Top 10 Best-Selling Cars in September 2026

This September is proving to be a volume-driver month, as more than 4 lakh 27 thousand cars have been sold, according to September 2026 FADA report. This is mainly due to the festive season approaching, and people buy due to heavy discounts companies offer. Breaking the long continuing trend, Punch is no longer in first position. Infact, Maruti Baleno and Tata Nexon took the first two spot, pushing it onto the third.

Interestingly, in this list of top 10 most selling cars in September, 6 are of Maruti Suzuki alone. So, given below is the complete list with exact sales figures and ex-showroom prices.

Overview: Top 10 Best-Selling Cars in September 2026

Rank	Car Model	September 2026 Sales	Ex-Showroom Price
1	Maruti Suzuki Baleno	25,392	Rs. 6.10 lakh - Rs. 9.99 lakh
2	Tata Nexon	20,456	Rs. 7.40 lakh - Rs. 14.52 lakh*
3	Tata Punch	20,333	Rs. 5.75 lakh - Rs. 10.77 lakh*
4	Maruti Suzuki Fronx	19,282	Rs. 6.85 lakh - Rs. 11.98 lakh
5	Maruti Suzuki Wagon R	18,835	Rs. 4.99 lakh - Rs. 7.24 lakh
6	Maruti Suzuki Dzire	17,754	Rs. 6.31 lakh - Rs. 9.54 lakh
7	Hyundai Creta	17,657	Rs. 10.91 lakh - Rs. 20.46 lakh*
8	Maruti Suzuki Swift	17,399	Rs. 5.84 lakh - Rs. 8.89 lakh
9	Mahindra Scorpio	17,313	Rs. 13.37 lakh - Rs. 17.40 lakh**
10	Maruti Suzuki Ertiga	16,911	Rs. 8.90 lakh - Rs. 13.04 lakh

*Prices for petrol, diesel or CNG versions where applicable. The Tata Nexon EV, Punch EV and Hyundai Creta Electric have separate price ranges.

**The Scorpio price range refers to the Scorpio-N; the combined sales figure includes the Scorpio-N and Scorpio Classic.

Highest Selling Cars in September 2026: In Detail

1. Maruti Suzuki Baleno (25,392 Units)

The Maruti Baleno secured topmost position among the best selling September cars in 2026, with 25,392 units. Following its facelift launch in the same month, the sales skyrocketed to nearly double. Talking about the real numbers, the model got a 92.76% YoY growth compared to September 2025, when it registered 13,392 units.

The model just got a slight up-pricing (for base variant), from its previous iteration, but got massive feature upgrades. The new model now has better fuel economy, safety with level-2 ADAS and comfort. Being a Maruti premium hatchback, it competes against Hyundai i20, Tata Altroz and Toyota Glanza.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 6.10 lakh - Rs. 9.99 lakh
Fuel types	Petrol, CNG
Transmission	Manual, AMT
Engine	1.2-litre petrol
Top features	9-inch touchscreen, head-up display, 360-degree camera, automatic climate control
Best suited for	City driving and everyday family use

2. Tata Nexon (20,456 Units)

*Includes Nexon EV

The second runner up is the Nexon, finishing on 20,456 units in September 2026. Being the second most selling car in September 2026, its sales surprisingly fell by 9.38% compared to September 2025. Another fact is that it overtook the most selling car of Tata Motors - Punch, by only 123 units this time.

Being among the handful of cars available in all types of powertrains (petrol, CNG, diesel and electric), it gives buyers different budgets and running requirements. It competes against the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 3XO.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 7.40 lakh - Rs. 14.52 lakh for ICE versions
Fuel types	Petrol, diesel, CNG, electric
Transmission	Manual, AMT, DCA and EV automatic, depending on version
Top features	Touchscreen infotainment, digital instrument cluster, sunroof, 360-degree camera, connected car technology
Best suited for	Buyers seeking an SUV with multiple powertrain options

3. Tata Punch (20,333 Units)

*Includes Punch EV

Tata Punch, which is long regarded as the best selling cars in India in 2026, is on third rank this time. 20,333 units were sold, growing 27.95% YoY when compared to September 2025 sales. But on a monthly basis, it underperformed with a 4.63% MoM decline from August 2026.

