Key Points

Maruti Suzuki India achieved its highest-ever monthly exports in June 2025, shipping 37,842 units. Despite a dip in domestic sales, the company saw strong cumulative export growth for FY26. Meanwhile, Kia India reported a 12.7% sales increase in H1 2025 and is set to launch its first Made-in-India EV. Both companies remain optimistic about future growth in India’s evolving auto market.

Key Points: Maruti Suzuki India Exports Hit Record High in June 2025

  • Maruti Suzuki exports surge to 37,842 units in June
  • Domestic sales dip to 130,151 units YoY
  • Kia India grows 12.7% in H1 2025
  • Kia to launch first Made-in-India EV this month
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Maruti Suzuki India's exports hit record high in June

Maruti Suzuki India exports 37,842 units in June 2025, setting a new monthly record while Kia India prepares for its first Made-in-India EV launch.

"We are confident this launch will further increase our presence in the country’s fast-transforming mobility landscape. – Joonsu Cho, Kia India"

New Delhi, July 1

Maruti Suzuki India on Tuesday posted its highest-ever monthly export numbers in June as the company exported 37,842 units during the month, setting a new record and underlining its growing global presence.

Overall, Maruti Suzuki India sold 167,993 units in June, which includes 118,906 domestic passenger vehicles -- lower than the 137,160 units sold in June 2024.

Including sales to other original equipment manufacturer (OEMs) and light commercial vehicles (LCVs), the company’s total domestic sales stood at 130,151 units, down from 148,195 units previous year.

Despite this year-on-year (YoY) dip in the domestic market, Maruti Suzuki's cumulative exports for April to June in FY26 rose sharply to 96,972 units, up from 70,560 in the same period previous year.

In terms of segments, the mini and compact category, which includes models like Alto, S-Presso, Swift, WagonR, and Baleno, recorded sales of 60,591 units in June.

Utility vehicles such as Brezza, Ertiga, Fronx, and Grand Vitara contributed 47,947 units to domestic sales.

Meanwhile, Kia India also reported strong momentum in the first half of 2025, with 142,139 vehicles dispatched, marking a 12.7 per cent growth over the same period previous year.

The recently launched Carens Clavis has received positive customer feedback for its comfort, features, and safety.

Kia India’s export numbers also remained strong, with 11,813 vehicles shipped globally in the first half of 2025.

The company is now preparing to launch its first Made-in-India electric vehicle this month -- reinforcing its commitment to India’s fast-changing mobility landscape.

“With our first Made-in-India EV launching this month, we are diversifying our product portfolio fortifying our long-term commitment to the evolving preferences of Indian customers,” Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer, Kia India stated.

“We are confident this launch will further increase our presence in the country’s fast-transforming mobility landscape,” Cho mentioned.

He added that “going forward, we remain optimistic about sustaining a healthy growth trajectory in the second half of the year."

- IANS

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Priya S
While exports are growing, domestic sales decline is worrying. Many families are postponing car purchases due to high fuel prices and economic uncertainty. Government should reduce taxes on small cars to boost demand.
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Arjun K
Swift and Baleno are killing it in exports! These models prove Indian engineering can compete globally. But when will Maruti launch proper automatic transmission options? Still stuck with AMT in most models while competitors offer better tech.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Kia's growth in India. Their design language is much more contemporary than Maruti's. The EV launch could be a game-changer if priced competitively. Indian consumers deserve more electric options beyond just Tata and MG.
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Vikram M
Maruti needs to improve build quality and safety features if they want to maintain leadership. Global markets demand 5-star safety, but most Maruti cars still score poorly. Great mileage isn't enough anymore!
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Kavya N
As a WagonR owner, I'm proud to see our desi cars going global! 😊 But service center experience needs improvement - waiting times are too long even for basic maintenance. Hope they focus on after-sales as much as exports.
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Michael C
The real story here is how India is becoming a major auto export hub.

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