India’s Best-Selling SUV In January 2026: The love for SUVs among Indian customers is growing. The demand is high. Currently, the SUV segment accounts for over 50% share in India’s passenger car market. While Maruti Suzuki continued to dominate the market in January 2026, Tata Motors overtook both Mahindra and Hyundai, securing 2nd position in terms of sales. Tata Nexon emerged as the top-selling SUV, leaving Creta and Punch behind by significant margins.
Tata Nexon (ICE + EV) sold 23,365 units in January 2026, up from 15,397 units in the same month of the previous year, claiming the top position on the sales chart. With this volume, Nexon has not only become the highest-selling SUV but also the top-selling model across the categories. Notably, the second most-selling SUV in January 2026 is also a Tata – the Punch.
Top 10 Best-Selling Cars In January 2026
Tata Nexon (ICE + EV)- 23,365 units
Maruti Dzire- 19,629 units
Tata Punch- 19,257 units
Hyundai Creta- 17,921 units
Maruti Ertiga- 17,892 units
Maruti Swift- 17,806 units
Maruti Brezza- 17,486 units
Maruti Baleno- 16,782 units
Mahindra Scorpio (N + Classic)- 15,542 units
Maruti Victoris- 15,240 units
Top 10 Best-Selling SUVs In January 2026
Tata Nexon- 23,365 units
Tata Punch- 19,257 units
Hyundai Creta- 17,921 units
Maruti Vitara Brezza- 17,486 units
Mahindra Scorpio (N + Classic)- 15,542 units
Maruti Victoris- 15,240 units
Maruti Fronx- 13,353 units
Hyundai Venue- 12,413 units
Maruti Bolero- 11,841 units
Kia Sonet- 10,998 units
As shown in the list above, the Nexon sold 4,108 and 5,444 units more than the Punch and Hyundai Creta, respectively. While the Creta is a more expensive, mid-size SUV, it remains competitive against the smaller, more affordable Nexon and Punch.
Together, the Nexon and Punch sold over 42,600 units.
Best Selling SUV: Tata Nexon
Tata Nexon is one of the few SUVs that are being offered in both ICE and EV powertrains. While the Nexon ICE (petrol, diesel & CNG) is priced from Rs 7.32 lakh to Rs 14.15 lakh, its EV version costs between Rs 12.49 lakh and Rs 17.49 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi.
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