punch, along with steady EV volumes. Mahindra followed closely, benefitting from sustained interest in the Scorpio, Thar and XUV range.
Hyundai delivered stable growth on the back of consistent demand for the Creta and Venue, while Toyota and Kia continued to gain ground through MPVs and SUV-led line-ups. Among smaller players, Skoda and Renault posted impressive gains, whereas Volkswagen and Jeep saw a decline.
January 2026 sets a positive tone for the year, with SUVs remaining the key growth engine for India’s car market.
