Maruti Suzuki India has announced a price increase for its car models, effective from June 2026, with hikes reaching up to ₹30,000 (approximately $360 USD) depending on the model. This decision is driven by ongoing inflationary pressures and rising input costs, which the company has struggled to absorb despite implementing cost-cutting measures. Unlike its competitors such as Tata Motors and Hyundai, which have already raised prices by 0.5% to 2.5% earlier in FY2027, Maruti Suzuki has held off on price adjustments until now. The company operates through two distinct retail networks: Arena, which focuses on mass-market vehicles like the Alto K10 and Swift, and Nexa, which sells premium models including the Baleno and the newly launched e Vitara electric SUV. Maruti Suzuki aims to balance the necessity of passing on costs to customers while minimizing the financial burden on them.