JSW MG Motor India closed FY2025-26 with 72,925 domestic units up 17% from 62,167 units in FY25 finishing eighth among all passenger vehicle manufacturers, ahead of Honda, Renault, Volkswagen, Nissan, Citroën, and Jeep.
On the surface, that is a healthy headline. Dig one layer deeper, and the story is far more complicated. MG’s growth was almost entirely the work of a single product. Strip the Windsor EV out of the equation, and the rest of the lineup combined for just 26,205 units, a steep fall from 42,773 units the year before. That concentration is the real story of MG’s FY26.
FY26 At a Glance
| Metric | FY26 | FY25 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total domestic sales | 72,925 | 62,167 | +17% |
| Windsor share of total | 64% | 31% | – |
| Windsor units | 46,720 | 19,394 | +141% |
| Rest of lineup combined | 26,205 | 42,773 | -39% |
MG Windsor EV: The One-Car Growth Story
The Windsor EV recorded 46,720 units in FY26 against 19,394 units in FY25 – a 141% jump that no other model in the segment came close to matching. It now accounts for 64% of MG’s total annual volume, up from 31% the previous year. That means for every three MG vehicles sold in India in FY26, two of them were a Windsor.
The reasons are well understood by now: competitive pricing, an SUV-coupe silhouette that stands out in a crowded market, a feature-loaded cabin, and MG’s battery-as-a-service ownership model that lowered the upfront cost barrier significantly. What is less discussed is the risk this creates. A brand this dependent on a single product is one competitive disruption away from a very different headline next year.
MG Comet EV: Flat but Consistent
The Comet EV delivered 10,292 units in FY26 against 10,149 units the previous year, a 1% gain that looks unremarkable until you consider how few small urban EVs hold their ground year after year. India’s city-EV niche has a natural ceiling, and the Comet appears to have found it. At this volume, it earns its place in the lineup without demanding significant investment. Expect MG to let it run steadily rather than push for aggressive growth.
MG Hector: A Flagship in Freefall
The Hector posted 9,003 units in FY26 against 15,620 units in FY25, a 42% decline that reflects a deeper structural problem, not a temporary blip. When it launched, the Hector had a near-monopoly on connected, feature-rich midsize SUVs in India. That window has long since closed. The Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700, Hyundai Alcazar, and Kia Carens all offer comparable or superior packages at competitive prices today. MG needs either a significant Hector refresh or a credible successor to reclaim lost ground in this segment. Neither has been confirmed.
MG ZS EV: Squeezed Out
The ZS EV finished FY26 with 5,579 units against 7,042 units in FY25, down 21% year-on-year. The problem is positioning. The Windsor is cheaper and better-packaged within MG’s own lineup. Outside it, the Tata Curvv EV and Hyundai Creta Electric offer comparable range with stronger brand ecosystems behind them. The ZS EV is neither the affordable option nor the aspirational one anymore. MG needs to give it a clear reason to exist before it fades further.
MG Astor: Near Exit
The Astor collapsed from 8,227 units in FY25 to just 1,212 units in FY26, an 85% decline. This is not a competitive loss. This is a product that has been overtaken on every dimension: price, features, powertrain options, brand trust by the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Maruti Grand Vitara. At 1,212 units across a full financial year, the Astor is effectively in wind-down mode. No replacement has been announced.
MG Gloster: End of the Road
The Gloster sold only 119 units in FY26 against 1,735 units in FY25, a 93% drop that signals a product at the very end of its lifecycle. The Majestor is confirmed to take over as MG’s flagship ICE SUV. The Gloster’s final chapter is essentially written. One hundred and nineteen units in a full year is product clearance, not active sales.
Complete FY26 Sales Table
| Rank | Model | FY26 Sales | FY25 Sales | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MG Windsor EV | 46,720 | 19,394 | +141% |
| 2 | MG Comet EV | 10,292 | 10,149 | +1% |
| 3 | MG Hector | 9,003 | 15,620 | -42% |
| 4 | MG ZS EV | 5,579 | 7,042 | -21% |
| 5 | MG Astor | 1,212 | 8,227 | -85% |
| 6 | MG Gloster | 119 | 1,735 | -93% |
| Total | 72,925 | 62,167 | +17% |
One Car Cannot Carry a Brand Forever
MG’s FY26 report is a tale of two companies operating under the same badge. On one side: a thriving EV business anchored by the Windsor, with genuine volume momentum and a product that clearly resonates with Indian buyers.
On the other, a declining ICE and older-EV portfolio where five of six models posted year-on-year drops, four of them severe enough to raise questions about their futures. The 17% overall growth headline is real, but it flatters a lineup that is quietly shrinking outside of one product. The Majestor will be MG’s first real test of whether it can launch a credible new ICE product in today’s hyper-competitive market. If it underdelivers, FY27 will hinge almost entirely on whether the Windsor can sustain its momentum and that is a very narrow bet for a company that wants to grow.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many units did MG sell in FY2025-26?
JSW MG Motor India sold 72,925 domestic units in FY2025-26, a 17% increase from 62,167 units in FY2024-25.
2. Which MG car sold the most in FY26?
The MG Windsor EV was the clear top-seller with 46,720 units — 64% of MG’s total volume — registering 141% year-on-year growth.
3. Why did MG Hector sales fall in FY26?
The Hector dropped 42% to 9,003 units due to intense competition from the Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700, Hyundai Alcazar, and Kia Carens, all of which offer comparable or better packages at competitive prices.
4. Is the MG Gloster discontinued?
The Gloster sold only 119 units in FY26 and is effectively at end of life. The MG Majestor is confirmed to replace it as the brand’s flagship ICE SUV.
5. Where does MG rank among car manufacturers in India for FY26?
MG finished 8th in overall domestic passenger vehicle sales in FY26, ahead of Honda, Renault, Volkswagen, Nissan, Citroën, and Jeep.
