Auto Sales August 2026: Maruti, Hyundai, Mahindra Report Strong Growth

India’s major carmakers had a strong August, with all manufacturers so far reporting year-on-year growth in sales. Mahindra and Tata Motors posted the sharpest gains, while Maruti Suzuki continued to lead the market by a wide margin.

 

Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki sold 2,19,220 units in August 2026, including 1,80,078 units in the domestic market, 5,298 units supplied to other OEMs and 33,844 units exported. The company also crossed the one-million-unit mark in total sales within the first five months of FY2026-27.

 

Its domestic passenger vehicle sales stood at 1,76,971 units, compared with 1,31,278 units in August 2025. For the April-August period, Maruti sold 8,98,402 passenger vehicles domestically, up from 6,62,626 units during the same period last year.

 

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Mahindra Auto

Mahindra recorded total auto sales of 1,07,648 units in August, including exports, registering a 42 per cent year-on-year increase. Its SUV range continued to be the main driver, with domestic sales rising 50 per cent to 59,257 units, compared with 39,399 units in August 2025.

 

Including exports, Mahindra sold 61,167 utility vehicles during the month. For the first five months of FY2026-27, domestic utility vehicle sales stood at 2,94,050 units, compared with 2,41,337 units in the corresponding period of FY2025-26, marking a 22 per cent increase.

 

Tata Motors

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles reported total domestic and international sales of 67,753 units in August 2026, up 56 per cent from 43,315 units in August last year. Domestic passenger vehicle sales, including EVs, rose 59 per cent to 65,253 units from 41,001 units.

 

Tata’s electric vehicle sales saw an even bigger jump. The company sold 16,549 EVs across domestic and international markets during August, compared with 8,540 units a year earlier, registering a 94 per cent increase.

 

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Hyundai India

Hyundai Motor India recorded total sales of 65,796 units in August, including exports, up 8.8 per cent year-on-year. Domestic sales accounted for 54,396 units, a 23.6 per cent increase over the same month last year. 

 

Hyundai said the August domestic figure was its highest-ever for the month. The company’s domestic sales during the April-August period also grew 12.6 per cent year-on-year.

 

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Kia India

Kia India dispatched 29,042 units in August 2026, compared with 19,608 units in August 2025, registering a 48.1 per cent increase. The company described it as its best-ever August wholesale performance since entering the Indian market. 

 

Kia’s year-to-date wholesales for 2026 stood at 2,20,991 units, compared with 1,83,882 units during the corresponding period last year, marking a 20.1 per cent increase. 

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Simple Wave Electric Scooter Launch Tomorrow: What To Expect?

Bengaluru-based Simple Energy is set to launch the Wave, its first electric scooter aimed at the family scooter segment, tomorrow, September 2, 2026. The new model will sit below the Simple One in the company’s line-up. 

 

Also Read: New Simple Wave Electric Scooter To Launch On September 2

 

Simple Energy has not revealed the full specifications yet, but says the Wave has been developed around practicality, everyday usability and technology. Unlike the Simple One and the Simple Ultra, which focus more on performance, the Wave is essentially for family-oriented buyers.

 

Simple Wave: All We Know So Far

The company states that the Wave has been developed leveraging the experience and engineering from the Simple One, which means it shares the same underpinnings. Previous Spy shots of test scooters have already revealed some details, including a large single-piece seat, telescopic front suspension and twin shocks at the rear. A front disc and rear drum are expected to handle braking duties, while test mules have also been seen with a TFT instrument display.

 

The scooter is also expected to have a claimed range of around 180km; top speed could be 70 kmph, although Simple Energy is yet to confirm. Moreover, the charging port appears to be positioned on the front apron.

 

Also Read: Simple Energy To Unveil Its First Family Electric Scooter On September 2

The Wave is expected to ride on 12-inch wheels at both ends. Simple Energy is yet to reveal the battery capacity or motor specifications, so details such as peak power, torque and performance will only be known tomorrow.

