Passenger Vehicle Sales Surge 25.9% in Record-Breaking First Quarter

India’s automobile sector has kicked off FY27 with unprecedented momentum, recording its highest-ever first-quarter sales across all major segments. Passenger vehicle sales reached 12,73,811 units, marking a 25.9% year-on-year increase, while commercial vehicles hit a record 2.65 lakh units, reflecting an 18.3% growth compared to the same period last year.

Utility vehicles continue to drive the market, with sales growing by 28.6% to 861,918 units, significantly outpacing the 21.3% growth seen in the passenger car segment. This shift in consumer preference toward larger, more versatile vehicles remains the primary engine of growth for major manufacturers in the country.

Beyond domestic demand, the industry is seeing a strong international appetite for Indian-made vehicles. Exports across all segments touched record highs, with passenger vehicle exports alone reaching 2.22 lakh units, an 8.8% increase year-on-year. This performance underscores the growing competitiveness of Indian manufacturing hubs in the global automotive landscape.