Maruti Suzuki's India market share slips to record-low 39% as SUV wave lifts Tata, Mahindra

India's top carmaker sees dominance erode as compact-SUV demand from Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra reshapes buyer preference; Maruti now plans pricier SUVs and faster R&D, backing an $11B investment push to defend share through 2030.

— Filed Mon, 20 Jul, 2026, 11:21 IST · Source CNBC-TV18 · Companies · Updated

Maruti Suzuki's India market share hits record low ~39% as SUV demand from Tata/Mahindra erodes dominance; company plans pricier SUVs, faster R&D to regain share by 2030.