Maruti Suzuki’s WagonR has once again claimed the title of India’s best-selling car for the fourth consecutive fiscal year, surpassing the Tata Punch in FY25. The popular hatchback registered total sales of 1,98,451 units in FY25, narrowly beating the Punch, which recorded 1,96,572 units, as per industry data.
WagonR’s Unmatched Dominance
Since its launch in India in 1999, the Maruti Suzuki WagonR has remained a customer favorite, largely due to its spacious design, fuel efficiency, and affordability. Over the years, it has amassed cumulative sales of over 3.2 million units in India. Despite a slight dip from its FY24 sales of 2,00,177 units, the WagonR continued to outperform its rivals.
Annual Sales Comparison:
- FY25: 1,98,451 units
- FY24: 2,00,177 units
- FY23: 2,12,340 units
- FY22: 1,88,837 units
Key Features & Specifications
The WagonR comes with two K-Series, Dual Jet, Dual VVT petrol engine options:
- 1.0-litre engine producing 67PS and 89Nm
- 1.2-litre engine delivering 90PS and 113Nm
It is available with 5-speed manual (MT) and 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) options. Additionally, the 1.0-litre variant offers a CNG option (57PS and 82Nm) paired with a 5-speed MT.
Priced competitively between ₹5,64,500 and ₹7,47,500 (ex-showroom), the WagonR remains a value-for-money choice for Indian buyers.
Tata Punch: A Worthy Challenger
Launched in 2021, the Tata Punch has emerged as a strong competitor, finishing FY25 with 1,96,572 units sold. The micro-SUV was India’s best-selling car in 2024, with 2,02,031 units sold in the calendar year. It is priced between ₹6,19,990 and ₹10,31,990 (ex-showroom) and is available in petrol, CNG, and electric powertrain options.
Engine Variants:
- 1.2-litre Revotron petrol engine (88PS, 115Nm) with 5-speed MT and AMT options
- CNG variant (73PS, 103Nm) with twin CNG tanks
- Punch.ev Standard (60kW, 114Nm, 25kWh battery, 315km range)
- Punch.ev Long Range (90kW, 190Nm, 35kWh battery, 421km range)
Conclusion
Despite stiff competition from the Tata Punch, the Maruti Suzuki WagonR has once again proven its dominance in the Indian automotive market. With its fuel-efficient engines, spacious interior, and affordable pricing, it remains a top choice for buyers. Meanwhile, the Punch continues to gain traction, especially with its expanding electric portfolio, making the race for the best-selling car even more exciting in the coming years.
