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Car discounts make comeback after four long years of waiting in the auto industry
Car discounts have returned after four years of long waitlists, driven by changes in the automotive industry's pricing strategies. Dealers are ramping up production to meet high demand, especially for SUVs, and are offering substantial discounts across various models. Some discounts reach as high as Rs 1.5 lakh on specific models, including hatchbacks, sedans, and electric vehicles (EVs).
3,000,000 and counting: Hayabusa-inspired Maruti Suzuki Swift crosses a big milestone
Maruti Suzuki's Swift hatchback has surpassed 3 million sales in India, marking a significant milestone. Celebrated for its exceptional driving experience and sporty design, the Swift has cultivated a passionate community of "Swifters." Launched in 2005, the Swift continues to evolve, embodying cutting-edge technology and style, with over 6.5 million global sales.
As buyers diss cars, auto companies count on offers
Passenger car sales surged 8% to a record 4.22 mn units in FY24 but have moderated since amid the heat wave, a long election season and a high base. Going by current vehicle registration trends on the government's Vahan portal, June growth is expected to be either flat or negative. ET reported June 17 that inventory levels at dealerships across the country were at 55-60 days against the norm of 30 days seen at this time of the year.
Maruti announces limited edition ‘Dream Series’ models for select hatchbacks starting at Rs 4.99 lakh
Maruti Suzuki introduced 'Dream Series Limited Edition' models for Alto K10 VXI+, S-Presso VXI, and Celerio LXI. The models will be available in June 202. The variants have model-specific enhancements for safety and utility features. Priced at Rs 4.99 lakh, the limited editions offer various conveniences such as reverse parking camera, security system, multimedia stereo, and more.
Altroz Racer: Tata Motors launches its latest hatchback. Check price and other details
Tata Motors has launched the Altroz Racer, a premium hatchback with race car-inspired aesthetics, priced at Rs 9.49 lakh. The Altroz is the first hatchback in India to earn the 5 Star Global NCAP Safety rating. The top-tier version of the Altroz features a 360-degree camera, a 26.03 cm infotainment touchscreen, ventilated seats, and six standard airbags.
Maruti launches limited editions of Alto K10, S-Presso Celerio to boost small car sales
Maruti Suzuki India launches limited editions of Alto K10, Celerio, and S-Presso under the 'Dream Series' to revive small car sales at Rs4.99 lakh.
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Ignored by desis, small cars are driving Made in India ambitions elsewhere
India's car market shift towards SUVs impacts small car and sedan sales, despite being crucial for exports. Maruti Suzuki leads in exports, shipping to diverse destinations. Hyundai's exports include Verna, Aura, and Grand i10Nios. Price hikes and SUV preference lessen small car demand, but industry anticipates a revival by 2026-2027.
Partho Banerjee on Maruti Suzuki, demand for premium hatchbacks & post poll policies
Partho Banerjee of Maruti Suzuki anticipates market growth, emphasizing the importance of government policies for the upcoming financial year amidst stable supply chains and positive economic indicators. Banerjee also said: "The fourth generation Swift has a huge fan following. Very soon we are going to touch the three million mark."
Hisashi Takeuchi on why Maruti Suzuki is launching revamped premium hatchback while all car makes go for SUVs
Maruti Suzuki's CEO, Hisashi Takeuchi, introduces the Epic New Swift with a redesign and powerful Z-Series engine, aiming to boost fuel efficiency and drivability in the hatchback segment amid SUV competition.
Maruti Suzuki rolls out new Swift 2024 with prices starting at Rs 6.49 lakh
Maruti Suzuki has introduced the fourth-generation Swift, known as the "Epic" new Swift 2024, in India, starting at a base price of Rs 6.49 lakh and reaching up to Rs 9.64 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). This launch includes the option for customers to subscribe to the car at a monthly cost of Rs 17,436, covering registration, maintenance, insurance, and roadside assistance. Interested buyers can secure their orders by paying a token amount of Rs 11,000 at Maruti Suzuki dealerships nationwide, as pre-bookings are already underway.
Small cars will be big again, says Maruti Suzuki
Maruti Suzuki anticipates a recovery in small car sales due to economic growth. The company aims to capitalize on this trend by introducing new models to cater to diverse customer segments and enhance vehicular safety standards. Small-car sales fell 12% in FY24.
Maruti Suzuki expects revival of small car segment by 2026-end
"The SUV segment's contribution has gone up to 53.6 per cent of total (passenger vehicle) industry as a result of which the contribution of the small (car) segment has gone down a little bit further," Maruti Suzuki India Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Partho Banerjee said in a virtual interaction.
Maruti Suzuki 'Epic New Swift' pre-booking begins at Rs 11,000 per unit
Maruti Suzuki Epic New Swift: Maruti Suzuki has started pre-booking the 4th generation Epic New Swift at Rs 11,000 per unit. The car builds on its signature sporty design and enhances its dynamism and fun-to-drive quotient. The launch date for the hatchback car has not been announced. The car is set to create new benchmarks in the premium hatchback segment and further the concept of the 'Joy of Mobility'.
