Maruti, Tata lead hatchback revival as carmakers chase mass-market buyers again

Tata launches next-gen Tiago and Tiago.ev with 10.25-inch touchscreen and 100 km/18 min fast charging, priced Rs 4.69-6.99 lakh. Maruti reaffirms entry-level commitment as affordability pressures and first-time buyer slowdown push OEMs back to small cars after years of SUV focus.

— Filed Sat, 6 Jun, 2026, 15:45 IST · Source ET Small Business · Updated

Indian carmakers Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors are pivoting back to hatchbacks as affordability concerns and first-time buyer pressures resurface. Tata launched next-gen Tiago and Tiago.ev with premium tech features; Maruti signals renewed entry-level small car commitment.