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Before diving into segment numbers, the broader market saw rising fuel prices and cautious buyer sentiment weigh on entry-level car sales. Production hiccups from parts suppliers have eased, but showroom footfalls remain below pre-pandemic levels.
Price increases to cover higher raw material costs softened demand further. Yet healthy order books for UVs hint at shifting consumer taste. Exports surged, underlining Maruti’s strong global footprint.
June’s overall volumes of 1,67,993 units reflect a blend of domestic slowdown and export strength. Domestic PV dispatches fell to 1,21,339 units, pressured by lower rural spending and rising petrol costs.
Dealerships report wary buyers postponing purchases until festive season incentives kick in. Meanwhile, export orders surged, buoyed by competitive pricing and improved logistics.
Inventory days at dealer lots eased to 30 from 35 last month, indicating better supply-demand alignment.
Rival OEMs leveraged SUV momentum to claw market share. Mahindra’s SUV-only lineup capitalized on growing off-roader demand, posting an 18.2% jump. Hyundai, hit by slowdown in compact sedans, saw volumes dip 12.1%.
Tata’s fresh EV models failed to offset drop in ICE portfolio, down 14.8% YoY. Premium brands like Toyota held steady with Harrier and Innova Crysta, narrowing the gap in mid-size UVs.
This dynamic highlights a market pivot toward utility vehicles and electrified options.
Maruti Suzuki’s small car slump stemmed from affordability pressure and CAFE-norm compliance costs. Compact hatchbacks like Swift and Baleno faced competition from value-packed Chinese imports.
The niche mid-size Ciaz benefited from fleet demand and stable diesel-petrol mix. Utility vehicles bore the brunt of component cost hikes but maintained volume leadership. The Eeco van softened overall small-MPV numbers, as last-mile fleets slow purchasing.
| Segment | Units Sold | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mini Cars | 6,414 | –31.7% |
| Compact Cars | 54,177 | –15.4% |
| Mid-Size Sedan (Ciaz) | 1,028 | 0.797 |
| Utility Vehicles | 47,947 | –8.4% |
| Vans (Eeco) | 9,340 | –13.3% |
Monthly exports jumped 21.9% to 37,842 units, driven by strong demand in Africa, Middle East, and Latin America. Brezza and Baleno remain top overseas sellers, with localized steering-wheel conversions speeding deliveries.
Maruti’s CKD kit shipments to Suzuki plants in Latin America also rose 15%. New sea-freight routes cut transit times by five days, boosting competitiveness. Export mix now accounts for roughly 22.5% of total dispatches, up from 19% a year ago.
Key models continue to anchor volumes, with competitive pricing and refreshed features:
| Model | Engine | Gearbox | Price Range (Rs. Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brezza | 1.5L NA | 5MT / 4AT | 8.49 – 15.17 |
| Fronx | 1.0L Turbo | 5MT / CVT | 8.75 – 13.79 |
| Baleno | 1.2L NA | 5MT / CVT | 6.49 – 9.49 |
| WagonR | 1.2L NA | 5MT / AMT | 5.04 – 6.24 |
Maruti’s Super Carry mini-truck saw demand dip as last-mile operators switch to EV three-wheelers. Yet healthy replacement cycles in local delivery fleets spurred stable bookings.
Sales to other OEMs climbed 6.5% to 8,812 units, showing parts-supply resilience. Super Carry’s diesel and CNG versions remain popular in tier-II towns for load-haul reliability.
Next-gen EV prototype trials in select cities could shape LCV strategy for 2026 launch.
With the Reserve Bank hinting at rate cuts, interest rates may ease soon, lifting loan-driven purchases. Monsoon progress and festive season offers will be key demand catalysts in H2 2025.
Maruti’s push into mild-hybrid tech and turbo-petrol engines across UVs can boost fuel efficiency credentials. New model roll-outs like the next-gen Swift and CNG-powered WagonR will refresh the compact portfolio.
Deeper dealer reach in smaller towns and rural markets remains critical for volume recovery.
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Ex-showroom price
998 cc
Manual
24.35 kmph
65.71 bhp
Maruti Suzuki 