 

The brand is expected to announce the Wave’s variants, battery options, charging specifications and pricing at tomorrow’s launch. Once launched, the Wave will enter a crowded family-scooter segment, competing with the Ather Konarc, Ather Rizta, Bajaj Chetak and TVS iQube among others. 

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2027 Kia Sorento Diesel Spied Outside Dealership: What To Expect

The launch of the Kia Sorento is around the corner, but a video of the SUV arriving at a dealership has already surfaced online. The video shows the Sorento arriving at the dealership without camouflage, revealing its exterior and interior design elements. This is the most detailed video of the India-spec Sorento yet.

 

Kia Sorento: What To Expect

 

From the exterior, the SUV looks very similar to the model sold in international markets. It gets Kia's ice-cube LED projector headlights, stacked vertically on both sides. 

 

Furthermore, it can be seen with LED fog lights integrated into the lower grille. Adding to the fascia is Kia’s iconic Tiger Nose grille, which is upright and gives the SUV a strong road presence.

Towards the side, it gets heavy body cladding and chrome garnish around the windows. It also gets roof rails, which further add to the rugged and sturdy look of the SUV. Moreover, it comes with diamond-cut 19-inch alloy wheels.

 

Also Read: Kia Sorento SUV For India Revealed In Official Images; Production Begins Ahead Of Sept 4 Launch

 

At the rear, it gets a small set of taillights, along with an additional stop light mounted on the spoiler. The lower portion of the rear continues with the body cladding, complemented by bold silver garnish.

The interior is the main talking point. It gets a host of features and appears to be the second-top variant of the 7-seater version. It gets an all-white interior compared to the tan leather interior seen on the top-spec 6-seater variant that was spied earlier. The variant shown here gets a 60:40 split-folding second row.

 

Moreover, it gets a panoramic sunroof, a grey-and-white interior colour option, a dual-screen setup and retractable sunshades for second-row passengers.

 

In detail, the interior is equipped with several useful features, including a Bose audio system, ventilated front seats, a rotary driving selector and wireless charging. Paired with the dual-screen setup is a 360-degree camera system.

For the second and third rows, the SUV gets dedicated AC vents. For the second row, the AC vents are placed below the centre console, right ahead of the middle passenger. For the third row, we can see a 12V socket and Type-C charging ports. In the boot, it gets an electronic tailgate opener. Furthermore, it is expected to come equipped with ADAS.

 

On the powertrain front, the variant shown here gets an 8-speed DCT gearbox, which could be paired with the 2.2-litre diesel engine. This engine produces 200 bhp and 441 Nm of torque.

 

The upcoming model is also expected to come with a 1.6-litre hybrid petrol engine, which could be mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. This powertrain produces 240 bhp and 380 Nm of torque.

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Mahindra XEV 9S, XEV 9e Now Available With BaaS; Prices Start At Rs 12.65 Lakh

Mahindra has expanded its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) programme to the XEV 9S and XEV 9e, bringing down the upfront price of its two electric SUVs The scheme was recently introduced by the brand with the recently launched BE 6 Sporteq and has now expanded to the carmaker's entire electric SUV lineup. 

 

Also Read: Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Launched At Rs 19.45 Lakh

Under the BaaS model, buyers pay separately for the vehicle and its battery. This means the battery cost is removed from the initial vehicle price, while customers pay an effective usage fee of Rs 3.75 per kilometre for the battery.

 

XEV 9S Variants	Battery	BaaS price
One Above	59kWh	Rs 12.65 lakh
One Above	79kWh	Rs 12.65 lakh
Two Above	70kWh	Rs 16.05 lakh
Two Above	79kWh	Rs 15.95 lakh
Three	79kWh	Rs 17.85 lakh
Three Above	79kWh	Rs 19.95 lakh

 

With this, the XEV 9S starts at Rs 12.65 lakh under BaaS, compared with Rs 20.65 lakh for the SUV’s full purchase price. This saves Rs 8 lakh on the upfront cost at the entry-level.

