Maruti Suzuki maintained its stronghold in the Indian automotive market in February 2025, registering total sales of 160,791 units, reflecting a marginal 0.32% year-on-year growth over 160,272 units sold in February 2024.
Top performers:
Fronx: The Fronx emerged as the top-selling model, with 21,461 units sold, marking an impressive 51.48% year-on-year growth over 14,168 units in February 2024. This subcompact SUV continues to gain popularity for its bold design and premium features.
WagonR: This model saw a 2.41% year-on-year increase, selling 19,879 units compared to 19,412 units in the same period last year.
Swift: The Swift remained a key volume driver for Maruti, with 16,269 units sold, showing a 23.58% year-on-year growth over 13,165 units in February 2024.
Models facing decline:
Baleno: The Baleno experienced an 11.63% year-on-year decline, with sales dropping to 15,480 units from 17,517 units last year.
Brezza: The Brezza saw a slight 2.37% drop in sales, with 15,392 units sold compared to 15,765 units a year ago.
Ertiga: The Ertiga recorded 14,868 units, marking a 4.19% decline from 15,519 units in February 2024.
Notable highlights:
Ciaz: The Ciaz sedan stood out with a remarkable 128.07% year-on-year growth, selling 1,097 units versus 481 units last year. There are reports that the Ciaz will be discontinued from next month.
Jimny: Maruti’s off-road SUV, the Jimny, recorded 385 units, reflecting a 19.57% year-on-year increase from 322 units in February 2024.
These figures indicate a shifting consumer preference towards SUVs and feature-rich models. Maruti Suzuki’s diverse portfolio continues to cater to varying market demands, reflecting its adaptability and resilience in the competitive automotive sector.
