India’s sedan market recorded sales of 35,119 units in September 2026, up 5.3% from 33,346 units in the same month last year. However, the growth was far from uniform across the segment, with compact sedans accounting for the bulk of demand while several established midsize models struggled.
The Maruti Suzuki Dzire remained the country’s best-selling sedan by a considerable margin. The Hyundai Aura and Honda Amaze followed in second and third place, respectively, while the Tata Aeris entered the rankings in fourth position.
The Dzire registered 17,754 units in September, down from 20,038 units a year earlier. Despite the 11.4% decline, it accounted for 50.6% of the sedan sales covered in the report. Its monthly volume was also higher than the combined sales of the other nine models.
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| Rank | Model | Sales | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Maruti Suzuki Dzire | 17,754 | -11.4% |
| 2. | Hyundai Aura | 7,530 | +39.8% |
| 3. | Honda Amaze | 3,286 | +25.9% |
| 4. | Tata Aeris | 2,406 | New |
| 5. | Volkswagen Virtus | 1,172 | -28.9% |
| 6. | Hyundai Verna | 762 | +5.1% |
| 7. | Skoda Slavia | 709 | -47.1% |
| 8. | Tata Tigor | 686 | -29.0% |
| 9. | Honda City | 574 | +15.7% |
| 10. | Toyota Camry | 240 | +75.2% |
The Hyundai Aura had a stronger month, with sales rising 39.8% to 7,530 units. The Honda Amaze also gained ground, growing 25.9% to 3,286 units. Together, these three compact sedans accounted for more than 81% of the reported segment volume.
The Tata Aeris recorded 2,406 units in September, securing fourth place in the rankings. Its entry helped lift the overall sedan market into positive territory. Excluding the Aeris, the remaining nine models recorded a combined 32,713 units, down from 33,346 units in September 2025. This suggests that the segment’s overall growth was driven by the new model’s contribution rather than a broad-based recovery across existing sedans.
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The Volkswagen Virtus led the traditional midsize sedan group with 1,172 units, although sales fell 28.9% year-on-year. The Hyundai Verna and Honda City managed modest growth, recording 762 and 574 units, respectively.
The Skoda Slavia had the steepest decline among the top 10, with sales falling 47.1% to 709 units. The Tata Tigor also struggled, dropping 29% to 686 units.
At the premium end, the Toyota Camry recorded 240 units, up 75.2% from a year earlier. Its percentage growth was the highest among the models with comparable year-on-year data, although the increase came from a relatively small base.
September’s numbers underline the sharp divide within India’s sedan market. Affordable compact sedans continue to command the bulk of demand, while midsize models face a more challenging environment.
