The Maruti Swift DZire has become India’s best-selling car, ending the Alto’s long stint at the top, a development that signals the preference of Indian consumers for a slightly larger car even at the entry level.

The Economic Times of India said the small compact sedan outsold its Alto sibling, a hatchback powered by an 800cc engine, by 854 units in May.

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