After taking a look at the sales of the sub 4 meter SUV segment, let us now take a look at the 4.2 meter to 4.5 meter SUV segment. The segment has now grown to 17 SUVs, the latest entrant being the Duster. It has recorded strong growth in March 2026, with total sales increasing to 76,789 units, up 49.35% compared to 51,416 units sold in March 2025. On a month-on-month basis, the segment has grown by 10.44% compared to 69,531 units sold in February 2026. The segment is now witnessing a major shakeup due to new launches, updated models and changing buyers. Priorities.
4.2m to 4.5m SUV sales March 2026
Despite a marginal decline of 1.22% year-on-year, Hyundai Creta/EV continued to lead the segment with 17,838 units. Even with many new arrivals in the market, Creta remains a top seller, underscoring its strong brand value and mass appeal. Maruti Victoris stood at second place with 11,062 units. As a new entrant, it has made an immediate impact and the Grand Vitara sales appear to have declined by 35.25% year-on-year to 6,746 units. Total sales of GV and Victoris stood at 17,808 units, which is only 30 less than Creta.
The new Kia Seltos took the third position with 11,041 units, registering a strong growth of 69.21% YoY. This is also the highest monthly sales of the model since deliveries of the new generation version began in January. Toyota Highrider stood second with 10,206 units, registering an impressive growth of 93.08% YoY, indicating the steady attraction for hybrid SUVs in the segment. Tata Sierra stood at fifth position with 9,003 units, its highest monthly sales since deliveries started earlier this year.
Honda Elevate recorded a largely steady performance at 2,467 units, which is almost flat on a year-on-year basis. Skoda Kushaq registered a sharp growth of 157.19% YoY at 2,307 units as new deliveries have now started and its sales have increased significantly. Tata Curve/EV sold 1,602 units, down 57.68% YoY, indicating softer traction compared to its initial phase.
Mahindra BE6 sold 1,495 units, a growth of 60.06% year-on-year, showing encouraging growth in the EV sector. Renault Duster joins the list with 1,402 units, as deliveries have now started. This marks the return of an important nameplate to the segment and sales are likely to grow further in the coming months.
Volkswagen Taigun sold 908 units, down 42.89% year-on-year. However, its facelift was launched just a few days ago, which means sales are expected to improve in the coming weeks. The MG ZS EV registered 411 units, down 51.99% YoY, while the Mahindra XUV400 registered only 117 units, down 50.84% YoY. At the bottom of the segment, the Citroen C3 Aircross posted 76 units, a growth of 10.14% year-on-year. MG Astor sales declined by 70.11% year-on-year to 55 units. Citroën Basalt reported 53 units, down 47% year-on-year.
segment outlook
The segment is becoming increasingly competitive, with Creta still holding on to the top position despite a strong influx of new entrants. The Victoris has made a strong start and is clearly making an impact on the Grand Vitara, while the Seltos and Highrider are showing strong momentum. New products like Sierra and Duster have further increased the competition. With updated products like the Taigun facelift now entering the market and deliveries picking up for new launches, the SUV segment is expected to remain highly dynamic in the coming months.