Just like Nexon, Punch’s monthly decline could be due to Maruti Suzuki’s S-CNG launch of its flagship models. But that could also be a natural normalization process which happens anytime without prediction. Keeping that aside, people like the model due to its compact SUV design and raised driving position. It also gives several options in powertrains (engines and fuel types) where you can buy petrol, CNG and electric variants.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 5.75 lakh - Rs. 10.77 lakh for ICE versions
Fuel types	Petrol, CNG, electric
Transmission	Manual, AMT. Also EV automatic
Top features	Touchscreen infotainment, digital instrument display on select variants, sunroof on select variants, connected car features
Best suited for	Urban families seeking a compact SUV

4. Maruti Suzuki Fronx (19,282 Units)

Fronx is another name of Best selling cars in September 2026, recording 19,282 units. After Baleno, it is highly considered car in the Indian car market because of its crossover design, coupe type roofline and efficient engine options. Unlike the above mentioned models, this maruti car actually posted positive YoY and MoM growth.

Statistically, this time the model grew by 40.06% year on year, up from 13,767 units in September 2025. Monthly, it grew marginally by 2.94% over 18,730 units in August 2026. The model offers tough competition to the rivals like the Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 6.85 lakh - Rs. 11.98 lakh
Fuel types	Petrol, CNG
Transmission	Manual, AMT, automatic, depending on engine
Engine options	1.2-litre petrol and 1.0-litre turbo-petrol
Top features	9-inch touchscreen, head-up display, 360-degree camera, wireless smartphone connectivity
Best suited for	Buyers wanting crossover styling with hatchback-like convenience

5. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R (18,835 Units)

A long standing name we’ve always heard of, the Wagon R is not only amongst the best selling September models, but of all time. This time Maruti Wagon R completed 18,835 units with 22.4% YoY growth. For reference, the car received 15,388 unit sales in August 2025 and 20,180 units in August 2026. This also shows a 6.67% decline from August 2026 sales.

Apart from all these facts and figures, Wagon R is long prised for its tall boy design which gives a genuine head space. Also for a long time, it remained in the names giving relatively low running costs. The elevated seating position gives the driver a wide road view, which proves to be useful in city driving. For the same convenience, the model also comes with a factory-fitted CNG kit for keeping running costs further low.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 4.99 lakh - Rs. 7.24 lakh
Fuel types	Petrol, CNG
Transmission	Manual, AMT
Engine options	1.0-litre and 1.2-litre petrol
Top features	Tall-boy cabin, touchscreen infotainment on select variants, steering-mounted controls, rear parking sensors
Best suited for	First-time buyers and families looking for an affordable city car

6. Maruti Suzuki Dzire (17,754 Units)

The Maruti Suzuki Dzire ranked sixth with 17,754 units. Unlike most of the other models in this list, the compact sedan recorded a year on year sales decline of 11.40%. Its September 2025 sales were higher at 20,038 units.

The Dzire remains a popular choice for private owners and fleet operators who want a sedan with good fuel efficiency and a separate boot. Its comfortable cabin and compact dimensions also make it suitable for daily commutes. It competes with the Hyundai Aura, Honda Amaze and Tata Tigor.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 6.31 lakh - Rs. 9.54 lakh
Fuel types	Petrol, CNG
Transmission	Manual, AMT
Engine	1.2-litre petrol
Top features	9-inch touchscreen, sunroof on select variants, wireless smartphone connectivity, 360-degree camera on select variants
Best suited for	Families and fleet buyers seeking a compact sedan

7. Hyundai Creta (17,657 Units)

The Hyundai Creta secured seventh position among the best selling cars in September 2026, with 17,657 units. Its sales declined by 6.38% YoY compared to September 2025. However, the midsize SUV recorded an 8.40% increase over August 2026, indicating an improvement in its monthly performance.

The Creta continues to attract buyers with its bold styling, spacious cabin and wide range of features. Its petrol and diesel options cater to different driving needs, while the Creta Electric provides an alternative for buyers looking to switch to an EV. It competes against the Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder and Honda Elevate.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 10.91 lakh - Rs. 20.46 lakh for ICE versions
Fuel types	Petrol, diesel, electric
Transmission	Manual, IVT, automatic, DCT or EV automatic, depending on version
Top features	Panoramic sunroof, dual-screen layout, ventilated front seats, connected car technology, ADAS on select variants
Best suited for	Families seeking a feature-rich midsize SUV

8. Maruti Suzuki Swift (17,399 Units)

The Maruti Suzuki Swift ranked eighth among the best selling cars in September 2026, recording 17,399 units. The hatchback posted an 11.91% YoY growth compared to September 2025, when sales stood at 15,547 units. However, its month on month sales declined by 12.27% compared to August 2026.

