Car buyers in India will have to shell out more for their Maruti Suzuki vehicles, as the company has announced a fresh 4% price increase across its entire lineup, effective April 2025. This marks the third price hike by India’s largest carmaker this year, driven by rising raw material and operational costs.
The latest revision follows a ₹32,500 hike in February 2025 and a 4% increase in January, both prompted by the same cost pressures.
Which Cars Will Get Costlier?
The price hike applies to all Maruti Suzuki models, including bestsellers like Fronx, Wagon R, Swift, and Baleno. While the increase will vary depending on the model and variant, customers should expect higher on-road prices starting in April.
The announcement had an immediate impact on the stock market, with Maruti Suzuki’s share price initially jumping 2% to ₹11,752, before stabilizing at ₹11,550, reflecting a 0.31% rise.
Sales Trends: Strong Year-on-Year Growth, But Monthly Decline
Despite multiple price hikes, Maruti Suzuki’s sales have held steady. In February 2025, the company sold 1,60,791 cars, a 0.32% increase from 1,60,272 units in February 2024. However, compared to January 2025, sales saw a 7% decline, with 1,73,599 units sold that month.
Among Maruti’s models, the Fronx emerged as the best-selling car in February, with 21,461 units sold.
Why Are Prices Increasing?
The Indian automobile sector is experiencing massive cost pressures caused by chip shortages, volatile international supply chains, and increased raw material costs. With increasing input costs, auto manufacturers such as Maruti Suzuki are transferring the burden to buyers.
Yet, despite the increase in vehicle prices, industry experts say demand for affordable, fuel-efficient cars remains strong in India. The compact and mid-size segments continue to attract buyers, showing the resilience of the Indian car market.
What Should Car Buyers Do?
If you’re planning to buy a Maruti Suzuki car, it may be wise to purchase before April to avoid the higher costs. With three price hikes in just three months, further increases in 2025 cannot be ruled out. Analysts suggest that automobile prices may continue to rise unless raw material prices stabilise in the coming months.
For the time being, these cost pressures are putting the affordability of cars in India to the test, so potential buyers should carefully consider their options.
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