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Maruti Suzuki Dzire Surges to No. 1 as SUVs Pull Ahead of Hatchbacks

Robust SUV demand fuels a split with safety norms weighing on small-car affordability

Top 15 SUVs July 2025
Car Sales July 2025 - YoY Comparison
Maruti Suzuki Brezza
Mahindra Scorpio N

Overview

  • In July 2025, Maruti Suzuki Dzire topped the charts with 20,895 units and a 79% year-on-year leap after its new-generation launch
  • Hyundai Creta led July SUV rankings with 16,898 sales despite a 3% annual decline
  • Mahindra Thar’s off-road ROXX variant drove a 125% surge to 9,845 units, reflecting strong lifestyle SUV appeal
  • Entry-level hatchbacks struggled as July deliveries slid 9% for the Wagon R and 16% for the Swift under tighter safety and emission regulations
  • Upcoming festive launches and growing export volumes are set to shape automaker strategies in the coming months