Maruti Suzuki August 2026 Production Rises 40% YoY

Maruti Suzuki August 2026 Production Rises 40% Year Over Year

Maruti Suzuki India produced 221,613 vehicles in August 2026, up 40% year over year from 158,202 units in August 2025, according to the company's production filing with the stock exchanges. Total passenger vehicle production reached 217,881 units during the month, compared with 155,238 units a year earlier, representing a 40.4% increase. Light commercial vehicle production also increased, rising 25.9% year over year to 3,732 units from 2,964 units.

Utility Vehicle Production Records Strongest Growth

Utility vehicle production recorded the highest growth among the company's major vehicle segments, increasing 67.1% year over year to 97,922 units in August 2026 from 58,587 units in August 2025. The category includes the Brezza, Ertiga, e Vitara, Fronx, Jimny, Victoris and XL6, along with OEM models. The sharp increase in this segment was a major contributor to the overall rise in vehicle production during the month. The August figures reflect production operations in India and cover the company's passenger vehicle and light commercial vehicle output.

Passenger Car Output Increases 25.7%

Passenger car production increased 25.7% year over year to 107,400 units in August 2026. Within this category, output of compact models rose 28.4% to 97,510 units from the corresponding period a year earlier. The compact vehicle group includes the Baleno, Celerio, Dzire, Ignis, Swift, WagonR and OEM models. The increase in compact model production contributed significantly to overall passenger car output, while the broader passenger vehicle category continued to account for the majority of the company's monthly manufacturing volume.

Mini Vehicles and Vans Also Post Production Gains

Production of mini vehicles, comprising the Alto and S-Presso, increased 4.3% year over year to 9,890 units in August 2026. Van production for the Eeco rose 11.7% to 12,559 units during the month. Although these segments recorded more moderate growth than utility vehicles and compact passenger cars, both contributed to the increase in overall manufacturing output. The production mix therefore reflected growth across several vehicle categories, with utility vehicles delivering the strongest percentage increase among the major segments reported for August.

August Production Covers Passenger and Light Commercial Vehicles

The company's August 2026 production figures cover passenger vehicles and the Super Carry light commercial vehicle. Overall output reached 221,613 units during the month, with passenger vehicle manufacturing accounting for 217,881 units and light commercial vehicle production contributing 3,732 units. The production filing provides the year-over-year comparison for August 2026 against August 2025 and shows particularly strong growth in utility vehicle manufacturing, alongside increases across passenger cars, mini vehicles, vans and light commercial vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vehicles did Maruti Suzuki produce in August 2026?
Maruti Suzuki produced 221,613 vehicles in August 2026, representing a 40% year-over-year increase from 158,202 units produced in August 2025. Passenger vehicle production accounted for 217,881 units, while light commercial vehicle production reached 3,732 units. Utility vehicles recorded the strongest growth among the major segments, with output rising 67.1% to 97,922 units. Passenger car production increased 25.7% to 107,400 units, while compact model production rose 28.4% to 97,510 units during the month.