February was a good month for the Indian car market. The market remained strong and Indian brands were among the top-selling brands, followed by the likes of Hyundai, Toyota, Kia, and more. Maruti Suzuki remained the market leader by a massive margin, followed by Tata Motors, and then Mahindra. The strong demand for SUVs continued in February 2026, and the top 10 selling cars amounted to a total of 1,70,127 units during the month of February 2026, showing a steady year-on-year growth. And while the car sales grew as compared to the same time last year, we saw a slight dip in the numbers as compared to the previous month of January 2026. Now while the overall numbers are good, let us take a look at which specific cars performed the best in terms of sales last month:
1 – Tata Nexon
Tata Nexon, including the EV version was the best-selling car in February 2026. The Tata Nexon recorded total sales of 19,340 units in February, registering a strong year-on-year growth of 26.59 percent as compared to February 2025, when the 15,349 units of the Tata Nexon were sold.
The Tata Nexon is available in multiple engine and powertrain options. We get the option of diesel, petrol, CNG, and electric with the Tata Nexon, which means there is something for everything. The Tata Nexon comes with a 1.5 litre 4 cylinder diesel engine, a 1.2 litre turbocharged petrol engine, which also comes with the option of CNG. Further, the EV version of the Tata Nexon comes with two battery options – a 30kWh battery and a 45kWh battery.
In terms of features, the Tata Nexon comes with pretty much all the bells and whistles. It comes with features like a 10.25-inch infotainment display, a fully digital instrument cluster, seat ventilation, 360-degree camera, a sunroof, automatic headlamps, and the top-end variants of the Tata Nexon also come with ADAS features.
Smartprix take – Tata Nexon is the only car in this list that comes with all fuel options – petrol, diesel, CNG, and electric. That is a huge factor in the car’s success in the market.
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2 – Maruti Suzuki Dzire
The Maruti Suzuki Dzire was the second-best selling car in the market. Maruti Suzuki sold a total of 19,326 units of the Dzire in February 2026, which is a 31.52 percent year-on-year growth.
The Maruti Suzuki Dzire is available only in petrol and CNG options. It is powered by a 1.2 litre 3 cylinder petrol engine which is good for 80 bhp of power and 111.7Nm of torque. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire also comes with the option of CNG, which also has a 1.2litre Z12E engine that produces 69 bhp of power and 101.8Nm of torque. The CNG variants of the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, however, are only available in manual transmission options.
In terms of features, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire comes with a 9-inch infotainment display with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 360-degree camera, automatic headlamps, tyre pressure monitoring system, and more.
Smartprix take – The Maruti Suzuki Dzire’s success is to be credited with the commercial usage of the car. Despite offering outstanding value for money, the Dzire is not preferred by private users.
3 – Tata Punch
The Tata Punch was the third best-selling car in February 2026. Tata Motors sold a total of 18,748 units of the Punch during the month. This was a 28.77 percent year-on-year growth as compared to last year, but the month-on-month numbers fell slightly by 2.64 percent.
The Tata Punch is available in petrol and CNG powertrain options. The car was recently updated and it is powered by a 1.2 litre 3 cylinder petrol engine that produces 88 bhp of power and 115Nm of torque. The same engine is also available with a CNG option. The Tata Punch comes with both manual and AMT transmission options, while the CNG variants are offered with a manual gearbox only.
In terms of features, the new Tata Punch comes with a 10.25-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control, automatic headlamps, cruise control in select variants, and a 360-degree camera among other features
Smartprix take – the updated Tata Punch kept people’s interest and the updated offering offers better value. Tata Punch is one of the cheapest sub 4-meter SUVs you can buy.
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4 – Hyundai Creta
The Hyundai Creta was the fourth best-selling car in February 2026. Hyundai sold a total of 17,938 units of the Creta during the month. The Creta registered a 9.9 percent growth as compared to last year.
The Hyundai Creta is available with multiple engine options, including a 1.5 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, a 1.5 litre diesel engine, and a 1.5 litre turbo petrol engine, which also powers the N Line variant. Transmission options include manual, CVT, torque converter automatic, and DCT depending on the variant. Hyundai also offers the Creta in an electric avatar.
In terms of features, the Hyundai Creta comes with dual 10.25-inch displays, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, 360-degree camera, Bose sound system, and Level 2 ADAS features in the top variants.
Smartprix take – The Hyundai Creta continues to be one of the most safest SUVs to buy in its segment. Despite its market perception, the Creta offers a fully loaded, capable, reliable option for people looking to buy a C-segment SUV.
5 – Maruti Suzuki Brezza
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza was the fifth best-selling car in February 2026. Maruti Suzuki sold 17,863 units of the Brezza during the month, which is a 16.05 percent year-on-year growth.
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is powered by a 1.5 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, which is also available with a CNG option. The petrol variants come with manual and automatic transmission options, while the CNG variants are limited to manual transmission.
In terms of features, the Brezza comes with a 9-inch infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, head-up display, 360-degree camera, sunroof, automatic climate control, and six airbags.
Smartprix take – The Brezza’s success lies in its balanced package of efficiency, features, and Maruti Suzuki’s extensive service network, making it a dependable compact SUV choice.
6 – Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga was the sixth best-selling car in February 2026. The company sold 17,807 units of the Ertiga during the month. This was a 19.77 percent year-on-year growth as compared to the same time last year.
The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is powered by a 1.5 litre petrol engine and also comes with a factory-fitted CNG option. The petrol variants are available with both manual and automatic transmission options, while the CNG variants are offered with a manual gearbox.
In terms of features, the Ertiga comes with a 7-inch infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, automatic climate control, cruise control, rear AC vents, and four airbags.
Smartprix take – The Ertiga remains a favourite in the MPV segment due to its practicality, fuel efficiency, and strong demand in both private and commercial markets.
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7 – Maruti Suzuki WagonR
The Maruti Suzuki WagonR was the seventh best-selling car in February 2026. Maruti Suzuki sold 14,885 units of the WagonR during the month. The WagonR, however, saw a decline in sales at a 25.12 percent rate, making it the biggest decline in sales among the top 10 cars in the market.
The Maruti Suzuki WagonR is available with two petrol engine options – a 1.0 litre and a 1.2 litre engine. The 1.0 litre engine is also offered with a CNG option. Transmission choices include manual and AMT options.
In terms of features, the WagonR comes with a 7-inch infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, steering-mounted controls, dual airbags, and hill hold assist in AMT variants.
Smartprix take – The WagonR continues to attract buyers looking for a practical, spacious, and fuel-efficient hatchback at an affordable price point.
8 – Maruti Suzuki Swift
The Maruti Suzuki Swift was the eighth best-selling car in February 2026. The company sold 14,833 units of the Swift during the month. The Swift also saw a decline in sales at 8.83 percent as compared to February 2025.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift is powered by a 1.2 litre petrol engine and also comes with a CNG option. Buyers can choose between manual and AMT transmission options.
In terms of features, the Swift comes with a 9-inch infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, cruise control, automatic climate control, and six airbags in the latest iteration.
Smartprix take – The Swift continues to appeal to young buyers with its sporty design, peppy engine, and strong brand value in the hatchback segment. The numbers, however, indicate a declining hatchback market.
9 – Mahindra Scorpio N
The Mahindra Scorpio N was the ninth best-selling car in February 2026. Mahindra sold 14,665 units of the Scorpio N during the month. This was a 7.69 percent year-on-year growth as compared to February 2025.
The Mahindra Scorpio N is available with a 2.0 litre turbo petrol engine and a 2.2 litre diesel engine. It comes with manual and automatic transmission options, and select variants also offer a 4×4 drivetrain.
In terms of features, the Scorpio N comes with an 8-inch infotainment system, dual-zone climate control, electric sunroof, Sony sound system, and Level 2 ADAS features in higher variants.
Smartprix take – The Scorpio N continues to perform strongly due to its rugged appeal, powerful engine options, and strong road presence, making it a popular choice in the SUV segment. The Scorpio N is also credited to be one of the most refined Mahindra product in the market.
10 – Maruti Suzuki Baleno
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno was the tenth best-selling car in February 2026. Maruti Suzuki sold 14,632 units of the Baleno during the month. The Baleno, like other hatchbacks also saw a decline in its market share, dropping 5.48 percent year-on-year.
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is powered by a 1.2 litre petrol engine and is also available with a CNG option. Transmission options include manual and AMT variants.
In terms of features, the Baleno comes with a 9-inch infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, head-up display, 360-degree camera, automatic climate control, and six airbags.
Smartprix take – The Baleno remains a strong contender in the premium hatchback segment due to its feature-rich package, fuel efficiency, and wide appeal among urban buyers.
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