Indian car buyers are set to face higher prices as multiple manufacturers have announced price hikes effective from April 2026. The luxury car segment will see the most significant increases, with premium German brands leading the charge.
Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and BMW - the top three luxury car manufacturers in India - have announced price increases of up to 2% across their car and SUV lineups from April 2026. This follows BMW India's earlier decision to increase prices by up to 3% across its sedan, SUV, and performance car lineup from January 1, 2026.
The price revision trend isn't limited to luxury vehicles. Tata Motors has also announced a 0.5% price increase for its Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) models starting April 2026. Notably, the increase will be limited to conventional fuel vehicles and won't affect Tata's electric vehicle portfolio.
Industry experts attribute these price hikes to rising input costs, supply chain pressures, and increased compliance requirements. The staggered implementation suggests manufacturers are trying to balance profitability with market competitiveness in India's price-sensitive automotive market.
Consumers planning to purchase vehicles from these brands are advised to finalize their bookings before the price hikes take effect to avoid the additional cost burden.