India’s automobile sector started FY27 strongly, with Tata Motors surpassing Mahindra and Mahindra in passenger vehicle sales for April 2026. Tata Motors saw a 31.1% year-on-year increase in passenger vehicle sales, reaching 59,701 units. The growth was primarily driven by a 30.5% rise in domestic sales and a more than doubling of exports.
The company’s electric vehicle sales also performed well, with a 72.1% surge to 9,150 units. This success reflects a trend towards safer and technology-driven vehicles, as well as a growing acceptance of electric mobility. Tata Motors’ early focus on electric vehicles has paid off, supported by an expanding product range and better charging infrastructure.
In the commercial vehicle segment, Tata Motors reported a 28% increase in total sales to 34,833 units. The growth was led by a significant 40.2% rise in small commercial vehicles and pickups. Demand for heavy trucks and passenger carriers remained steady, indicating robust economic activity and logistics demand.
Mahindra and Mahindra, on the other hand, recorded total vehicle sales of 94,627 units, marking a 14% year-on-year growth. While its domestic passenger vehicle sales grew by 8%, Mahindra’s SUV portfolio showed continued traction, albeit at a slower pace compared to Tata Motors. A notable highlight for Mahindra was its tractor business, which saw a strong 21% increase in sales to 48,411 units, along with a 30% growth in tractor exports.