The Swift continues to appeal to buyers who prefer a compact car with sporty styling, easy handling and good fuel economy. Its 1.2-litre petrol engine is available with manual and automatic options, while the CNG version caters to buyers focused on running costs. It competes against the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Tata Tiago and Maruti Baleno.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 5.84 lakh - Rs. 8.89 lakh
Fuel types	Petrol, CNG
Transmission	Manual, AMT
Engine	1.2-litre petrol
Top features	9-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, cruise control, rear AC vents on select variants
Best suited for	Young buyers and small families seeking an easy-to-drive hatchback

9. Mahindra Scorpio (17,313 Units)

The Mahindra Scorpio nameplate ranked ninth with 17,313 units in September 2026. Sales declined by 5.76% year on year but increased by 11.15% compared with August 2026.

The reported figure combines the Scorpio Classic and Scorpio-N. Both SUVs appeal to buyers who prefer a muscular design and a commanding road presence. Moreover, Scorpio-N offers a more modern cabin and additional technology. On the other hand, the Scorpio Classic retains a simpler, rugged character. Their prices and equipment differ considerably, so buyers should compare the two separately.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Scorpio-N: Rs. 13.37 lakh - Rs. 17.40 lakh
Fuel types	Diesel; petrol also available on Scorpio-N
Transmission	Manual, automatic, depending on version
Engine options	Diesel engines across both models; petrol on Scorpio-N
Top features	Touchscreen infotainment, connected car technology, multiple airbags, selectable drive modes on Scorpio-N
Best suited for	Buyers seeking a large, rugged SUV for family trips and varied road conditions

10. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga (16,911 Units)

The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga rounded off the top 10 with 16,911 units. Its sales rose by 39.59% year on year from 12,115 units in September 2025. Opposite from its annual growth, its monthly sales declined by 8.67% compared to the previous month of August 2026.

The Ertiga remains a popular choice among families and long drives. Because the three row seats help much without moving to a larger, more expensive vehicle. Its flexible seating arrangement, practical cabin and petrol and CNG options suit both private and fleet use. It competes with the Kia Carens and Toyota Rumion.

Key Details	Specifications
Ex-showroom price	Rs. 8.90 lakh - Rs. 13.04 lakh
Fuel types	Petrol, CNG
Transmission	Manual, automatic
Engine	1.5-litre petrol
Top features	Three-row seating, touchscreen infotainment, automatic climate control, rear AC vents, connected car features on select variants
Best suited for	Families needing a practical seven-seater MPV

Conclusion

Indian consumers remain in love with affordable hatchbacks, compact SUVs and practical family cars as evidenced by September 2026 sales. Maruti Suzuki Baleno topped the sales chart with 25,392 units followed by Tata Nexon and Punch with over 20,000 units each. The six models of Maruti Suzuki also highlight the company's presence across the segments.

The Fronx and Ertiga had growth of approximately 40% from the previous year, with the Baleno having the highest growth of the top 10. Customers should also shop around for the best deals before deciding on a car, as there are still a number of features, fuel options and daily driving requirements to consider.

Explore Car Brands Sales Reports of September 2026

Explore September 2026 car brand sales reports to discover the latest sales figures, top-performing brands and monthly market trends.

• Tata Motors September 2026 Sales Report
• Maruti Suzuki September 2026 Sales Report
• Hyundai September 2026 Sales Report
• Mahindra September 2026 Sales Report

FAQs about Top-10 Selling Cars In September 2026

Which was the best-selling car in India in September 2026?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno was India's best-selling car in September 2026, recording 25,392 units and registering approximately 93% year on year growth.

Which car ranked second in September 2026 sales?
The Tata Nexon ranked second with 20,456 units, narrowly ahead of the Tata Punch, which recorded 20,333 units during the month.

Which brand had the most cars in the September 2026 top 10?
Maruti Suzuki led with six models: Baleno, Fronx, Wagon R, Dzire, Swift and Ertiga. Tata Motors had two entries, while Hyundai and Mahindra had one each.

Which car recorded the highest year on year growth in September 2026?
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno recorded the highest year on year growth among the top 10, with sales increasing by 92.76% from 13,173 units to 25,392 units.

How many units did the top 10 best-selling cars record in September 2026?
The 10 models collectively recorded 1,91,332 units in September 2026, up 15.45% from 1,65,725 units in September 2025.