Maruti is offering up to Rs 1.5 lakh discounts: Here are more details
Maruti Suzuki launches FY2025 with enticing discounts on models, including Baleno, Fronx, Jimny, and more, with savings up to Rs 1.5 lakh. Discounts vary based on model and trim, featuring cash discounts, exchange bonuses, and corporate offers. Notably, XL6 and Invicto MPV are excluded. Customers advised to contact dealers for specifics. Here's a breakdown of April's discounts.
Maruti Suzuki April offers: Discounts up to Rs 1.5 lakh available on Baleno, Fronx, Jimny, and other Nexa models
Maruti Suzuki offers discounts up to Rs 1.5 lakh on various models like Baleno, Fronx, and Jimny. No offers on XL6, Ignis, Ciaz, Grand Vitara mild hybrid. Turbo-petrol variants of Fronx receive discounts.
Citroen revamping India strategy to boost sluggish sales
A relatively new entrant to the Indian car market, Citroen plans to upgrade its entire portfolio, expand sales and service network by over threefold, and launch a new vehicle over the next one year, Aditya Jairaj, managing director and CEO, Stellantis India told ET in his first interview since taking charge on January 1. Stellantis, the world’s third largest carmaker, sells the Jeep and Citroen brands in India.
SUV mania: Car companies poised for bumper January sales
Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai, the leading carmakers in the country, are set to achieve their best January sales driven by strong consumer demand, particularly for SUVs. Industry estimates suggest that over 375,000 vehicles will be dispatched this month, an increase of more than 8% compared to January 2023. The share of SUVs in the domestic market is expected to grow to 52-53% this year. The preference for SUVs has led to an increase in the average selling price of passenger vehicles in India. Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai are confident about the continued demand for the rest of the quarter.
Top SUV models hit new high, cross 1-lakh sales mark in 2023
India's enduring fascination with SUVs continues to grow, with over 16 passenger vehicle models crossing the 100,000-unit sales mark in 2023, more than half of which were SUVs. The trend is expected to continue as new SUV models prove to be instant hits.
The year of the SUV: When Indian automakers started riding higher
SUVs have seen a four-fold increase in their share among first-time buyers in the country over the past decade. About a third of first-time car buyers in the Indian market now drive home an SUV compared to less than a tenth a decade ago, when hatchbacks ruled the country's roads, according to industry data. The share of additional and replacement buying in the category during this period has fallen to 69% from a whopping 92% in 2014.
SUV launches jam sales highway as sedans and hatchbacks take a backseat
The number of SUV launches hit a new high this calendar year at 108, reaching the three-figure mark for the first time. In the overall passenger vehicle segment, though, there have been fewer launches in 2023 than in the pre-pandemic 2019 with hatchbacks and sedans taking a hit, data collated by automotive market research firm Jato Dynamics shows.
The auto geek’s guide to India’s top selling cars
Sports utility vehicles, with their commanding road presence and sporty look, are the new favourites. Meanwhile, Hatchbacks still seem to be drawing in steady numbers for automakers.
10 Maruti Suzuki models among India’s 25 top-selling passenger vehicles
Sport utility vehicles with their commanding road presence and sporty look may have caught the fancy of the young, aspiring Indian automobile buyer, but hatchbacks still seem to be drawing in steady numbers for automakers. Three small cars from market leader Maruti Suzuki – Swift, Wagon R and Baleno –topped the sales chart in the first eight months of this fiscal year.
Suzuki unveils new Swift Concept: Here is how it looks, updates and likely launch date
Suzuki has officially unveiled the latest Swift concept at the Japan Mobility Show 2023 in Tokyo. The hatchback closely resembles the digital renderings circulating online and is expected to arrive in India in the second half of 2024. The video provides a first look at the new Swift's design and features, including updates to the exterior and interior.
Luxury car sales in top gear, but hatchbacks hit the brakes
Cut to the small car segment. Sales of Maruti Suzuki Alto, which once dominated sales charts across segments, halved year on year in the quarter ended September at about 24,000 units. Overall, sales of small cars (vehicles with length less than 3.6 metres) — already on the decline – crashed by 55% last quarter whereas sales of BMW X1 (which also comes in diesel and petrol options) grew 56% on year.
Cars worth Rs 1,800 crore sold to platform in Apr-Jun: CARS24
India's pre-owned vehicle sale, purchase and financing platform, CARS24, sold vehicles worth over INR18bn ($242m) in the April-June quarter of 2023. The quarter also saw a demand for 30 pre-owned cars every hour, with hatchbacks dominating the overall sales, while sedans returned with a resurgence in the second quarter, accounting for 19% of total sales.
In praise of WagonR: Why India loves its tall boy
A few days ago Maruti Suzuki India announced that WagonR had crossed the 30 lakh sales milestone in over two decades. The model, which was introduced in the market in 1999, achieved 5 lakh sales mark in 2008; 20 lakh in 2017; 25 lakh in 2021; and 30 lakh milestone this month.
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