In April 2025, India's car market saw a big shift. Mahindra Motors shook things up by passing Hyundai to grab the second spot. They had a huge 9% boost in sales from the month before. Maruti Suzuki kept its top spot even though it sold 8% fewer cars than in March 2025.
Tata, Mahindra, and Maruti lead the pack among carmakers
Maruti Suzuki sold fewer cars (1,38,704 vs 1,50,743 in March) but still held onto a hefty 39.2% of the market. The brand stays strong despite selling less. This is thanks to its wide range of models and its solid network of dealers.
Mahindra, on the other hand, had a standout performance in April, selling 52,330 units—up from 48,048 units in March. Its market share jumped from 12.2% to 14.8%, fueled by strong demand for SUVs like the Scorpio-N, XUV700, and Thar.
Tata Motors retained the third position with 45,199 units, despite a 12.4% drop from March. While its market share shrank to 12.8%, Tata’s consistent performance helped keep it ahead of Hyundai.
Hyundai Drops to Fourth Place
Hyundai slipped to fourth place in April, with sales falling 14.4% to 44,374 units. Its market share dropped from 14.9% in March to 12.6%, as rising competition and inventory challenges weighed on performance.
MG and Mahindra Only Gainers
MG Motor India was the only other brand to post positive growth, with a 6% MoM increase, selling 5,829 units. Its market share also improved slightly to 1.6%.
Honda and Volkswagen Face the Heat
Honda Cars India experienced the sharpest drop, plunging over 53% to just 3,360 units in April. The lack of new models and production constraints likely impacted sales. Volkswagen followed with a 19.4% dip, though it maintained a steady 0.8% market share.
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