Not Creta, not Nexon; A Maruti sedan led 2025 wholesale volumes

Wholesale sales data for calendar year 2025 shows a mix of sedans, hatchbacks, MPVs and SUVs featuring among the top sellers.

The Maruti Suzuki Dzire emerged as the highest-selling model of the year by wholesale volumes, with dispatches of around 2.14 lakh units. The Dzire topped the chart despite the growing preference for SUVs in the Indian market, making it the only sedan to lead the annual wholesale rankings.

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Hyundai Creta and Tata Nexon followed closely behind, each recording wholesale volumes of approximately 2.01 lakh units during the year. The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R ranked next with dispatches of around 1.94 lakh units, continuing to post strong volumes in the hatchback segment.

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The Dzire sedan is one of the best-selling offerings from Maruti Suzuki and has been a power player since its initial launch back in 2008.

The Ertiga recorded wholesale sales of about 1.92 lakh units in calendar year 2025, while the Swift followed with around 1.89 lakh units. The Fronx closed the year with dispatches of approximately 1.80 lakh units, placing it among the top ten models by wholesale volumes.

SUVs continued to account for a significant share of the list. Mahindra Scorpio reported wholesale dispatches of around 1.77 lakh units, followed by the Maruti Suzuki Brezza at 1.75 lakh units. Tata Punch completed the top ten with wholesale volumes of approximately 1.73 lakh units.

How wholesale numbers reflect real demand

While these figures represent wholesales rather than retail registrations, the numbers remain closely aligned with actual customer demand. Maruti Suzuki has stated that its dealer inventory levels are typically maintained at just two to three days, limiting the gap between factory dispatches and retail deliveries.

In calendar year 2025, Maruti Suzuki also reported its highest-ever annual volumes, with wholesale sales of 18,44,169 units and retail sales of 18,71,508 units. December played a key role in this performance, with the company recording its highest-ever monthly wholesales and retail sales during the month.

Segment-level data shows that growth during the year was spread across categories. The mini segment recorded strong gains, while compact cars and utility vehicles also posted healthy increases. CNG vehicles accounted for a growing share of volumes, with CNG retail sales during the year nearing the 7 lakh mark.