Maruti Suzuki India recorded its highest-ever monthly sales volume, selling a total of 242,688 units during the month. The company achieved a record domestic sales figure of 193,535 units, while exports contributed 41,914 units and sales to other OEMs stood at 7,239 units. The strong performance underscores Maruti Suzuki's continued dominance in the Indian passenger vehicle market.

 

Hyundai Motor India also reported positive results, registering a 9.1 percent year-on-year growth in domestic sales with 47,837 units sold in May. Including exports of 13,300 units, Hyundai's total monthly sales reached 61,137 units, reflecting an overall growth of 4.1 percent. According to the company, domestic sales during the first two months of FY27 increased by 13 percent compared to the same period last year, indicating sustained consumer demand.

 

Mahindra & Mahindra emerged as one of the strongest performers, posting a 20 percent rise in total auto sales, including exports, to 99,636 vehicles. Domestic commercial vehicle sales grew 19 percent to 24,079 units, while domestic utility vehicle sales rose 11 percent to 58,021 units. The company also reported strong growth in its farm equipment business, with domestic tractor sales increasing 23 percent to 47,845 units. Mahindra attributed the growth to timely completion of the Rabi harvest and favorable conditions for farmers.

 

Meanwhile, Toyota Kirloskar Motor reported sales of 33,128 units in May 2026, up 7 percent from the previous year. The total included 30,574 units sold in the domestic market and 2,554 exported units.

 

The strong sales reported by major automakers reflect the resilience of India's automotive sector and highlight growing consumer confidence, robust rural demand, and expanding export opportunities. Industry experts expect the positive trend to support manufacturing growth and contribute to the country's broader economic expansion in the coming months.