Maruti Dzire Defies SUV Wave, Becomes India's Top-Selling Car in 2025

• Maruti Suzuki Dzire emerged as India's best-selling car in Calendar Year 2025, selling 2.14 lakh units, despite the strong dominance of SUVs.
• It surpassed top SUVs like Creta and Tata Nexon, which both sold 2.01 lakh units, highlighting a shift in consumer preference towards value and efficiency.
• SUVs still command 55% of the total passenger vehicle market, but Dzire's success shows compact sedans remain crucial.
• The latest generation Dzire, launched in late 2024, maintained market relevance and is popular among families and fleet operators.
• Maruti Suzuki's hatchback segment, including Baleno, also contributed significantly, indicating continued interest in premium hatchbacks.

Why It Matters: Dzire's 2025 sales crown proves value, efficiency, and ownership cost still drive Indian car buyers.