Sunroof-equipped cars are no longer a niche choice in India. Once seen as a luxury reserved only for premium vehicles, sunroofs have quickly become a popular feature in mass-market cars, with new data showing a striking rise in demand — especially for models from Hyundai and Honda.
According to figures shared by Hyundai Motor India and Honda Cars India, over 50% of the cars sold by these two brands now come equipped with a sunroof. In fact, Hyundai sold over 11 lakh sunroof-equipped vehicles in India in the last five years. What’s more impressive is that while 52% of Hyundai’s cars sold in 2024 featured a sunroof, this number climbed to 54% in the first half of 2025 — indicating a clear upward trend.
Despite India’s hot and humid weather, where a sunroof might seem more of a burden than a benefit due to increased heat in the cabin, customers still prefer this feature. It’s not so much about utility as it is about perception. A sunroof adds a premium feel to the cabin and gives a sense of openness, which many associate with higher-end vehicles.
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Earlier, sunroofs were limited to the top-end trims. However, carmakers are now introducing them from mid-spec trims — and in some cases, even lower variants. Hyundai, for instance, offers the sunroof from the second-from-base variants in models like the Exter and Venue. This democratization of the feature reflects the strong demand across a wider audience.
The most affordable car with a sunroof in India is the Tata Punch Adventure Sunroof MT, priced at ₹7.72 lakh (ex-showroom). If you’re looking for a panoramic sunroof, the Kia Syros HTK+ turbo-petrol MT offers the cheapest entry point at ₹11.80 lakh (ex-showroom).
Honda’s strategy is slightly different. Only the City and Elevate models come with sunroofs, and only on the top two variants — VX and ZX. But here too, sunroof-equipped trims dominate sales. These top trims account for 75% of the Elevate’s domestic sales and 60% of the City’s.
This data highlights a significant trend: Indian buyers are moving away from entry-level variants and increasingly opting for mid to top-spec trims. The added features, including sunroofs, give buyers a better sense of value and satisfaction for their money.
Other manufacturers like Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki and Mahindra are expected to release similar figures soon, but the writing is on the wall — sunroofs have become a must-have feature for a large number of Indian car buyers, regardless of climate or budget.