 

XEV 9e Variants	Battery	BaaS price
One	59kWh	Rs 13.90 lakh
Two	79kWh	Rs 16.50 lakh
Three Cineluxe	79kWh	Rs 19.35 lakh
Three	79kWh	Rs 20.50 lakh

 

The XEV 9e, meanwhile, starts at Rs 13.90 lakh with BaaS, down from its starting price of Rs 21.90 lakh. Here too, buyers opting for the BaaS scheme can save Rs 8 lakh on the upfront cost. All prices are ex-showroom, with the regular XEV 9S and XEV 9e prices mentioned without the charger.

 

The BaaS programme was initially introduced with the BE 6 Sporteq, where Mahindra says the response from customers encouraged it to extend the scheme to the rest of its Electric models. Under the programme, the BE 6 Sporteq can be bought for Rs 11.45 lakh, with the battery charged at an effective usage cost of Rs 3.75 per kilometre.

 

Also Read: Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Formula E Freedom Edition Launched At Rs 24.45 Lakh

JSW MG Motor India was the first manufacturer in India to introduce this model with the Windsor, after which Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, Kia and Hyundai, among others, have also introduced similar schemes.

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Ather Konarc Electric Scooter: In Pictures

At the fourth Edition of its Community Day event, Ather Energy has launched the Konarc, the first scooter based on its new EL platform. Prices start at Rs 1 lakh (ex-showroom). The Konarc is offered in versions – S 100, S 125 and S 161 – with the numbers indicating their respective IDC range figures. A 200km range version is also planned for Q3 2027. Deliveries of the S variants are slated to begin from September 21, 2026, while the Z trim is expected to arrive in Q2 2027.

 

Also Read: Ather Konarc Launched in India, Prices Start At Rs 1 Lakh

 

 

Ather has announced prices for three versions of the Konarc: S 100 (Rs 1 lakh), S 125 (Rs 1.22 lakh) and S 161 (Rs 1.45 lakh). These variants differ in battery capacity, range, performance and equipment.

The entry-level Konarc S 100 gets a 2.1 kWh battery, while the S 125 and S 161 get larger 2.7 kWh and 3.5 kWh battery packs, respectively.

In terms of claimed IDC range, the three variants are rated at 100km, 125km and 161km, while Ather’s True Range figures stand at 80km, 100km and 130km respectively.

All three variants have a 70 kmph top speed, although the S 100 takes five seconds from 0-40 kph, compared with 4.7 seconds for the larger versions.

The S 100 produces 4 kW and 16 Nm, while the S 125 and S 161 develop 4.7 kW and 16 Nm, with all three using PMSM motors.

 

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Ather has equipped all three variants with SmartEco, Eco and Power ride modes.

The standard 450W onboard charger takes four hours to charge the S 100 from 0-80 per cent, while the S 125 and S 161 require 4.5 hours and 5.67 hours respectively.

A combined charger is available as an add-on for the S 100 and S 125, while the faster charging hardware comes fitted as standard on the S 161.

With the combined charger, the claimed 0-80 per cent home-charging time drops to two hours for the S 100, 2 hours 25 minutes for the S 125 and 3 hours 10 minutes for the S 161.

The S 100 can add 13km through Ather Grid in 10 minutes, while the S 125 and S 161 can recover approximately 15km during the same period. Ather Grid access is offered as an add-on on the S 100, while it comes included with the S 125 and S 161 variants.

The three Konarc versions get 14-inch front and 12-inch rear alloy wheels, with identical 90/90-14 front and 100/90-12 rear tyre sizes across the range. The S 100 gets drum brakes at both ends, while the S 125 and S 161 get a 220mm front disc, paired with a 130mm rear drum.

All three versions feature long-travel suspension, with 90mm of front travel and 100mm at the rear, along with a steel unibody chassis.

The S 100 gets a 4.2-inch display, while the S 125 and S 161 upgrade to a larger seven-inch touchscreen unit.

