Maruti Suzuki, India’s top carmaker, has kicked off FY2025 with a twist in its tale. The Swift hatchback posted a whopping 256% year-on-year growth in April 2025. It sold 14,592 units, up from just 4,094 in April last year. Meanwhile, the Brezza compact SUV, despite being a fan favourite, saw a small 1% drop in sales.
For the everyday Indian buyer, this shows just how quickly tastes—and fortunes—can shift in the car market.
Swift’s Big Comeback: What’s Driving It?
The credit for this massive jump goes to the fourth-gen Swift, launched in May 2024. With its sportier design, modern interiors, and fresh infotainment system, the car feels made for the young Indian looking for value without compromising style.
Starting at ₹6.49 lakh (ex-showroom), the new Swift is affordable, stylish, and reliable—basically, the Maruti Suzuki formula that has worked for decades. No wonder it’s the fastest-growing car among the top 25 models sold in India in April.
In a market full of SUVs, the humble hatchback just reminded everyone why it’s still king in Indian cities. After all, not every buyer wants a bulky vehicle. Some just want a zippy, no-nonsense ride that gets the job done—and looks good doing it.
Maruti Suzuki Swift 2024 Launched – Priced at 6.49 – 9.63 lakh
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— Sunderdeep – Volklub (@volklub) May 9, 2024
Brezza Holds On, But Competition Bites
While the Swift zoomed ahead, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza saw a slight dip—selling 16,971 units, down from 17,113 units last April. It’s still in the top 3 best-selling cars, but it’s feeling the heat.
The SUV market is getting brutal. Rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Tata Nexon, and Mahindra Scorpio are stepping up their game. Brezza, despite its strong brand, needs more than just Maruti’s legacy to stay on top.
Let’s face it—SUV buyers today want more tech, better safety, and some serious swag. Maybe it’s time Brezza got a fresh coat of ambition.
These numbers are not just about cars. They reflect how Indian buyers are smarter and more demanding now. A facelift alone won’t cut it. Continuous innovation is key, especially in a market as fast-moving as India’s.
If Maruti Suzuki wants to stay on top, it has to do what the Swift just did—listen to the people, update, and deliver value.
The Swift story proves one thing: India still roots for a good underdog comeback.
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