India Passenger Vehicle Sales July 2026 Rise 34.3%

India Auto Sales Deliver Strongest-Ever July Performance

India Passenger Vehicle Sales July 2026 rose strongly as the country’s automotive market recorded its strongest-ever July sales across major vehicle categories, according to data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). Passenger vehicle domestic sales climbed 34.3 per cent to 4,57,810 units, while three-wheeler sales increased 33.4 per cent to 92,560 units. Two-wheeler sales rose 22.6 per cent to 19,23,483 units. Total production across passenger vehicles, three-wheelers, two-wheelers and quadricycles reached 33,70,958 units during the month. The figures indicate broad-based momentum across major vehicle categories compared with July 2025, as manufacturers entered the festive period with stronger market activity and expectations of continued consumer demand.

SIAM Highlights Sustained Industry Momentum

Rajesh Menon, Director General, SIAM, said the industry delivered its strongest-ever July sales, supported by robust double-digit growth across the three major vehicle categories. He highlighted passenger vehicle sales of 4.58 lakh units, representing 34.3 per cent growth, while three-wheelers reached 0.93 lakh units after rising 33.4 per cent. Two-wheeler sales increased 22.6 per cent to 19.23 lakh units. Menon also said the momentum had been sustained over several months as the industry approached the festive season. The comments point to improving consumer sentiment and continued sales momentum, although the reported figures also reflect differences in the availability of company-level data within SIAM’s detailed passenger vehicle reporting.

Passenger Vehicle Sales Rise 34.3% in July

Passenger vehicle sales increased from 3,40,772 units in July 2025 to 4,57,810 units in July 2026, representing a 34.3 per cent year-on-year increase. SIAM noted that data from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, JLR and Volvo Auto were not available in the reported figures, while Tata Motors’ domestic sales data was included only in the overall passenger vehicle total. Without Tata Motors, the corresponding passenger vehicle figure would have been 3,01,251 units in July 2025 and 3,95,199 units in July 2026. The detailed SIAM sub-segment report records 3,95,199 domestic passenger vehicle sales from the company-level data available and shows passenger vehicle production of 5,05,520 units for July 2026.

Two-Wheeler Sales Increase 22.6%

Two-wheeler domestic sales rose to 19,23,483 units in July 2026 from 15,69,120 units in July 2025, marking 22.6 per cent year-on-year growth. Scooters accounted for 7,98,190 units, increasing 23.7 per cent, while motorcycles reached 10,74,796 units after growing 20.7 per cent. Moped sales recorded the fastest growth within the segment, rising 48.6 per cent to 50,497 units. The detailed report shows two-wheeler production of 27,18,514 units in July 2026, compared with 21,89,566 units a year earlier. Exports also strengthened, increasing to 5,54,258 units from 4,33,873 units during the corresponding period.

Three-Wheeler Sales Grow 33.4%

Three-wheeler domestic sales climbed to 92,560 units in July 2026 from 69,403 units in July 2025, delivering 33.4 per cent year-on-year growth. Passenger carriers accounted for 77,994 units, up 32.9 per cent, while goods carriers increased 40.3 per cent to 12,896 units. E-rickshaw sales rose 7.5 per cent to 1,132 units, and E-cart sales increased 16.2 per cent to 538 units. The detailed SIAM report records three-wheeler production of 1,45,913 units in July 2026, compared with 1,12,241 units in July 2025. Domestic sales reached 92,560 units, while exports stood at 52,309 units during the month.

Broad-Based Growth Supports Festive-Season Outlook

The July 2026 performance points to broad-based strength rather than growth concentrated in a single vehicle category. Passenger vehicles delivered the highest percentage increase among the three major segments, while two-wheelers continued to provide the largest volume contribution. Three-wheelers also recorded substantial gains across passenger and goods applications, supported by growth in both domestic sales and production. SIAM’s data therefore indicates that manufacturers entered the festive season with stronger market momentum across personal mobility and commercial applications. The sustained increase over several months, highlighted by Menon, also suggests that consumer sentiment was improving as the industry moved toward a period traditionally associated with higher vehicle demand.

Production and Export Activity Strengthens

The production and export figures provide an additional indication of the industry’s July 2026 momentum. Total production across passenger vehicles, three-wheelers, two-wheelers and quadricycles reached 33,70,958 units, while two-wheeler production alone rose by more than five lakh units compared with July 2025. Two-wheeler exports also increased by more than 1.20 lakh units, and three-wheeler exports reached 52,309 units. These figures show that the July improvement was accompanied by higher manufacturing activity and stronger overseas shipments in key segments. However, passenger vehicle company-level comparisons should be interpreted with the reporting limitations identified by SIAM, particularly the unavailable data for several manufacturers and the treatment of Tata Motors data.

Key July 2026 Sales and Production Figures

The SIAM data shows that the July 2026 increase extended across domestic sales, production and exports, although the available data differs by vehicle category. Passenger vehicles recorded the strongest percentage increase among the three major domestic segments, while two-wheelers remained the largest-volume category. Three-wheelers also delivered significant gains in both passenger and goods applications. The following figures summarise the principal July 2026 sales and production data against the corresponding July 2025 levels, providing a consolidated view of the industry’s performance during the month.

Frequently Asked Questions

What were India’s passenger vehicle sales in July 2026?
India’s passenger vehicle sales reached 4,57,810 units in July 2026, marking a 34.3 per cent increase compared with the same month last year. SIAM reported that passenger vehicle sales rose from 3,40,772 units in July 2025. The organisation also noted that BMW, Mercedes-Benz, JLR and Volvo Auto data were unavailable, while Tata Motors’ domestic sales data was included only in the overall passenger vehicle figure. The detailed company-level sub-segment report recorded 3,95,199 domestic sales and 5,05,520 units of passenger vehicle production for July 2026.

How did two-wheeler sales perform in July 2026?
Two-wheeler sales increased 22.6 per cent year on year to 19,23,483 units in July 2026, supported by growth across scooters, motorcycles and mopeds. Scooter sales reached 7,98,190 units, up 23.7 per cent, while motorcycle sales increased 20.7 per cent to 10,74,796 units. Moped sales rose 48.6 per cent to 50,497 units. Two-wheeler production reached 27,18,514 units, compared with 21,89,566 units in July 2025, while exports increased to 5,54,258 units from 4,33,873 units.

What was the overall July 2026 trend across major vehicle segments?
The July 2026 data showed broad-based growth across passenger vehicles, three-wheelers and two-wheelers, with all three categories recording strong double-digit domestic sales increases. Passenger vehicle sales grew 34.3 per cent, three-wheelers increased 33.4 per cent and two-wheelers rose 22.6 per cent compared with July 2025. Total production across passenger vehicles, three-wheelers, two-wheelers and quadricycles reached 33,70,958 units. SIAM said momentum had been sustained over several months as the industry approached the festive season, when expectations for consumer demand were strong.