Honda sales were down mainly due to the production constraints the company faced because of the devastation that occurred in Japan.
Honda City continued to be highest seller for Honda followed by Jazz and Civic.
Official Press release
New Delhi, June 1, 2011: Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India reported sales of 2,334 units during the month of May 2011 as against 2,012 units sold during April 2011 recording a growth of 16%.
HSCI is currently operating on 50% of its planned production volume in the wake of the shortage of components from Japan. As the parts supply situation is improving in Japan, HSCI is likely to resume normal production from the festival season.
Model wise sales break-up: Jazz: 170; City: 1828; Civic: 190; Accord: 115; CR-V: 31