2021 Recap: Brand-wise Top Selling Cars

2021 has been an absolutely eventful year both in the general sense and in the automotive industry. A steep rise in fuel prices along with the ongoing semiconductor shortage posed some challenges for the automotive industry. However, the four-wheeler market has managed to rise high with sales figures. But which ones were the best-sellers for these select carmakers between January and November 2021? Let’s find out:

#1 Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

Annual Sales: 1,64,123

Maruti Suzuki has once again turned out to be the top carmaker by recording the highest sales of over 1,64,123, with the Wagon R hatchback. Launched back in 2019, the third-gen Wagon R comes in three broad trims across two petrol powertrains, along with a CNG option.  

Priced from around Rs 5 lakh, the Wagon R packs features like a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, manual AC, all four power windows, and steering-mounted audio controls. Thinking of buying one? Head over to our detailed review for a brief read.

#2 Hyundai Creta

Annual Sales: 1,17,828

The Creta has been a bread and butter model for Hyundai ever since its first generation rolled out in 2015. Now, the second-gen Creta has become the country’s second best-selling car for 2021. It is priced from around Rs 10.20 lakh and comes with three powertrain options, across six broad trims.

The Hyundai Creta gets features like a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, connected car tech, wireless charging, a panoramic sunroof, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and up to six airbags. Our in-depth first-drive report should give you more insights before making the final call.

#3 Tata Nexon 

Annual Sales: 95,678

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The Nexon was the best-selling model in the Tata lineup with total annual sales of nearly a lakh. It has enjoyed more consistent monthly sales figures which has allowed it to climb up the ranks in its segment. The SUV received a facelift at the beginning of 2020 which packed BS6 compliant powertrains and the latest tech features along with a few cosmetic updates. 

Currently, the Nexon is available in petrol, diesel, and electric powertrains, and comes with the latest tech features like rain-sensing wipers, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and cruise control. It is the only car on this list to be offered with an electric version as well, which is also the best-selling EV in India. Head over to our first-drive review for more details.

#4 Kia Seltos

Annual Sales: 94,175

Kia India's portfolio comprises only three models, out of which its compact SUV, the Seltos, has managed to make it to the best-selling list. The Seltos is priced from around Rs 10 lakh and comes with multiple petrol and diesel engine options across seven variants split between two broad trims: HT Line and GT Line. 

The Seltos’ headlining features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, an 8-inch head-up display, connected car technology, an air purifier, ambient lighting, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, and smartwatch connectivity. Want to know more? Check out our first drive report.

#5 Mahindra Bolero

Annual Sales: 60,009

The Bolero is Mahindra’s best-selling model for 2021. Priced from around Rs 8.6 lakh the Bolero is Mahindra’s entry-level SUV. While the nameplate is more than a decade old, its sales figures show the SUV’s continued demand. With only a sole diesel engine option and a bare minimum feature list, the Bolero is for those looking for a no-nonsense and rugged SUV. And we did drive it the rugged way! Head over to our first drive review to read what we think about it.

However to make sure nobody’s left out the carmaker has also introduced a Bolero Neo for urban customers, which gets additional features like a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, cruise control, and keyless entry.

#6 Toyota Innova Crysta

Annual Sales: 51,261 

Toyota entry-level MPV, the Innova Crysta, was the carmaker's top-selling model in 2021. Priced from around Rs 17.20 lakh, the MPV is offered in both petrol and diesel engines. 

The MPV gets a decent feature list with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, cruise control, up to seven airbags, and optional front parking sensors as well.

#7 Honda Amaze

Annual Sales: 36,398

The Amaze is Honda’s best-selling model in 2021 and is also the only sedan to be a part of this list. It got a mid-life refresh in August with a few design changes and updated features. The sub-4m sedan is priced from around Rs 6.40 lakh and can be had in petrol and diesel powertrain options. 

Honda packs the Amaze with latest features such as a 7-inch touchscreen system, cruise control, and paddle shifters. Head over to our first drive review for a brief read. 

#8 Renault Kwid

Annual Sales: 30,600

Renault’s entry-level offering, the Kwid has been the top-selling vehicle for the carmaker in 2021, with total sales of over 30,500. The entry-level hatchback is priced from around Rs 4.20 lakh and is a petrol-only offering. It gets a fairly attractive feature list with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and gets a rearview camera too.

#9 Skoda Kushaq

Annual Sales: 11,173

Skoda’s compact SUV, the Kushaq, was the carmaker's best-selling offering in 2021. Launched in June 2021, the SUV has already crossed sales of over 11,000. It is based on Skoda’s MQB-A0-IN platform and is a turbo-petrol only offering. It gets a premium feature list with a 10.1-inch touchscreen system, connected car tech, a wireless charger, a single-pane sunroof, and up to six airbags. Already planning on buying one? Head over to our in-depth first drive review for a thorough read.

*All prices ex-showroom pan-India

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