Tata Nexon Leads February 2026 SUV Sales Amid Continued Diesel SUV Demand in India

In February 2026, SUVs continued to dominate India's automotive market, with the Tata Nexon leading sales at 19,430 units, followed by the Tata Punch and Maruti Suzuki Dzire. The midsize SUV segment saw strong performances from models like the Hyundai Creta and Mahindra Scorpio N, which remains popular for its diesel engine. Despite stricter emission norms reducing diesel options, several diesel SUVs such as the Toyota Fortuner and Tata Safari remain available, appealing to buyers valuing torque and highway efficiency.