Sedans continue to remain a popular choice among Indian buyers. In March 2026, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire once again dominated the segment, securing the top position in monthly sales.
The Dzire recorded total sales of 21,224 units last month, registering a strong year-on-year growth of 37.28%. In comparison, the model had sold 15,460 units in March 2025. With this performance, the Dzire alone captured an impressive 55.13% market share in the sedan segment.
Hyundai Aura and Honda Amaze Follow
The Hyundai Aura secured second place with sales of 6,663 units, reflecting a healthy growth of 31.32% year-on-year.
The Honda Amaze ranked third, with 4,313 units sold and a growth of 20.37%.
Mid-Segment Sedans Performance
The Volkswagen Virtus took the fourth spot, with 2,009 units sold and a modest growth of 3.18%.
The Hyundai Verna stood fifth, recording sales of 1,399 units and a slight increase of 2.56%.
Decline in Tata Tigor and Skoda Slavia
The Tata Tigor ranked sixth, with 981 units sold, witnessing a sharp decline of 33.13%.
The Skoda Slavia followed in seventh position, selling 887 units and registering a decline of 25.15%.
Lower Segment Sales
The Honda City came in eighth place, with 805 units sold, down by 31.20% year-on-year.
The Toyota Camry ranked ninth, with 219 units sold, showing a modest growth of 7.88%.
Overall, a total of 38,500 sedan units were sold in India in March 2026, marking a year-on-year growth of 22.40% for the segment.
Why Dzire Continues to Lead
The strong performance of the Dzire is driven by its balance of affordability, fuel efficiency, and safety. It is powered by a 1.2-liter Z-series 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 80 bhp and 112 Nm of torque.
The manual variant delivers a mileage of 24.79 km/l, while the automatic version offers 25.71 km/l. The CNG variant stands out with an impressive fuel efficiency of 33.73 km/kg.
Additionally, the Dzire comes with a 5-star safety rating, further boosting its appeal among buyers. Its ex-showroom price ranges from ₹6.65 lakh to ₹9.39 lakh, making it one of the most value-for-money sedans in India.
