Maruti Suzuki Working On New Compact Cars – All Key Details

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Maruti Suzuki will launch multiple new compact cars in the year 2026-2027, including an affordable entry-level EV

Maruti Suzuki is the leading car manufacturer in the Indian market, and it dominates the sub-Rs. 10 lakh segment with a long list of affordable models. In order to further expand its portfolio, the homegrown carmaker is working on the development of multiple new compact cars, which are scheduled to go on sale in the year 2026-2027. Let’s look at the upcoming Maruti Suzuki compact cars in India.

1. Maruti Suzuki Fronx Flex Fuel

Suzuki showcased the Fronx FFV concept at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. The compact crossover is capable of running on E85 petrol, which has up to 85% ethanol content. For reference, the current Fronx sold in India is only E20-compliant. The Fronx FFV can run on E85 petrol, making it future-proof with regard to the increasing level of ethanol blending in petrol. While the powertrain details of the Fronx Flex Fuel are under wraps, several media reports have confirmed that it is expected to launch in the Indian market sometime in 2026.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Sales Analysis Feb 2026 – Dzire, Brezza, Ertiga, Swift, Baleno

2. Maruti Suzuki eWX-Based EV

Suzuki eWX Concept

Maruti Suzuki will launch a new small EV in the Indian market based on the eWX concept, which was showcased at the 2023 Tokyo Motor Show. The design patent for the eWX was filed in the country in the first half of 2024. Expected to be launched in the year 2026-2027, the electric hatchback will be the Japanese carmaker’s entry-level EV in India. While the details about the project are not available, the eWX-based EV is expected to come with a claimed range of around 250 kilometres on a single charge.

3. New-Gen Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Current Baleno

The next-gen Baleno is currently under development and is expected to hit the market in late 2026 or early 2027. The premium hatchback has been on sale since 2015, while the second-gen model debuted in 2022. While the details are scarce at the moment, the next-gen Baleno will likely gain a new HEV series hybrid powertrain that could deliver fuel efficiency of over 30 kmpl. It will be one of the first models in the brand’s line-up to use the upcoming series hybrid system. Apart from this, we expect a new platform, updated design and extended feature set to be a part of the package.

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Nexa Cars Get Discounts Of Up To Rs. 2.15 Lakh In March 2026

4. Maruti Suzuki New Compact MPV

Maruti is working on a new compact MPV for the Indian market, which will be positioned below the Ertiga. Codenamed YDB, the four-wheeler will likely go on sale by the end of 2026 or early 2027. Measuring less than 4 metres long, the upcoming compact MPV will rival the likes of Renault Triber and Nissan Gravite in the domestic market. It will be sold via the brand’s Nexa dealership chain. Under the hood, expect the 7-seater MPV to use the 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z-Series petrol engine, paired to the HEV Series hybrid technology.

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Tata Model Wise Sales Feb 2026 – Nexon, Punch, Sierra, Tiago, Harrier

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Tata Motors was India’s second-most popular car brand in February, outselling Mahindra and Hyundai, which have been closely contesting that position

Tata Motors saw a healthy sales growth of 34% in February, backed by strong demand for the Nexon and the new Punch as well as the all-new Sierra. Most of the company’s cars saw a rise in sales last month.

Tata Motors sold 62,329 cars in the domestic market last month. Compared to the same month last year, deliveries were up by 15,892 units (February 2025: 46,437 units). The Tata Nexon was the brand’s best-selling model, contributing 19,430 units to its sales. The Hyundai Venue rival’s sales grew 27% year-on-year (February 2025: 15,349 units).

The Tata Punch, which got a facelift in January, was the company’s second-highest-selling model in February. Tata Motors sold 18,748 units of the micro-SUV last month, which marked a 29% year-on-year growth (February 2025: 14,559 units). The Tata Sierra ranked third, contributing 7,100 units to the brand’s sales last month.

Also Read: Tata Offers Huge Discounts Across ICE & EV Models In March 2026

Model	February 2026 Sales	February 2025 Sales	Difference
Tata Nexon	19,430	15,349	27%
Tata Punch	18,748	14,559	29%
Tata Sierra	7,100	NA	–
Tata Tiago	7,040	6,954	1%
Tata Harrier	3,096	1,376	125%
Tata Altroz	2,063	1,604	29%
Tata Curvv	1,755	3,483	-50%
Tata Safari	1,650	1,562	6%
Tata Tigor	1,447	1,550	-7%
Total	62,329	46437	34%

The Tata Sierra has received a phenomenal response, and its sales are likely to grow significantly in the coming months as production ramps up. Last month, the new Hyundai Creta rival commanded a waiting period of around six to seven months.

