Honda Cars India has reported strong sales growth in May 2026, registering total sales of 7,853 units. This includes domestic sales of 5,111 units and exports of 2,742 units. Compared to 5,985 units sold in May 2025, total sales increased by 31.21% year-on-year (YoY), which translated into a volume increase of 1,868 units.
Honda car sales May 2026
Domestic sales stood at 5,111 units in May 2026, up 29.39% from 3,950 units sold in the same month last year. The company added 1,161 units in domestic sales due to sustained demand for models like Amaze, Elevate and City. Exports also recorded a healthy growth, rising from 2,035 units to 2,742 units in May 2025. This represents a year-on-year increase of 34.74%, with export volumes increasing by 707 units.
On a month-on-month basis, Honda Cars recorded an even stronger improvement. Domestic sales increased from 4,069 units in April 2026 to 5,111 units in May 2026, showing a growth of 25.61%. The company added 1,042 units last month, indicating better momentum in the domestic market.
New City and ZR-V debuts support brand momentum
Commenting on the performance, Mr. Kunal Bahl, Vice President, Marketing & SalesHonda Cars India Ltd said that despite concerns over rising fuel prices and their potential impact on customer sentiments, May turned out to be a profitable month for the company. Honda attributed this growth to the successful launch of the new City, which helped strengthen its position in the sedan segment. The company also showcased the ZR-V SUV in India, which generated interest among customers and highlighted Honda’s global SUV portfolio.
The company’s current lineup includes Amaze, City and Elevate which are continuously contributing to the sales. With domestic sales crossing the 5,000 unit mark and exports growing at an even faster pace, Honda Cars India has had a positive start to the new financial year.
While Honda’s sales remain significantly lower than mass market players, the company has managed to register a strong growth rate among passenger vehicle manufacturers in May 2026, supported by both domestic demand and export performance. Honda has announced aggressive launch plans for the Indian market. This year, they plan to launch a few more CBU models, next year will launch the India-made 0 Alpha electric SUV and from 2028 onwards, launch an all-new sub 4 meter SUV and a mid-size SUV. By 2030, Honda will launch 10 new cars in the Indian market.