Mid-SUV Segment Heats Up: Renault, Nissan, Skoda, VW Launch New Models by 2026

• The mid-size SUV segment, a fast-growing part of the domestic passenger vehicle market, will see increased activity by CY2026.
• Renault India, Skoda Auto India, Volkswagen India, and Nissan Motor India are preparing to introduce new models and mid-life updates.
• Overall SUV sales in India rose 7.85% to 2.5 million units in CY25, with mid-size SUV sales increasing 6.37% to 599,928 units.
• New models include the Renault Duster (pre-bookings open), Skoda Kushaq facelift (deliveries by March), Volkswagen Taigun update (Q2 CY26), and Nissan Tekton (mid-CY26).
• Experts note the segment offers higher revenue and margins, supports advanced features, and aligns with India's premiumization trend.