The Tata Tiago was close to the Tata Sierra last month, registering 7,040 units in sales. Compared to the same month in 2025, the entry-level SUV saw a 1% growth in sales (February 2025: 6,954 units). Its sedan version, the Tigor, continued performing poorly. Tata Motors delivered just 1,447 units of the Maruti Dzire rival last month, which marked a 7% year-on-year decline (February 2025: 1,550 units).

Also Read: Tata Outsells Mahindra To Finish 2nd In Feb 2026 Sales

The Tata Harrier saw a 125% growth in sales, which could be attributed to the launch of the petrol variant. Tata Motors sold 3,096 units of the C-SUV last month, as opposed to 1,376 units in February 2025. The Tata Safari has also received a petrol variant, but its sales only grew 6% year-on-year last month, to 1,650 units (February 2025: 1,562 units).

The Tata Altroz registered 2,063 units in sales last month, marking a 29% year-on-year growth (February 2025: 1,604 units). The Tata Curvv saw the sharpest decline – 50%, falling from 3,483 units in February 2025 to 1,755 units.

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Maruti Suzuki Sales Analysis Feb 2026 – Dzire, Brezza, Ertiga, Swift, Baleno

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Maruti Suzuki garnered a total of 1.61 lakh units in Feb 2026 with a near flat YoY growth as Dzire led Brezza, Ertiga and WagonR

Maruti Suzuki recorded total domestic sales of 1,61,000 units in February 2026 which is marginally higher than the 1,60,791 units sold in February 2025 with a near-flat year-on-year change. However, when compared to January 2026 sales of 1,74,529 units, the company witnessed an 8 per cent month-on-month decline.

Leading the portfolio was the Maruti Suzuki Dzire with 19,326 units – up from 14,694 units during the same month last year as it endured a huge 32 per cent year-on-year increase but sales were slightly lower than 19,629 units recorded in January 2026. Just behind were popular utility models such as the Brezza and Ertiga.

The Brezza registered 17,863 units in February 2026 – improving from 15,392 units in February 2025 with a 16 per cent growth year-on-year. The Ertiga MPV also delivered strong results with 17,807 units – compared to 14,868 units last year with a 20 per cent increase. Month-on-month, Ertiga remained almost unchanged as it recorded 17,892 units in January 2026.

Model	Feb 2026	Feb 2025	YoY Growth
Dzire	19,326	14,694	32%
Brezza	17,863	15,392	16%
Ertiga	17,807	14,868	20%
Wagon R	14,885	19,879	-25%
Swift	14,833	16,269	-9%
Baleno	14,632	15,480	-5%
Fronx	13,898	21,461	-35%
Victoris	13,021	0	0%
Eeco	11,620	11,493	1%
Alto	9,787	8,541	15%
Grand Vitara	5,859	10,669	-45%
XL6	3,633	1,878	93%
Ignis	1,848	2,394	-23%
Celerio	862	4,226	-80%
Jimny	532	385	38%
S-Presso	451	1,685	-73%
Invicto	143	380	-62%
Ciaz	–	1,097	0%

Among hatchbacks, the Swift and Baleno posted slightly lower figures compared to last year. The Swift recorded 14,833 units in February 2026 – down from 16,269 units a year earlier with a 9 per cent decline. Similarly, the Baleno registered 14,632 units compared to 15,480 units in February 2025 with a 5 per cent drop. Both models also saw a noticeable MoM decline from 17,806 units and 16,782 units respectively in January 2026.

The Wagon R and Fronx noted sharper declines on a year-on-year basis. Wagon R sales stood at 14,885 units in February 2026 – significantly lower than 19,879 units recorded a year earlier representing a 25 per cent drop. The Fronx crossover reported 13,898 units – down from 21,461 units in February 2025 with a steep 35 per cent decline but it improved slightly compared to 13,353 units during the previous month.

The Grand Vitara registered 5,859 units – down from 10,669 units last year – showing a 45 per cent decline. Meanwhile, the new Victoris garnered 13,021 units while the Alto posted 9,787 units – improving from 8,541 units last year with a 15 per cent increase. The Eeco van remained steady with 11,620 units – slightly higher than 11,493 units a year earlier.

