In a surprising turn of events for the Indian auto market, the Swift Dzire (officially now the Maruti Suzuki Dzire) has reclaimed the top spot as India’s best-selling car. For the last few years, SUVs like the Tata Nexon and Hyundai Creta have dominated the roads. However, the latest data for 2025 shows that Indian families are going back to sedans, with the Dzire leading the pack.

This comeback is huge news because experts believed the “sedan era” was over. The Swift Dzire has proven that high mileage, 5-star safety, and premium features are still what Indian buyers value most.

How the Swift Dzire Beat the SUVs

According to the latest sales reports, Maruti Suzuki sold over 2.14 lakh units of the Dzire in 2025. This number helped it overtake popular SUVs like the Hyundai Creta and Tata Nexon, which had been ruling the charts.

The shift happened largely after the launch of the new 4th-generation model. Maruti Suzuki completely changed the look and feel of the car. Unlike the older models that looked exactly like the Swift hatchback with a boot, the new Dzire has its own unique, premium design.

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Key Reasons for its Success

Several factors have made the Swift Dzire the top choice for Indian buyers again:

1. 5-Star Safety Rating For years, Maruti cars were criticized for safety. The new Dzire changed this narrative completely by scoring a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating. This is a big deal for Indian families who now prioritize safety. The car comes with 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), and Hill Hold Assist as standard features.

2. The “Sunroof” Factor Maruti Suzuki understood that Indians love sunroofs. The new Dzire is the first compact sedan in its segment to offer a single-pane electric sunroof. This feature alone attracted many buyers who were planning to buy an SUV just for the sunroof.

3. Unbeatable Mileage With fuel prices remaining high, the Dzire’s new 1.2-litre Z-Series engine is a major advantage. It offers a mileage of nearly 25 kmpl for the petrol variant. The CNG version is even more efficient, delivering over 33 km/kg, making it the most pocket-friendly sedan in the country.

Price and Variants

The Swift Dzire is priced aggressively to attract middle-class buyers. The price starts from approximately Rs 6.79 lakh and goes up to Rs 10.14 lakh (ex-showroom).

It is available in four main variants: LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXi+. The top model (ZXi+) is in high demand because it includes the 360-degree camera, Suzuki Connect features, and the sunroof.

Impact on the Indian Market

The success of the Swift Dzire sends a clear message to other carmakers: Sedans are not dead. While SUVs are stylish, the practicality and comfort of a sedan still appeal to a large section of Indian buyers.

Because of this high demand, the waiting period for the Dzire has gone up. In many cities, buyers have to wait 2 to 3 months for the top-end ZXi+ variants. The CNG models are also seeing high demand from both private owners and taxi fleet operators.

What Comes Next?

Maruti Suzuki is likely to increase production to reduce the waiting period. There are also rumors that rival companies like Honda and Hyundai might update their sedans (Amaze and Aura) to compete with the Dzire’s new safety and feature standards.

For now, the Swift Dzire is the undisputed king of the Indian roads, proving that a good product with the right price and safety can still beat the SUV trend.

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