March 2025 Car Sales: A Mixed Bag of Growth and Decline
The car sales performance in March 2025 presents an interesting mix, with some brands showcasing significant growth while others faced a decline. Mahindra achieved an impressive 18% YoY growth, while Skoda and MG Motor India reported their highest-ever sales for the month. Let’s take a closer look at the brand-wise sales data for TATA, Volkswagen, Maruti, Kia, Mahindra, Renault, Honda, Hyundai, Citroen, Skoda, MG Motors, and others.
TATA Car Sales in March 2025
- TATA Motors saw a 3.01% YoY growth in total sales, with 51,616 units sold in March 2025, compared to 50,110 units last year. However, sales of electric vehicles (EVs) decreased by 20.56% to 5,353 units compared to 6,738 units in March 2024.
Hyundai Car Sales in March 2025
- Hyundai experienced a slight dip in domestic sales, with 51,820 units sold in March 2025, a 2.23% decrease compared to 53,001 units in March 2024. However, exports saw a 23% growth, rising to 15,500 units from 12,600 units in the previous year.
Honda Car Sales in March 2025
- Honda has seen consistent demand in the Indian market, but specific data for March 2025 is not yet available.
Mahindra Car Sales in March 2025
- Mahindra had an outstanding month, registering a 23% growth in total sales. They sold 83,894 units in March 2025, and their SUV sales reached 48,048 units, marking an 18% increase. For the fiscal year, Mahindra’s SUV sales stand at 551,487 units.
Skoda Car Sales in March 2025
- Skoda reached a significant milestone with their highest-ever monthly sales of 7,422 units in March 2025. The brand also received over 15,000 bookings for its new Kodiaq, indicating strong demand and a production ramp-up.
MG Motor India Sales in March 2025
- MG Motors reported a 9% increase in sales, with a total of 5,500 units sold in March 2025. Remarkably, 85% of their total sales came from electric vehicles, reflecting a growing trend towards EV adoption.
Maruti Suzuki Sales in March 2025
- Maruti Suzuki maintained its leadership with 192,984 units sold in March 2025, showing a 3.1% YoY growth. Utility vehicle (UV) sales for Maruti saw a 4.6% increase, reaching 61,097 units, and the company achieved strong growth in exports with 332,585 units sold, a 17.5% rise over the previous year.
Toyota Car Sales in March 2025
- Toyota posted an 11% growth in March 2025, with 30,043 units sold compared to 27,180 units in March 2024. The company also experienced impressive growth for the fiscal year, recording 3,37,148 units in total sales, a 28% increase.
Kia Car Sales in March 2025
- Kia saw a 19.28% increase in March 2025, selling 25,525 units, up from 21,400 units in March 2024. The brand also recorded a slight 1.99% growth compared to February 2025, where they sold 25,026 units.
Overall Insights
While the Indian car market in March 2025 showed a mixed trend, some brands have managed to outperform others. Mahindra, Skoda, and MG Motor India made strong strides, while some others like Hyundai and TATA experienced a modest dip. As electric vehicles continue to gain traction, brands such as MG and TATA are focusing heavily on EVs, contributing to their overall sales success.
With strong sales from both domestic and export markets, brands like Maruti Suzuki and Toyota continue to dominate, while new models and ramped-up production schedules are expected to keep the momentum going for several other manufacturers.