Renault and Nissan Record Healthy MoM Growth in October 2026, led by Triber and Magnite
Renault and Nissan India have reported encouraging month-on-month (MoM) sales growth in October 2026, with the Triber and Magnite emerging as key contributors to their respective brands’ volumes. While both automakers registered healthy sequential growth, their year-on-year (YoY) performances remained mixed. Both Renault and Nissan manufacture at the Chennai plant, which is owned by Renault.
Renault Sales Breakup October 2026
Renault India reported total sales of 4,577 units in October 2026, registering a marginal 2% YoY decline compared to 4,672 units sold in October 2025. However, the automaker delivered a strong 35% MoM recovery over the 3,399 units dispatched in September 2026.
Renault Triber remained the brand’s highest-selling model, contributing 2,588 units to overall sales. Although volumes declined by 18% YoY, the MPV registered an impressive 48% MoM growth over September’s 1,750 units. Triber singlehandedly accounted for approximately 56.5% of Renault’s total October sales. Sales are expected to grow with the recently launch of Triber turbo and that of upcoming Triber CNG Turbo.
Renault Kwid also delivered positive performance, emerging as the second-largest contributor to the brand’s sales. This entry-level hatchback recorded 808 units, marking a robust 46% YoY growth over 554 units in October 2025. MoM volumes also increased by 40% from 577 units in September 2026.
Up next was the Duster which has recorded sales of 601 units, up 29% MoM compared to 465 units in September 2026. Duster sales are expected to pick up in coming weeks, with the recent launch of Hybrid Duster, which delivers best in class performance as well as mileage.
Meanwhile, Renault Kiger continued to face pressure. Sales stood at 580 units, suffering a steep decline of 39% YoY from 948 units and 6% MoM from 614 units in September 2026. Overall, Renault’s October performance was largely driven by the Triber and Kwid, which together accounted for nearly 74% of the company’s monthly sales.
Nissan Sales Breakup September 2026
Nissan India reported total sales of 3,594 units in October 2026, registering a healthy 37% YoY growth over 2,615 units sold in October 2025. The company also recorded a 9% MoM improvement compared to 3,300 units dispatched in September 2026.
Nissan Magnite continued to lead brand’s sales chart with 1,656 units. However, the compact SUV witnessed a 37% YoY decline compared to 2,615 units in October 2025. On a sequential basis, volumes improved by 10% over September 1,502 units.
Nissan Gravite emerged as another major volume contributor, recording 1,532 units in October 2026. The relatively new model registered 10% MoM growth over 1,389 units in September and accounted for approximately 42.6% of Nissan’s total monthly sales. Its contribution highlights the growing importance of the Gravite in Nissan portfolio in India.
Nissan Tekton, another recent addition to the company’s lineup, recorded 406 units during the month. Volumes remained largely stable, registering a marginal 1% MoM decline compared to 409 units in September 2026. The Tekton contributed approximately 11.3% to Nissan’s overall October sales. Next up, Nissan has plans to launch 7 seater SUV based on the Tekton sometime in H1 2027.
