Maruti Suzuki's market share in India has fallen to a record low of 39%, driven by surging demand for SUVs and premium features over affordable cars.
The company has long focused on affordable cars
Jul 20, 2026
12:59 pm
What's the storyMaruti Suzuki, a leading player in India's passenger vehicle market, has witnessed its market share plummet to around 39%.
This is largely due to the rising popularity of SUVs and premium features like sunroofs.
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