The Indian 7-seater passenger vehicle segment continued its strong growth momentum in May 2026, with total volumes touching 88,830 units, compared to 71,148 units in May 2025. This translated into a healthy 24.9% year-on-year growth, highlighting the sustained demand for family-oriented SUVs and MPVs in the Indian market.
The segment was led by the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, while Mahindra continued to dominate the SUV side with strong performances from the Scorpio, XUV700/XUV7XO, Bolero and 9S.
Top 10 Best-Selling 7-Seaters – May 2026
Rank
Model
May 2026 Sales
YoY Growth
Segment Share
1
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
20,350
26.1%
22.9%
2
Mahindra Scorpio
15,774
9.5%
17.8%
3
Toyota Innova + Hycross
10,325
16.2%
11.6%
4
Mahindra XUV7XO + XUV700
9,338
45.1%
10.5%
5
Mahindra Bolero
8,933
-0.1%
10.1%
6
Kia Carens + Clavis
6,208
37.2%
7.0%
7
Maruti Suzuki XL6
3,770
7.5%
4.2%
8
Mahindra 9S
3,502
–
3.9%
9
Toyota Fortuner
2,905
13.0%
3.3%
10
Toyota Rumion
2,119
10.5%
2.4%
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Maruti Suzuki Ertiga retained its leadership position in the 7-seater category with 20,350 units sold in May 2026. The model registered a 26.1% YoY growth over 16,140 units sold in May 2025.
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Mahindra Scorpio ranked second with 15,774 units in May 2026, compared to 14,401 units in May 2025. This marked a 9.5% YoY increase. The Scorpio alone held a 17.8% share of the 7-seater segment. The combined popularity of the Scorpio Classic and Scorpio-N has helped Mahindra maintain a strong grip in the rugged 7-seater SUV space.
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Toyota Innova + Hycross secured the third position with 10,325 units sold in May 2026. The model grew by 16.2% YoY, compared to 8,882 units in May 2025.
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Mahindra XUV7XO posted sales of 9,338 units in May 2026, up from 6,435 units in May 2025. This resulted in a strong 45.1% YoY growth. The model captured 10.5% segment share, making it the fourth best-selling 7-seater in May 2026.
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Mahindra Bolero ranked fifth with 8,933 units in May 2026. Sales were almost flat compared to 8,942 units in May 2025, reflecting a marginal 0.1% decline.
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Kia Carens + Clavis posted sales of 6,208 units in May 2026, compared to 4,524 units in May 2025. This marked an impressive 37.2% YoY growth.
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Mahindra 9S entered the list with 3,502 units, taking a 3.9% segment share in May 2026.
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Toyota had multiple models in the May 2026 7-seater rankings. Apart from the Innova + Hycross, the Fortuner sold 2,905 units, growing 13.0% YoY, while the Rumion sold 2,119 units, up 10.5% YoY. The premium Toyota Vellfire witnessed a sharp jump, with sales rising from 29 units in May 2025 to 164 units in May 2026, registering a massive 465.5% YoY growth.
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Renault Triber sold 1,890 units, growing 33.9% YoY from 1,411 units in May 2025.
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Tata Safari recorded 1,057 units, down 4.7% YoY, while the Hyundai Alcazar sold 814 units, declining 11.7% YoY.
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Skoda Kodiaq also witnessed a sharp drop of 29.8% YoY, with 146 units sold in May 2026.
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Kia Carnival grew strongly by 156.8% YoY, selling 113 units, while the Jeep Meridian declined 17.0% YoY to 88 units.
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga topped India’s 7-seater sales chart in May 2026, while the overall segment grew 24.9% YoY to 88,830 units.
Key Takeaways
The Indian 7-seater market grew strongly in May 2026, with demand coming from both MPVs and SUVs. The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga remained the undisputed leader, while Mahindra’s strong portfolio helped it dominate the SUV-driven part of the segment.
Together, the Ertiga, Scorpio, Innova + Hycross, XUV7XO and Bolero contributed more than 72% of total 7-seater sales in May 2026. This clearly shows that buyers continue to prefer practical, spacious and versatile vehicles that can serve both family and utility needs.
The entry of newer models like the Mahindra 9S, Nissan Gravite and VW Tayron also indicates that the 7-seater category is becoming more competitive. With rising demand for SUVs, premium MPVs and larger family vehicles, this segment is expected to remain one of the most closely watched categories in the Indian passenger vehicle market.
