Suzuki Motor Corp’s unit already increased prices of its diesel models last month.

The Indian rupee is the worst-performing Asian currency this year, with the U.S. dollar rising nearly 16% against the local unit. Auto makers, especially the local units of foreign companies, import large amounts of parts and the rupee’s weakness has driven up their costs.

They have also been hit by higher prices of key raw materials such as steel and aluminum.

Raising vehicle prices could further damp demand for vehicles, which has remained weak since June due to rising fuel costs and higher interest rates on loans.

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