New Delhi, 27 December (H.S.): Starting January 1, 2026, several automobile companies, including Renault India, are set to increase the prices of their vehicles. The French automaker’s Indian subsidiary announced that prices across its entire product range would go up by up to two percent, depending on the model and variant.In an official statement, Renault India attributed the decision to the rising input costs and the prevailing macroeconomic challenges in the global and domestic automobile sectors.

The company emphasized that despite the price revision, it remains committed to offering high-quality products, efficient after-sales service, and maintaining competitive pricing for Indian customers.

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of France’s Renault Group, currently retails three models in the Indian market — Kwid, Triber, and Kiger. The company said its focus continues to be on delivering affordable, practical, and value-driven vehicles designed to meet the diverse needs of Indian consumers.

Customers planning to purchase a Renault vehicle can still avail the current prices until December 31, 2025, before the new rates come into effect from January 1, 2026.Apart from Renault, several other major carmakers have announced similar price increases. These include Mercedes-Benz, JSW MG Motor India, Nissan, BMW Motorrad, and others, citing reasons such as inflation, higher supply chain expenses, and regulatory cost adjustments.

Following announcements by JSW-MG Motor and Mercedes-Benz, Nissan Motor India has also confirmed a price hike of up to three percent, effective January 1, 2026. Currently, Nissan sells only one model — the Magnite — in the Indian market.

Industry analysts suggest that this wave of price increments across the auto sector is likely to impact buyers planning to purchase new vehicles early next year, as manufacturers adjust to rising operational and production costs.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar