MG Hector Is Now E20 Compliant
- By MT Bureau
- April 24, 2025
JSW MG Motor India, one of India’s leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced that its Hector SUV is now certified for E20 fuel (20 percent Ethanol blended) petrol. The E20 fuel-compliant Hector SUV will be available in 1.5 L Petrol MT and CVT variants, aligning with India’s mandate for E20-compliant petrol-fuelled vehicles manufactured post 1 April 2025. The price for Hector SUV starts at INR 1.39 million (ex-showroom India).
Rakesh Sen, Director Sales, JSW MG Motor India, said, “The enduring popularity of the Hector highlights its outstanding quality and an alignment with our customers' needs. The introduction of the E20-compliant version demonstrates in no uncertain terms our commitment to innovation and sustainability in everything we do. We aim to provide vehicles that not only satisfy customer expectations but also play a vital role in fostering a more greener automotive future.”
Launched in 2019, the MG Hector was touted as the country’s first Internet SUV and offered features such as dual pane panoramic sunroof and a segment-best 14-inch HD infotainment system and more than 70 connected car features.
As part of its ‘Midnight Carnival’ marketing campaign, JSW MG Motor India invites car buyers to visit MG Motor showrooms open until midnight every weekend for a limited time to purchase the Hector SUV. What’s more, 20 lucky MG Hector buyers stand a chance to win a trip to London, along with exclusive benefits worth up to INR 400,000.
Nissan Motor India Sells 3,203 PVs In April 2026
- By MT Bureau
- May 01, 2026
Nissan Motor India, a leading passenger vehicle manufacturer, has announced its wholesales performance for April 2026, signalling a 75 percent uptick, albeit a low-year-ago base.
The company reported wholesales of 5,388 units, including 3,203 units in the domestic market and 2,185 units through exports.
Nissan Motor India has accelerated its product portfolio with the recent introduction of the Gravite, which it said had received strong market response. At the same time, the Nissan Magnite continues to be a key pillar for the brand, further consolidating Nissan’s position in the competitive compact SUV segment.
Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said, “We are extremely encouraged by the positive start to the new financial year. The overwhelming customer response to the all-new Nissan Gravite reaffirms our approach of offering products that are aligned with the evolving expectations of the Indian consumers, together with the continued success of the Nissan Magnite. The momentum strengthens our confidence in the market, as we prepare to bring in new products & expand our network footprint across the country, within this financial year.”
JSW MG Motor India has reported its wholesales for April 2026, selling 6,018 passenger vehicles (PVs), up 3 percent YoY.
The company said despite the supply chain disruptions due to the West Asia crisis, it witnessed growth across its internal combustion engine (ICE) and new energy vehicle portfolios.
JSW MG Motor India stated that market demand has softened as the crisis dampened consumer sentiment.
Kia India Records Highest-Ever April Sales Of 27,286 Units In 2026
- By MT Bureau
- May 01, 2026
Kia India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported its strongest April performance since beginning operations in the country.
The automaker achieved wholesale volumes of 27,286 units, witnessing a 16 percent YoY growth compared to the 23,623 units sold in April 2025.
For CY2026, the company states it has recorded 111,611 unit wholesales YTD, a 13 percent increase over the 99,199 units sold during the same period the previous year.
Kia India also reached a cumulative 1.5 million domestic sales milestone within seven years of operating in the Indian market.
The company attributed the robust performance to the Seltos SUV, which remains the primary volume driver, accounting for over 41 percent of total sales. The Sonet follows with a 36 percent share, whilst the Carens line-up contributes 20 percent.
In April 2026, Seltos and Sonet SUVs surpassed the 10,000-unit mark.
Atul Sood, Senior Vice-President – Sales & Marketing, at Kia India, said, “Our highest-ever April performance builds on the steady growth we have seen over the past several months. This momentum is being led by the new Kia Seltos, with Sonet and Carens along with Clavis continuing to strengthen our presence across key segments through ongoing enhancements. The expansion of our service network further reflects our focus on improving accessibility and delivering seamless ownership experience to customers.”
Mahindra Auto Sells 56,331 SUVs In April 2026
- By MT Bureau
- May 01, 2026
Mumbai-headquartered SUV major Mahindra & Mahindra has announced wholesales of 56,331 units in April 2026, up 8 percent as against 52,330 units sold last year, while exports came at 1,502 units last month.
On the other hand, domestic commercial vehicle wholesales stood at 23,427, which was 7 percent higher YoY. This includes 20,443 LCV in the 2-tonne to 3.5-tonne range, up 7 percent YoY, and 2,984 LCV in the less than 2-tonne category, up 13 percent YoY.
Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “The year 2027 has begun on a positive note in April by achieving SUV sales of 56,331 units, a growth of 8 percent and total vehicle sales of 94,627 units, a 14 percent growth over the same month last year.”
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