At the lower end of the portfolio, models such as XL6, Jimny, Ignis, Celerio and S-Presso recorded varied performances. The XL6 saw a significant rise with 3,633 units – up from 1,878 units with a 93 per cent increase and the Jimny with a 38 per cent jump. However, Celerio and S-Presso saw steep declines of 80 per cent and 73 per cent respectively. Meanwhile, Invicto recorded 143 units in February 2026.

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Top 10 SUVs Feb 2026 – Nexon, Punch, Creta, Victoris, Venue, Seltos

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In the table of top 10 SUVs in February 2026, Tata Nexon headed the way ahead of Punch, Creta, Brezza and Scorpio

The SUV segment remained the flag-bearer of the auto space last month as well. Several models across compact and midsize categories posted high sales. From the consistently popular Tata Nexon to the recently introduced Maruti Suzuki Victoris, the list of the ten most sold SUVs last month shows the intense competition involved in this segment.

Leading the way once again was the Tata Nexon. The compact SUV recorded sales of 19,430 units in February 2026 compared to 15,349 units during the same period last year. It resulted in a healthy 27 per cent year-on-year growth. The Tata Punch came in second position with 18,748 units sold last month.

In February 2025, the micro SUV had posted 14,559 units as it registered an impressive 29 per cent growth on a year-on-year basis. In the midsize SUV space, the Hyundai Creta continued its good run of form by recording 17,938 units in February 2026 when compared to 16,317 units sold during the corresponding period twelve months ago.

Also Read: 4 Upcoming Hyundai SUVs Arriving Soon In India – 2 ICE & 2 EVs

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Model	Feb 2026 Sales	Feb 2025 Sales	YoY
1. Tata Nexon	19,430	15,349	27%
2. Tata Punch	18,748	14,559	29%
3. Hyundai Creta	17,938	16,317	10%
4. Maruti Suzuki Brezza	17,863	15,392	16%
5. Mahindra Scorpio	14,665	13,618	8%
6. Maruti Suzuki Fronx	13,898	21,461	-35%
7. Maruti Suzuki Victoris	13,021	0	0%
8. Mahindra Thar	11,047	9,248	19%
9. Hyundai Venue	10,494	10,125	4%
10. Kia Seltos	10,308	6,446	60%

The model witnessed a growth of 10 per cent year-on-year. Meanwhile, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza was not too far behind with 17,863 units sold last month against 15,392 units during the same month last year with a 16 per cent increase. The Mahindra Scorpio lineup comprising the Classic and N also maintained its popularity.

It garnered a domestic tally of 14,665 units as against 13,618 units sold during the same month last year with an 8 per cent rise year-on-year. On the other hand, the coupe-like Maruti Suzuki Fronx recorded a total of 13,898 units in the second month of the new CY while it had sold 21,461 units in February 2025 – resulting in a decline of 35 per cent.

Also Read: 6 New Mid-Size SUVs To Be Launched In The Coming Months

The recently launched Maruti Suzuki Victoris registered 13,021 units in February 2026 and it has the potential to make a huge impact by further moving up the rankings. Rounding off the list were the Mahindra Thar, Hyundai Venue and Kia Seltos. The Thar recorded 11,047 units compared to 9,248 units a year earlier with a 19 per cent surge.

The Venue managed 10,494 units – up 4 per cent from 10,125 units last year. Meanwhile, the Seltos posted one of the highest growth rates at 60 per cent with 10,308 units sold compared to 6,446 units in February 2025. Both received significant updates in recent months resulting in attracting more consumers.

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Toyota Discounts March 2026 – Glanza, Taisor, Hyryder, Innova, Fortuner

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Toyota Glanza, Taisor and Hyryder are sold with decent discounts and benefits in the month of March 2026 in India

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has a range of limited-period benefits available on select models in the month of March 2026. The Toyota Glanza comes with total benefits worth up to Rs. 30,000 excluding loyalty bonuses. The offer includes a Rs. 15,000 cash discount along with a Rs. 15,000 exchange bonus for customers trading in their existing car.

Existing Toyota owners may also receive an additional loyalty benefit depending on dealership policies. The recently introduced Toyota Taisor also receives incentives in March. The turbo petrol variants come with a Rs. 10,000 cash discount and a Rs. 10,000 exchange bonus. The non-turbo variants receive a Rs. 10,000 exchange benefit without a cash discount.

