The Indian car market performed strongly in May 2026. Maruti Suzuki recorded record sales, while compact sedan and crossover models were in highest demand. Overall, domestic sales of Maruti Suzuki crossed 1.93 lakh units. Dzire continued to hold the top position.
Strong competition was also seen in the SUV and MPV segments. Companies like Tata, Mahindra and Hyundai are competing strongly. Customers are focusing on convenience, mileage and value for money. A total of more than 4 lakh units were sold this month, which is better than last year. Come, let us know about the best selling cars in May 2026.
1. Maruti Suzuki Dzire
Maruti Suzuki Dezire remained India's best selling car even in May 2026. It strengthened its hold with sales of 24,546 units. Low price, excellent mileage, comfortable interior and easy maintenance are its main attractions. Both family users and fleet operators are crazy about it. The features provided in the new generation like touchscreen, connectivity and safety options have increased its popularity.
Maruti Suzuki Dezire prices start from ₹6.26 lakh and go up to ₹9.31 lakh (ex-showroom). Its new design is modern with attractive sedan look with premium grille and LED lights. Features like 9-inch touchscreen, wireless connectivity, sunroof, 360° camera and auto AC have been provided in the interior. For safety, 6 airbags are standard and it has got a 5-star GNCAP rating.
Its 1.2 liter Z-series petrol engine produces 80 PS power, with 5-speed manual and AMT options available. There is also a CNG variant. Mileage is 24.79 kmpl in petrol MT, 25.71 kmpl in AMT and 33.73 km/kg in CNG. This is an economical, safe and mileage-friendly sedan.
2. Maruti Suzuki Frontex
Maruti Suzuki Franks secured second position. With sales of 20,686 units, this crossover remained popular among young buyers and families. Stylish look, high ground clearance, zippy engine and premium features are its big plus points. The better service experience provided through Nexa dealerships also proved helpful in increasing sales.
3. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
Maruti Ertiga remained the first choice of the family. 7-seater capacity, spacious cabin and good mileage make it the king of the MPV segment. About 20,350 units were sold in May. Due to it being perfect for both taxi and family, its demand remains constant.
4. Tata Punch
Tata Punch maintained its dominance in the micro segment. Strong build quality, 5-star safety rating and attractive design made it a favorite of the youth. Good performance both in the city and on the highway is the key to its success. A total of 20,208 units were sold last month.
5. Tata Nexon
On the basis of explosive growth in sales, Nexon has registered its name in the list of top-5 cars of last month. A total of 19,100 units were sold last month. This figure shows an annual increase of 46 percent in its sales.
Apart from the top-5 cars of last month mentioned above, in May 2026, there will be 18,396 units of Baleno, 18,076 units of WagonR, 17,519 units of Swift, 15,774 units of Scorpio, 15,253 units of Creta, 13,245 units of Brezza, 13,240 units of Eeco, 11,714 units of Venue, Victoris 10,853 units and 10,787 units of Thar have been sold.