Top 5 Best-Selling SUVs in August: Brezza and Punch Overtake Creta

The SUV market in India has witnessed significant growth in recent years, with various segments and new entrants contributing to its popularity and competitiveness. Here are the top 5 best-selling SUVs for the month of August:

1. Maruti Suzuki Brezza
   • August 2023 Sales: 14,572 units
   • August 2022 Sales: 15,193 units
   • Year-on-Year Change: -4%
   Maruti Suzuki Brezza has claimed the top spot as the highest-selling SUV in India, dethroning the long-reigning Hyundai Creta. In August 2023, Maruti sold 14,572 units of the Brezza, marking a slight year-on-year decline of 4%.
2. Tata Punch
   • August 2023 Sales: 14,523 units
   • August 2022 Sales: 12,006 units
   • Year-on-Year Change: +20.96%
   Tata Punch has played a significant role in popularizing the micro SUV segment. Tata Motors sold 14,523 units of the Punch in August, registering an impressive year-on-year growth of 20.96%. It faces strong competition from the Hyundai Exter.
3. Hyundai Creta
   • August 2023 Sales: 13,832 units
   • August 2022 Sales: 12,577 units
   • Year-on-Year Change: +9.98%
   The Hyundai Creta, a former best-seller in India, continues to perform well. In August, Hyundai sold 13,832 units of the Creta, achieving a year-on-year growth of 9.98%. The SUV is expected to receive a mid-cycle facelift soon.
4. Maruti Fronx
   • August 2023 Sales: 12,164 units
5. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
   • August 2023 Sales: 11,818 units

Maruti Suzuki has not only secured the top position but has also become the leading manufacturer of SUVs/UVs in the country, surpassing Mahindra.