 

Kerb weight is rated at 126.5 kg for the S 125 and 129 kg for the S 161, while the S 100’s weight is undisclosed.

All three variants offer 31 litres of underseat storage, although the S 100 gets a regular grab rail while the higher versions feature cushioned grab rails.

A mobile holder with USB charging is standard across the range, while an 18W Type-C charger is offered as an accessory rather than standard equipment.

Reverse Park Assist are available across all three versions. The S 100 misses out on AirWalk, FallSafe and Bluetooth call and music alerts, all of which are available on the S 125 and S 161. AutoHold is offered across the range.

Interestingly, Ather has given a unique mechanism to open the boot. One can either open it with the smart key and the seat pops up, or there is a button positioned behind the backrest, which, according to Ather, is best opened with your knee.

The higher variants offer theft and tow alerts, Ride Stories, Find My Scooter, remote charging status, Bluetooth and SIM connectivity and OTA updates.

Ather Connect is complimentary for three years on the S 125 and S 161, while the S 100 does not receive the same connected-service package. All three versions remain compatible with AtherStack Pro.

The S 100 is available in two colour combinations, Quartz White with Blue and Majestic Grey with Black, while the higher variants get four choices.

The S 125 and S 161 additionally get Celestial Gold with Blue and Lumen Copper with Black, expanding the colour palette over the entry-level version.

Lastly, one small but meaningful addition comes in the form of a centre stand. The Konarc is the first Ather electric scooter model to feature it.

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Ather Konarc: Firsts and Standout Features On The New Electric Scooter

The new Ather Konarc brings several notable features and additions to Ather’s electric scooter range. While the specification sheet does not explicitly call these features “firsts”, there are a few that stand out, including some practical additions.

Also Read: Ather Konarc Launched 

The biggest headline is the 3.5 kWh battery on the Konarc S 161 KM, which delivers a claimed 161 km IDC range. The scooter is also available with 2.1 kWh and 2.7 kWh batteries, offering claimed ranges of 100 km and 125 km respectively.

The Konarc gets a 7-inch DeepView display on the higher variants, while the entry-level version gets a 4.2-inch unit.

Another highlight is Ather’s Ride Assist suite, which includes AirWalk, AutoHold and FallSafe. It also gets Ather Connect, Bluetooth call and music alerts, theft and tow alerts, Find My Scooter, remote charging status and OTA updates.

However, one of the most interesting additions is something much simpler: a main stand. While main stands are commonplace on many conventional and electric scooters, their availability on the Konarc is a notable practical first for Ather.

The scooter also gets 31-litre underseat storage which can be opened remotely or conveniently with the knee through a button located above the tail lamp. It also gets USB Type-C charging and, on the S 161 KM, a combined charger as standard.

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Ather Konarc Launched in India, Prices Start At Rs 1 Lakh

Ather Energy has launched the new Konarc electric scooter in India, with prices starting at Rs 1 lakh. The scooter is offered in three variants – S 100 KM, S 125 KM and S 161 KM – differentiated primarily by their battery capacity and range.

The entry-level Konarc gets a 2.1 kWh battery and claims an IDC range of 100 km, while the 2.7 kWh version offers 125 km. 

 

The range-topping variant gets a 3.5 kWh battery and claims 161 km of IDC range. All three versions have a 70 kmph top speed, while peak power is rated at up to 4.7 kW and torque at 16 Nm.

 

The Konarc uses a steel unibody chassis, alloy wheels and long-travel suspension with 90 mm of front and 100 mm of rear travel. Braking hardware varies by variant, with the higher versions getting a 220 mm front disc and 130 mm rear drum.

 

Features include AutoHold, FallSafe, AirWalk, Bluetooth call and music alerts, Ather Connect, theft and tow alerts, Find My Scooter and OTA updates. The scooter also gets 31-litre underseat storage and a USB Type-C charger.

 

The Konarc is available in four colours, depending on the variant.

