The Maruti Suzuki Dzire has officially emerged as the highest selling car in India for the calendar year 2025. With total wholesales touching 2.14 lakh units, the compact sedan has once again reclaimed the top position, something that perhaps felt slightly unlikely given the market’s strong and growing preference for SUVs. Still, the numbers are clear, and the Dzire has managed to outperform some of the most popular utility vehicles in the country.
What makes this achievement particularly noteworthy is the broader context of the Indian passenger vehicle market. SUVs now account for a record 55.3 percent share of total car sales. Despite this, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire stayed ahead of key rivals like the Hyundai Creta and the Tata Nexon, both of which recorded dispatches of 2.01 lakh units in 2025. In a year dominated by tall and bulky vehicles, a traditional sedan leading the charts does stand out.
Key Takeaways
- The Maruti Dzire is the number one selling car in India for 2025 with 2.14 lakh units.
- Maruti Suzuki features six different models in the top 10 bestsellers list.
- SUVs now account for more than half of all car sales in the country at 55.3 percent.
- The Tata Punch, which led the charts in 2024, slipped to tenth position in 2025.
- Maruti Suzuki continues to dominate the market, followed by Tata, Mahindra, and Hyundai.
Looking at the 2025 sales data more closely, there is a clear shift underway. SUVs may be at an all-time high in terms of popularity, but the success of the Dzire suggests that a large section of buyers still values practicality, fuel efficiency, and manageable ownership costs. The top 10 list itself reflects this mixed preference, with six SUVs, two hatchbacks, one sedan, and one MPV making the cut.
Maruti Suzuki’s presence remains particularly strong. Models like the Maruti Wagon R and the Maruti Ertiga also featured among the top five. The Ertiga continues to be something of a quiet achiever. As the only MPV in the top rankings, it recorded 1.92 lakh units, which is no small feat in a market that increasingly leans toward SUVs.
Consumer behaviour in India is clearly evolving toward larger vehicles, yet the compact sedan format still seems to resonate, especially with specific buyer groups. Fleet operators, in particular, played a role in the Dzire’s success. The introduction of the Dzire Tour S in early 2025 helped boost volumes by targeting the commercial taxi segment directly. This version focuses on utility rather than flair, offering steel wheels and a strong emphasis on fuel efficiency, especially in its CNG configuration.
At the same time, private buyers were not left out. The new generation Dzire attracted attention with updated features like a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 360-degree camera, and a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP. These additions, I think, helped change perceptions slightly, making the Dzire feel more modern and reassuring rather than purely functional.
The decline of the hatchback segment is also evident in the latest rankings. Only the Wagon R and the Maruti Swift managed to stay within the top 10, with sales of 1.94 lakh and 1.89 lakh units respectively. Not long ago, hatchbacks routinely occupied the top three spots. Now, SUVs like the Maruti Fronx and the Mahindra Scorpio have gained ground rapidly.
The Scorpio twins, which include the Scorpio N and Scorpio Classic, together recorded 1.77 lakh units. This performance highlights the continued demand for rugged utility vehicles that appeal to both urban buyers and customers in rural areas. It is a reminder that while preferences are shifting, the Indian market still values versatility and durability, sometimes just as much as efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Which car sold the most units in India in 2025?
A1: The Maruti Suzuki Dzire was the highest selling car in 2025, with 2.14 lakh units sold.
Q2: How many Maruti cars are in the top 10 list for 2025?
A2: There are six Maruti Suzuki models in the top 10 list: Dzire, Wagon R, Ertiga, Swift, Fronx, and Brezza.
Q3: What is the market share of SUVs in India as of 2025?
A3: SUVs accounted for a record 55.3 percent of total passenger vehicle sales in India in 2025.
Q4: Which car was the bestseller in 2024 before the Dzire took the lead?
A4: The Tata Punch was the bestselling car in India in 2024, ending a long streak held by Maruti Suzuki.