In both cases, loyalty benefits may be offered to existing Toyota customers upgrading to the model. The Japanese auto major is also offering benefits on the Urban Cruiser Hyryder lineup. The Smart Hybrid variants receive cash discounts of up to Rs. 25,000 along with a Rs. 20,000 exchange bonus this month.

Also Read: New Toyota Fortuner To Likely Arrive Later This Year Or Early 2027 – Key Details

Model	Cash Discount	Exchange Bonus	Max Benefit
Toyota Glanza Petrol	Rs. 15,000	Rs. 15,000	Up to Rs. 30,000 + Loyalty
Toyota Taisor Turbo Petrol	Rs. 10,000	Rs. 10,000	Up to Rs. 20,000 + Loyalty
Toyota Taisor Non-Turbo Petrol	–	Rs. 10,000	Up to Rs. 10,000 + Loyalty
Toyota Hyryder Smart Hybrid	Up to Rs. 25,000	Rs. 20,000	Up to Rs. 45,000 + Loyalty
Toyota Hyryder Strong Hybrid	Rs. 20,000	Rs. 25,000	Up to Rs. 45,000 + Loyalty
Toyota Innova Hycross	No Discount	–	–
Toyota Fortuner Legender	No Official Offer	–	–

The Strong Hybrid versions are offered with a Rs. 20,000 cash discount and a Rs. 25,000 exchange benefit – making the SUV slightly more attractive for buyers considering fuel-efficient options. At the higher end of the lineup, the Toyota Innova Hycross does not receive any discounts in March 2026.

The model continues to see strong demand in the MPV segment which likely explains the absence of official incentives from the manufacturer. Similarly, the premium Toyota Fortuner Legender is not offered with any official discounts during this period. The Fortuner range has consistently maintained strong demand and resale value which often results in limited promotional schemes compared to more competitive segments.

Also Read: Toyota Records 34,000+ Unit Sales In Feb 2026 With 20% Growth

In addition to the above offers, Toyota dealerships may also provide corporate discounts for employees working in multinational corporations, public sector undertakings and government organisations. These schemes apply only to select variants and are available for a limited time during March 2026 with final benefits depending on dealership policies and stock availability.

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Maruti Suzuki Plans Major Capacity Expansion To Meet Rising Demand

Maruti Suzuki plans production expansion to address strong demand & reduce waiting

India’s largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India, is preparing to increase its production capacity in the next financial year as demand for passenger vehicles continues to remain strong. The company plans to add capacity for around 5 lakh additional vehicles annually in order to better meet domestic demand and reduce waiting periods for customers.

At present, Maruti Suzuki operates with a total installed production capacity of approximately 26 lakh units per year across its manufacturing facilities in Haryana and Gujarat. However, the company is currently running its plants at full capacity, which has limited its ability to fully cater to growing customer demand.

The automaker currently has a pending order backlog of roughly 2 lakh vehicles. Inventory levels are also lower than usual, with total stock equivalent to around 12 days of sales. Of this, nearly seven days’ worth of vehicles are still in transit within the supply chain. Under normal circumstances, dealerships typically maintain inventory levels closer to 30 days.

Recent booking trends indicate strong demand across multiple vehicle segments. The company reported a notable increase in bookings during the previous month, while sales of utility vehicles in particular saw healthy growth. During the same period, Maruti Suzuki dispatched around 1.61 lakh passenger vehicles, a figure broadly similar to its performance in the corresponding month last year.

Parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation has also highlighted the importance of expanding production capacity in India. The Indian subsidiary currently contributes more than half of the global sales volume for the Japanese automaker, underlining the market’s strategic importance.

To address demand and support future growth, new production lines are being added at existing facilities. The second production line at the Kharkhoda plant in Haryana is expected to begin operations in the first quarter of the next financial year. Meanwhile, the fourth line at the Hansalpur facility in Gujarat is scheduled to start operations during the second quarter.

Each of these new lines is expected to add around 2.5 lakh units of annual capacity. However, production will gradually ramp up after commissioning, meaning their full contribution will be realised over time.

The company is also mindful of the risks associated with extended waiting periods. Limited production capacity and lower inventory levels could lead some customers to consider alternative brands if delivery timelines stretch too long. As a result, Maruti Suzuki aims to gradually improve inventory levels closer to its usual benchmark while continuing to respond to strong demand in the market.