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2027 Mahindra 3 Door Thar Facelift Spotted Testing Ahead Of Launch

The three-door Mahindra Thar is beginning to feel dated, and the brand has been working on giving it an update. As the launch of the facelifted Mahindra Thar approaches, the SUV has been spotted testing on Indian roads. Images surfacing online reveal some of the changes expected on the updated model.

 

Despite the camouflage, several design details can be seen. The facelifted Thar appears to get a new LED headlight design featuring C-shaped DRLs with a projector positioned between them. The overall design seems to be inspired by its larger sibling, the Thar Roxx. However, the grille appears to have a different design compared to the five-door SUV.

The front bumper also appears to have been tweaked, with the lower section now looking more separated from the upper portion. The SUV could also get a revised fog light setup, replacing the circular units seen on the current model.

 

Moving to the side, the test vehicle can be seen with a new set of alloy wheels. The design appears to be different from the current model, although the overall change is relatively subtle.

 

Mahindra Thar Facelift: Powertrain

 

In terms of powertrain, the facelifted three-door Thar is expected to continue with the existing engine options. The current model is available with both petrol and diesel powertrains.

Mahindra Thar Roxx engine image used for representation purposes only.
 

The diesel range includes a 1.5-litre four-cylinder diesel engine offered with the RWD version. It is paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual gearbox and produces 117 bhp and 300 Nm of peak torque.

 

The second diesel option is a 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel engine, which is available with both a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic gearbox. It produces 130 bhp and 300 Nm of peak torque.

 

The petrol option is a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol four-cylinder engine that produces 150 bhp and 300 Nm of peak torque. It can be paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox.

 

The facelift is also expected to retain the Thar's existing four-wheel-drive hardware on applicable variants, although Mahindra could make changes to the SUV's underpinnings by sharing components with the Thar Roxx.

 

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Hero MotoCorp To Invest 1,758 Crore More In Ather Energy

Hero MotoCorp is set to increase its stake in Ather Energy, with the company approving an investment of up to Rs 1,758 crore to buy additional shares from an existing shareholder. According to a regulatory filing by Hero MotoCorp, the transaction will take Hero's holding in Ather from 29.88 per cent to around 32.8 per cent on a fully diluted basis.

 

Also Read: Ather Konarc Is The Name Of Production-Spec EL01 E-Scooter

Hero's Committee of Directors approved the purchase on August 27. The transaction is expected to be completed by September 3 and will be funded entirely through cash. No government or regulatory approvals are required for the deal.

 

Hero MotoCorp has been an investor in Ather for several years and is already the company's largest shareholder. As of August 25, Hero held a 29.88 per cent stake in Ather on a fully diluted basis. The latest purchase will increase that holding to up to around 32.8 per cent.

 

Also Read: Ather Begins Pothole Alerts Rollout For Gen 2 Electric Scooters

This comes shortly after Hero announced plans to invest up to Rs 1,000 crore in Ather through a preferential issue. Ather subsequently allotted convertible warrants worth Rs 959.99 crore to Hero as part of that investment.

 

Ather has been growing its business at a steady pace over the past few years. Its turnover stood at Rs 1,753.8 crore in the financial year ended March 2024, rising to Rs 2,255 crore in FY2025. In FY2026, turnover increased further to Rs 3,671.76 crore.

 

Also Read: Ather 450X Overtones Series Launched; Gets Faster Charging & New Colours

The company's current product range includes multiple models under the 450 series and Rizta. Looking ahead, Ather is all set to unveil the Konarc at its Community Day tomorrow. It will be the first Ather model based on the company's new EL platform and will sit alongside the Rizta in the lineup.

 

Hero MotoCorp also has its own electric two-wheeler business under the Vida brand, but its association with Ather goes back well before it launched its own EVs. Hero first invested Rs 205 crore in Ather Energy in 2016 and has since taken part in almost every major funding round raised by the electric two-wheeler maker.

