Maruti Suzuki expands Kharkhoda plant, boosts total production capacity to 2.65 million units

Maruti Suzuki India has started commercial production at its second plant at the Kharkhoda manufacturing facility in Haryana. This expansion adds 250,000 units of annual production capacity, raising the company’s total installed vehicle production capacity to 2.65 million units per year.

Key Highlights

• Maruti Suzuki adds 250000 units annual capacity at Kharkhoda plant
• Total installed production capacity now stands at 2.65 million units per year
• Kharkhoda facility manufactures Brezza and Victoris SUVs
• Future plans target 1 million units annual capacity at Kharkhoda

Production Capacity Expansion

The new plant at Kharkhoda increases the facility’s total capacity to 500,000 units annually. Maruti Suzuki began production at the first Kharkhoda plant in February 2025, also with a capacity of 250,000 units per year. The company operates additional manufacturing plants in Gurugram, Manesar, and Hansalpur.

Current production capacity is distributed as follows: Gurugram at 500,000 units, Manesar at 900,000 units, Hansalpur at 750,000 units, and Kharkhoda at 500,000 units. With the latest addition, Maruti Suzuki’s total installed annual production capacity across all facilities now stands at 2.65 million units.

Future Plans and Manufacturing Details

The expansion at Kharkhoda aligns with Maruti Suzuki’s plan to add 500,000 units of production capacity during the fiscal years 2026-27. The Kharkhoda facility currently manufactures the Brezza compact SUV and the Victoris mid-size SUV. Once fully operational, the site is expected to reach an annual production capacity of 1 million units.

The company’s manufacturing contracts cover passenger car and van programs across both gasoline and diesel platforms. Production schedules will be adjusted as the new capacity comes online. Maruti Suzuki also plans to manufacture and assemble Electric Drive Units (EDUs) and Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) systems at the facility.

Industry Context

The expansion comes as Tata Motors projects a 10% growth in passenger vehicles for FY27. Fuel prices have increased, and new policy support for electric vehicle charging has been introduced. Automotive suppliers are also adapting to these changes in the sector.

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CarBike 360 Says

With the expansion of its Kharkhoda facility, Maruti Suzuki is reinforcing its long-term growth strategy in India’s highly competitive automotive market. The increased production capacity not only prepares the brand for rising demand but also strengthens its position as the country’s leading carmaker, ensuring faster deliveries, improved supply chain efficiency, and readiness for future product rollouts.