New Delhi, Sept. 15 -- Maruti Suzuki Surpasses 1 Lakh Exports to Japan with Jimny, FRONX, and e VITARA
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has achieved a major milestone by exporting over 1 lakh (100,000) cumulative units of the Made-in-India Jimny 5-door, FRONX, and e VITARA to Japan.
This achievement highlights the growing global acceptance of Indian auto manufacturing within one of the world's most competitive and quality-sensitive automotive markets. Backed by these three models, Suzuki Motor Corporation emerged as Japan's No. 1 vehicle importer for FY 2025-26 and maintained its position during April-August FY 2026-27. Made-in-India vehicles accounted for nearly 100% of all Suzuki imports into Japan during FY 2025-26.
Export Launch Timeline & Exclusive Production
India serves as the exclusive global production hub for both the Jimny 5-door and Suzuki's first Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), the e VITARA.
Model Export Schedule
Vehicle ModelExport Start DateProduction StatusKey HighlightsSuzuki FRONXAugust 2024Manufactured in IndiaFirst model in this trio to enter the Japanese market.Jimny 5-doorDecember 2024Exclusively Manufactured in IndiaExpanded the iconic off-roader into a 5-door variant for global markets.e VITARASeptember 2025Exclusively Manufactured in IndiaSuzuki's inaugural BEV platform exported worldwide.
Strategic Impact on India's Passenger Vehicle Exports
Japan has become Maruti Suzuki's second-largest export market by volume in FY 2025-26 and retained this position through April-August FY 2026-27.
Maruti Suzuki Export Key Metrics
MetricDetails / PerformanceCumulative Exports to JapanExceeded 100,000 units (Jimny 5-door, FRONX, e VITARA)Japan Import RankSuzuki ranked #1 vehicle importer in Japan (FY 2025-26 & Apr-Aug FY 2026-27)India Export Market ShareAccounts for >50% of India's total passenger vehicle exportsNational Exporter RankIndia's #1 Passenger Vehicle Exporter (FY 2021-22 to FY 2025-26)Global ReachExports to nearly 120 countries worldwideApr-Aug FY 2026-27 VolumeSurpassed 1.8 lakh (180,000) total exported units
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which Maruti Suzuki models are exported to Japan?
Maruti Suzuki exports three primary models to Japan: the FRONX, Jimny 5-door, and the all-electric e VITARA.
Are the Jimny 5-door and e VITARA produced anywhere else?
No. The Jimny 5-door and the e VITARA battery electric vehicle are manufactured exclusively in India for global distribution.
What rank does Maruti Suzuki hold in India's total vehicle exports?
Maruti Suzuki is India's No. 1 passenger vehicle exporter, contributing over 50% of total passenger vehicle exports from India.
How big is Japan as an export market for Maruti Suzuki?
Japan is Maruti Suzuki's second-largest export market by volume.
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