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Tax boost accelerates small SUV sales in India, while hatchbacks lag behind
Following the GST rate cuts in September 2025, India's passenger vehicle market witnessed a significant shift towards compact SUVs, with their market share rising to 57% in October. Despite this trend, Maruti Suzuki observed a mild rebound in hatchback sales, with small-car volumes outpacing SUVs in October, signaling potential resilience in the entry-level segment.

