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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