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Top 25 Cars Feb 2026 – Nexon, Dzire, Creta, Scorpio, Sierra, XUV 7XO

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SUVs continued to lead the way in PV sales as compact and midsize segments saw majority of takers in February 2026 in India

The PV market saw SUVs dominating the sales table across multiple segments in Feb 2026 as well. The compact SUV category remained particularly competitive while a few hatchbacks and sedans managed to retain their presence in the top 25. The Tata Nexon emerged as the best-selling car in the country during the month – leading a list filled with popular models from major manufacturers.

Topping the chart, the Tata Nexon registered 19,430 units in February 2026 with a 27 percent year-on-year growth compared to 15,349 units sold in February 2025. Just behind in second was the Maruti Suzuki Dzire sedan with 19,326 units – recording one of the strongest growth figures in the top ten at 32 percent over the 14,694 units sold a year earlier.

The third position went to the Tata Punch with 18,748 units – up 29 percent from 14,559 units in the same month last year. The fourth place was secured by the Hyundai Creta which posted 17,938 units in February 2026 compared to 16,317 units with  a 10 percent increase. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza followed closely with 17,863 units – enduring a 16 percent growth over the 15,392 units sold last year.

Model	Feb 2026 Sales	Feb 2025 Sales	YoY
1. Tata Nexon	19,430	15,349	27%
2. Maruti Suzuki Dzire	19,326	14,694	32%
3. Tata Punch	18,748	14,559	29%
4. Hyundai Creta	17,938	16,317	10%
5. Maruti Suzuki Brezza	17,863	15,392	16%
6. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga	17,807	14,868	20%
7. Maruti Suzuki WagonR	14,885	19,879	-25%
8. Maruti Suzuki Swift	14,833	16,269	-9%
9. Mahindra Scorpio	14,665	13,618	8%
10. Maruti Suzuki Baleno	14,632	15,480	-5%
11. Maruti Suzuki Fronx	13,898	21,461	-35%
12. Maruti Suzuki Victoris	13,021	0	0%
13. Maruti Suzuki Eeco	11,620	11,493	1%
14. Mahindra Thar	11,047	9,248	19%
15. Hyundai Venue	10,494	10,125	4%
16. Kia Seltos	10,308	6,446	60%
17. Mahindra Bolero	9,863	8,690	13%
18. Maruti Suzuki Alto	9,787	8,541	15%
19. Kia Sonet	9,750	7,598	28%
20. Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder	9,359	4,314	117%
21. Mahindra XUV 7XO	9,112	0	0%
22. Toyota Innova Hycross	8,703	8,449	3%
23. Mahindra XUV 3XO	8,637	7,861	10%
24. Tata Sierra	7,100	0	0%
25. Tata Tiago	7,040	6,954	1%

Meanwhile, the popular MPV Maruti Suzuki Ertiga recorded 17,807 units – improving by 20 percent from 14,868 units during the same period in 2025. Among hatchbacks, the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R registered 14,885 units but experienced a sharp decline of 25 percent compared to 19,879 units sold last year. The Maruti Suzuki Swift followed with 14,833 units – down 9 percent from 16,269 units in February 2025.

The Mahindra Scorpio maintained steady demand with 14,665 units – posting an 8 percent increase over the 13,618 units sold a year earlier. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno rounded out the top ten with 14,632 units although it saw a 5 percent drop from the 15,480 units recorded last year. Just outside the top ten, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx sold 13,898 units but witnessed a notable 35 percent decline compared to 21,461 units.

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris and the new Mahindra XUV 7XO posted 13,021 units and 9,112 units respectively. Further down the chart, the Maruti Suzuki Eeco recorded 11,620 units while the Mahindra Thar achieved 11,047 units with a 19 percent increase. The Hyundai Venue registered 10,494 units – followed by the Kia Seltos at 10,308 units with an impressive 60 percent growth. The Mahindra Bolero sold 9,863 units while the Maruti Suzuki Alto and Kia Sonet posted 9,787 and 9,750 units respectively.

Completing the list, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder recorded 9,359 units – representing a massive 117 percent growth compared to last year. The Toyota Innova Hycross family managed 8,703 units while the Mahindra XUV 3XO registered 8,637 units. The all-new Tata Sierra posted 7,100 units and the Tata Tiago rounded out the top 25 with 7,040 units – slightly higher than the 6,954 units recorded during the same period last year.

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