{"id":503131,"date":"2026-08-17T16:10:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T10:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spinny.com\/blog\/?p=503131"},"modified":"2026-09-09T06:40:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T01:10:39","slug":"top-selling-suvs-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spinny.com\/blog\/top-selling-suvs-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"September 2026: Top Selling SUVs in India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

SUVs are the most in-demand cars in India. While their smaller alternatives, compact SUVs, have also become quite popular, they have not fully replaced larger SUVs. Every month, SUVs sell in large numbers, and the same was the case in July 2026. On the latest sales chart, the list of top-selling SUVs was almost the same as last month\u2019s; however, there were some interesting updates. For example, the Hyundai Creta returned to the number one position. Meanwhile, the Maruti Grand Vitara outsold its soul sibling, the Toyota Hyryder. Here we list the best-selling SUVs of July 2026, excluding the best-selling compact SUVs<\/a>, and explain how the Hyundai Creta became the best-selling SUV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is the Hyundai Creta the Best-Selling SUV in July 2026?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In July 2026, the Hyundai Creta became the best-selling SUV after losing the title for two months in a row. The Hyundai Creta<\/a> has been the best-selling SUV for a long time. Earlier, it was the sheer capabilities of the Creta, such as a refined and reliable set of powertrains, premium features at affordable prices, and a hassle-free ownership experience, that attracted more buyers. Now, the Creta mostly benefits from the reputation it has built over the years. Another factor contributing to Creta\u2019s sales is the rising prices of compact SUVs, as top variants of many compact SUVs have slowly reached around Rs. 15 lakh. In this price bracket, the mid variants of the Creta are available, which makes more sense for buyers looking for a large family car. The value card has always been Creta’s greatest strength, and now it is even more dominant, especially compared to top models of some compact SUVs, such as the Tata Nexon and Maruti Suzuki Brezza. As a result, there has been a significant rise in demand for the Hyundai Creta Electric. The growth in sales of its electric version has significantly added to Creta’s sales. In the coming months, the Creta is sure to remain the best-selling SUV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Selling SUVs in July 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
 <\/strong><\/td>Model<\/strong><\/td>Units Sold in July 2026<\/strong><\/td>Units Sold in July 2025<\/strong><\/td>Y-O-Y Growth<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
1<\/td>Hyundai Creta<\/td>18,088<\/td>16,898<\/td>7%<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>Mahindra Scorpio<\/td>16,009<\/td>13,747<\/td>16%<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>Kia Seltos<\/td>12,541<\/td>6,010<\/td>109%<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>Maruti Suzuki Victoris<\/td>11,334<\/td> <\/td> <\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>Mahindra Bolero<\/td>9,336<\/td>7,513<\/td>24%<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>Mahindra XUV 7XO<\/td>8,233<\/td>7,054<\/td>17%<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara<\/td>8,127<\/td>6,373<\/td>28%<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder<\/td>7,187<\/td>8,814<\/td>-18%<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>Tata Sierra<\/td>6,327<\/td> <\/td> <\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>Mahindra XEV 9S<\/td>4,131<\/td> <\/td> <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Hyundai Creta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Hyundai Creta sold 18,088 units<\/strong> in July 2026, up 7 per cent from the 16,898 units it sold in the same month last year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hyundai Creta Specifications<\/h4>\n\n\n\n