In a remarkable shift in the Indian automotive landscape, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire has reclaimed the top spot as the best-selling car in the country, surpassing the immensely popular Hyundai Creta. With shifting consumer preferences, competitive pricing, and Maruti’s strong dealer network, the Dzire has emerged as a clear winner in a fiercely competitive market. The July 2025 sales figures underline a growing trend of value-focused, fuel-efficient, and reliable vehicles dominating Indian roads.
Let’s take a closer look at what led to this change and explore the top 10 best-selling cars in India, based on the latest sales data.
1. Maruti Suzuki Dzire – The Compact Sedan King
Units Sold (July 2025): ~18,700
The Dzire has consistently been one of India’s most beloved compact sedans. With its elegant design, fuel-efficient petrol engine, hybrid option, and spacious interiors, it appeals to both families and fleet operators. Its recent facelift, featuring updated styling and enhanced infotainment features, has struck a chord with Indian buyers.
Maruti’s wide service network, excellent resale value, and proven performance make the Dzire a no-brainer for many. The sedan’s rise to the top also signals a renewed interest in compact sedans amid the SUV-dominated market.
2. Hyundai Creta – The SUV Favorite
Units Sold (July 2025): ~17,800
The Hyundai Creta remains one of the most sought-after SUVs in India, despite slipping to second place. Its bold design, premium features like panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), along with strong engine options including turbo-petrol and diesel variants, keep it at the forefront of its segment.
The recently launched facelift has helped maintain its momentum, but rising competition and pricing concerns have slightly dented its sales lead.
3. Tata Punch – India’s Micro-SUV Marvel
Units Sold (July 2025): ~17,100
The Tata Punch continues to punch above its weight. With a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating, youthful styling, high ground clearance, and affordable price tag, the Punch has cemented itself as a favourite among urban and semi-urban buyers.
It’s particularly popular among first-time buyers and families looking for a compact, reliable car with SUV appeal. The introduction of the CNG and EV variants has broadened its reach even further.
4. Maruti Suzuki WagonR – The Tall Boy Legend
Units Sold (July 2025): ~16,900
The WagonR is an evergreen hatchback that continues to dominate the sales charts year after year. Its practical design, spacious interiors, frugal engines (including CNG variants), and low running costs make it a perfect fit for Indian families and city dwellers.
The 2025 model comes with minor cosmetic upgrades and better infotainment options, keeping it relevant in a competitive hatchback segment.
5. Maruti Suzuki Swift – The Sporty All-Rounder
Units Sold (July 2025): ~16,200
The new-generation Swift has brought a fresh wave of excitement to the Indian hatchback market. With its peppy engine, sporty styling, and updated cabin loaded with tech features, the Swift remains a favourite among young buyers.
The hybrid variant has also boosted its popularity, appealing to those looking for performance with fuel efficiency.
6. Tata Nexon – The SUV for Everyone
Units Sold (July 2025): ~15,800
Tata Nexon continues to hold its ground in the highly competitive compact SUV segment. Its rugged build, strong safety credentials, feature-rich interior, and multiple powertrain options (petrol, diesel, and EV) make it a versatile choice.
The Nexon EV is especially popular in metro cities, contributing significantly to Tata’s electric mobility push. Its aggressive pricing and stylish design help it maintain strong sales momentum.
7. Maruti Suzuki Brezza – The Urban SUV Hero
Units Sold (July 2025): ~14,900
The Brezza has been a game-changer for Maruti in the compact SUV segment. With its upright stance, refined petrol engine, modern features like a head-up display, and a hybrid option, the Brezza ticks many boxes for SUV lovers.
Its strong brand recall, competitive pricing, and robust after-sales support continue to keep it in the top 10 charts.
8. Hyundai Venue – The Compact Contender
Units Sold (July 2025): ~14,300
The Hyundai Venue offers a great mix of compact dimensions, bold styling, and feature-rich cabins. It’s especially popular among young professionals and urban commuters.
The turbocharged petrol engine, connected car features, and optional DCT gearbox add to its appeal. Hyundai’s aggressive marketing and consistent updates have helped the Venue maintain a steady performance.
9. Maruti Suzuki Baleno – The Premium Hatchback Icon
Units Sold (July 2025): ~13,700
The Baleno continues to dominate the premium hatchback space. Its spacious cabin, smooth ride quality, high fuel efficiency, and tech-loaded dashboard make it an ideal choice for both city and highway drives.
The facelifted version offers an even better value proposition, with features like a head-up display, 360-degree camera, and connected car technology.
10. Kia Sonet – The Stylish Compact SUV
Units Sold (July 2025): ~12,800
The Kia Sonet rounds out the top 10 with its striking design, compact footprint, and extensive feature list. With multiple engine-gearbox combinations and top-class interiors, the Sonet appeals to a wide demographic.
The 2025 facelift has added more features and enhanced safety, ensuring it remains a strong player in the compact SUV space.
Why Dzire’s Win Matters
The Dzire’s rise to the top marks a subtle but important trend reversal in Indian car buying habits. While SUVs have ruled the roost for the past few years, the re-emergence of a sedan shows that there’s still a large audience for compact, efficient, and comfortable vehicles with sedan proportions—especially among those looking for practicality and low ownership costs.
Fleet operators, taxi aggregators, and budget-conscious buyers are still major contributors to Dzire’s numbers. Its affordable price, solid mileage figures, and low maintenance requirements make it the ideal workhorse for many.
SUVs Still Dominate the Landscape
Even though the Dzire has taken the crown for July, it’s clear that SUVs continue to dominate Indian roads in sheer volume. Of the top 10 cars, six are SUVs or SUV-inspired vehicles – a testament to India’s growing love for high-seating, tough-looking cars.
With automakers continuing to focus on SUV launches across price segments, this trend is expected to persist. However, the Dzire’s success proves that there is still ample space for other body styles if the value proposition is strong.
Conclusion
The Indian car market is as dynamic as ever. The return of the Dzire to the top spot is a reminder that trends can shift quickly depending on pricing strategies, product updates, and consumer preferences.
While SUVs remain aspirational and desirable, compact sedans and hatchbacks continue to win on practicality, fuel efficiency, and affordability.
With upcoming launches, hybrid innovations, and the EV wave gaining traction, it will be interesting to see how the sales charts evolve in the coming months. For now, Maruti Suzuki Dzire stands tall—reclaiming its place as India’s best-selling car.