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Range Rover Sport Twenty Edition Launched at Rs 1.90 Crore

The Range Rover Sport has been on sale globally for two decades. To celebrate this milestone, the company has launched the special edition Range Rover Sport ‘Twenty Edition’ in India at Rs 1.90 crore (ex-showroom), with deliveries scheduled to begin in October 2026. As a special edition, it gets several cosmetic updates over the standard variant, while there are no changes to the powertrain.

On the exterior, it gets an edition-specific ultra-metallic Sanguinello Orange paint finish, which draws inspiration from the ‘Stromer’ Orange Range Rover concept and the Vesuvius Orange First Edition Range Rover Sport. In addition, there are two other colour options: Santorini Black and Ostuni White.

 

Also Read: Range Rover SV Ultra Launched At Rs 3.80 Crore

 

To give it a more subtle and sportier appearance, the brand also offers a Black Exterior Pack, along with 23-inch wheels finished in silver or gloss black. It also gets ‘Twenty’ badging and detailing as a reminder of its special-edition status.

Inside, it features illuminated ‘Twenty’ badging on the scuff plates and ‘Twenty’ scripting on the centre console. The seats remain relatively similar, with Ebony Windsor leather seats borrowed from the Range Rover Sport SV. Furthermore, the interior gets forged carbon veneers and a black suede-cloth headlining to make the cabin feel more special.

 

On the powertrain front, it remains identical to the standard Range Rover Sport. To recall, it gets a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 mild-hybrid engine that produces 537 bhp and 750 Nm of torque. The SUV can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 4.5 seconds.

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Hyundai Entry Electric SUV Debut In Q4 FY2027; New-Gen Creta, i10 Confirmed

Hyundai's much-awaited entry electric SUV will make its debut in the fourth quarter of the year. At its global 2026 CEO Investor Day conference, Hyundai revealed that the electric SUV will make its debut within the next eight months while also confirming the arrival of the third-gen Creta and an all-new i10 hatchback for the Indian market in the coming years.
 

Also read: 2026 Hyundai Exter Knight Edition Launched: Prices Start At Rs 8.13 Lakh
 

“Before we talk about 2030, let's look at the next eight months for Hyundai. The all-new Elantra, which is the Avante in Korea. The brand new Ioniq 3, the all-new Tucson and the Tucson hybrid. The first-ever Santa Fe EREV. A brand new A-SUV EV for India. An all-new Global B SUV and an all-new B SUV for Europe,” said José Muñoz, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company.
 

 

Also read: Hyundai’s Made-In-India Electric Sub-4-Metre SUV To Get Level 2 ADAS, 2 Battery Packs
 

Hyundai has said that it plans to launch 26 new models in India between now and 2030, including models from its luxury Genesis arm. Hyundai India has previously said that the luxury car sub-brand would arrive in India in 2027.
 

Hyundai had confirmed its new entry electric SUV for the Indian market at its 2025 CEO Investor Day. The company has gone on to confirm that the model would be offered with a choice of battery options as well as packing in Level 2 ADAS tech as well as featuring an Advanced Infotainment system with an OTA controller - likely referring to its new Pleos infotainment system.

 

Also read: New Hyundai MPV, Off-Road SUV Confirmed For India
 

 

The new electric SUV is likely to be positioned as a rival to the Tata Punch EV and could sit on the Hyundai Group’s K1 platform.
 

New-Gen Hyundai Creta, i10 Confirmed
 

Hyundai also confirmed the arrival of the next-gen Creta for the Indian market, with the company noting that it had been the best-selling model in its segment for the last decade. Hyundai also confirmed the arrival of an all-new i10 hatchback for the Indian market, though timelines and details remain under wraps.
 

Outside of these, Hyundai is also looking to enter new market segments in the coming years. The company, during its India Investor Day in October 2025, confirmed development of a new MPV for the Indian market alongside an all-new off-road-ready SUV. The carmaker recently unveiled the Kia Carens Clavis-based Neira prototype at the recently concluded 2026 Indonesia Motor Show, which could be the basis for the new MPV for India.

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