Suzuki January 2026 production and sales reach record highs globally
Suzuki posted record global production and sales for January, driven by strong overseas output and demand in India.
- 322,314 units
- 302,231 units
- 226,102 units
What Happened
Suzuki Motor Corporation reported its January 2026 automobile production, sales, and export figures on February 26. Global production reached a record high for any month at 322,314 units, up 5.6% year-on-year, while global sales also set a record for January at 302,231 units. Overseas production and sales were key drivers, with India setting single-month records in both production and sales.
322,314 unitsvehicles
Record high for any month, up 5.6% year-on-year
302,231 unitsvehicles
Record high for January, up 0.9% year-on-year
- 79,063 units (down 2.7% y/y)
- 243,251 units (up 8.7% y/y)
Why this matters
The results highlight Suzuki's robust global demand and manufacturing strength, particularly in India, while domestic sales in Japan declined.
Terms in This Story
- Minivehicle
- A small-sized car in Japan with overall length of 3.4m or less, width 1.48m or less, height 2m or less, and engine displacement 660cc or less.
- Complete Built-Up (CBU)
- A fully assembled vehicle ready for sale.
- Complete Knocked-Down (CKD)
- A vehicle shipped in parts for assembly at a foreign plant.
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