Description: India Passenger Vehicle Sales Records December 2025 (Brand-Wise) turned out to be a strong closing month for the Indian passenger vehicle industry. Supported by tax reductions, attractive year-end offers, and renewed buyer confidence, carmakers across segments recorded healthy sales numbers. As a result, total passenger vehicle sales for the month crossed 4 lakh units, marking a significant year-on-year rise compared to December 2024.
Indian Car Market Overview: December 2025
The surge in December sales reflected a mix of festive demand spillover, improved supply conditions, and better affordability due to policy support. Both urban and rural markets contributed to this growth, with smaller towns showing particularly strong traction.
Overall, passenger vehicle sales in December 2025 grew by around 25–26 percent year-on-year, highlighting the steady recovery and expansion of India’s automotive sector.
Brand-Wise Passenger Vehicle Sales – December 2025
Domestic Passenger Car Sales Performance
| Brand / Manufacturer | Units Sold (Dec 2025) | Year-on-Year Change |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki | 178,646 | +37% |
| Mahindra & Mahindra | 50,946 | +23% |
| Tata Motors | 50,046 | +13% |
| Hyundai | 42,416 | +0.5% |
| Toyota Kirloskar Motor | 34,157 | +37% |
| Kia India | 18,659 | +105% |
| MG Motor India | 6,500 | –13.5% |
| Honda Cars India | 5,807 | +3.6% |
| Skoda Auto | 5,567 | +22% |
| Volkswagen India | 4,256 | –11% |
| Renault India | 3,845 | +33% |
| Nissan | 1,902 | Slight decline |
| Citroën | 1,190 | |
| Jeep | 292 |
Total Passenger Vehicle Sales in India (December 2025): ~404,231 units
Key Highlights from December 2025
Maruti Suzuki Strengthens Market Leadership
Maruti Suzuki once again emerged as the undisputed market leader, selling nearly 1.79 lakh cars in December alone. Strong demand for its hatchbacks, compact sedans, and SUVs—such as the Swift, Dzire, Brezza, and Fronx—helped the company post a robust 37 percent annual growth. Its wide dealer network and value-focused lineup continued to resonate with buyers across regions.
SUV Demand Powers Mahindra and Tata
SUVs remained a major growth engine for Indian manufacturers:
i) Mahindra & Mahindra recorded over 50,000 units, driven largely by the continued popularity of the Scorpio N and XUV700.
ii) Tata Motors also crossed the 50,000-unit mark, with strong contributions from its SUV range and a growing share of electric vehicles. Models like the Nexon EV and Punch EV played a notable role, with EV sales reaching around 6,900 units during the month.
Hyundai and Toyota Deliver Steady Performance
i) Hyundai reported marginal growth, selling over 42,000 vehicles, with SUVs such as the Creta and Venue leading its portfolio.
ii) Toyota Kirloskar Motor saw a strong rise in demand, posting more than 34,000 units, supported by sustained interest in its MPVs and rebadged SUV offerings.
Kia Records a Breakout Month
Kia India stood out with one of the fastest growth rates in December 2025. The brand sold 18,659 vehicles, more than doubling its sales compared to the same month last year. This marked Kia’s best December performance since entering the Indian market, reflecting growing acceptance of models like the Seltos, Sonet, and Carens.
Performance of Smaller and Premium Brands
Among smaller and premium manufacturers:
i) MG Motor India witnessed a slight decline, selling 6,500 units.
ii) Honda Cars India posted modest growth with 5,807 units.
iii) European brands such as Skoda and Volkswagen maintained mid-tier volumes, while Renault, Nissan, Citroën, and Jeep continued to operate at relatively lower sales levels.
What Drove December 2025 Sales
Several factors contributed to the strong performance in December. Mention below:
Policy and Pricing Support
Tax reductions on small cars and SUVs improved affordability, encouraging buyers to advance purchase decisions.
Rural and Semi-Urban Growth
Demand growth was stronger in smaller towns and rural areas than in major cities, reflecting improving income levels and infrastructure.
Improved Supply Conditions
Better inventory availability and smoother supply chains allowed dealers to convert demand into actual sales, unlike earlier months affected by production constraints.