June 2025 Car Sales: Maruti Leads As Others Catch Up

India’s automobile market experienced a mixed performance in June 2025 as carmakers navigated changing consumer trends and supply dynamics. While Maruti Suzuki continued its long-standing dominance, its sales took a visible hit compared to the same month last year. In contrast, brands like Mahindra and Toyota recorded healthy growth, buoyed by robust demand for SUVs and MPVs. Meanwhile, others such as Skoda, Kia and MG showcased solid progress over the first half of the year, hinting at shifting preferences in India’s passenger vehicle segment.

Maruti Retains Lead Despite Dip in Domestic Sales

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest car manufacturer, remained at the top of the sales chart with 1,67,993 units sold in June. However, this figure marked a 6% year-on-year decline. Domestic sales were particularly affected, dropping 15% to 1,21,339 units compared to 1,39,918 in June 2024. Exports also saw a slight drop, although its Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) supply to Toyota Kirloskar Motor rose marginally to 8,812 units, reflecting stable partnerships even in a challenging month.

Hyundai Leans on SUVs to Steady Performance

Hyundai Motor India continued to rely on its strong SUV portfolio, which accounted for over 67% of its domestic sales in June. The brand sold a total of 60,924 vehicles, with 44,024 delivered within India and 16,900 exported. Although the company hasn’t reported major growth, the sustained demand for its SUV models helped maintain a consistent sales rhythm amid broader market fluctuations.

Tata Motors Faces Setback in Passenger Vehicle Segment

Tata Motors experienced a notable decline in its overall sales. Domestic dispatches fell to 65,019 units—a 12% drop from the 74,147 vehicles sold in June 2024. The passenger vehicle division, including electric vehicles, dipped by 15% to 37,083 units. This signals a temporary slowdown for the homegrown automaker, which has been one of the key players in India's emerging EV space.

Mahindra Gains Momentum with Double-Digit Growth

Mahindra & Mahindra stood out as a key performer, recording an 18% rise in domestic passenger vehicle sales. The company sold 47,306 units in June 2025, up from 40,022 in the same month last year. Exports also inched up slightly to 2,634 units. Continued consumer interest in Mahindra’s SUV lineup appears to be a strong factor behind this surge, aligning with broader market trends favouring rugged, multi-purpose vehicles.

Toyota Maintains Upward Trajectory

Toyota Kirloskar Motor continued its growth path with a 5% year-on-year increase, selling 28,869 units in June. This was an improvement from the 27,474 units sold during the same period in 2024. SUVs and MPVs continue to be the backbone of Toyota’s Indian portfolio, and the steady rise in sales indicates robust consumer trust in its reliability and performance across segments.

MG Shows EV Strength with Notable Growth

JSW MG Motor India achieved an impressive 21% year-on-year growth in June 2025. A total of 5,829 vehicles were dispatched, with increasing popularity of electric models like the MG Windsor driving this momentum. MG’s focus on modern design and clean energy vehicles seems to be resonating well with Indian buyers looking for futuristic mobility options.

Skoda and Kia Build Momentum in H1 2025

Skoda Auto India reported its best-ever half-year performance, with 36,194 units sold in the first six months of 2025. This marked a sharp rise from the 28,899 units sold in H1 2022, moving Skoda into the ranks of India’s top seven carmakers. Kia India also demonstrated strong progress, recording 1,42,139 units in H1 2025—a 12.7% increase compared to the same period in 2024. These figures highlight growing consumer interest in globally styled, feature-rich offerings that balance performance and value.

Honda Maintains Modest Presence

Honda Cars India registered total sales of 5,124 vehicles in June, with 4,618 units sold domestically and 506 exported. While the brand has maintained a steady presence, its numbers remained modest in comparison to some of its more aggressively expanding competitors.

Market Outlook: SUV Craze Continues, EVs Make Their Mark

The June 2025 sales performance across brands reveals clear consumer preferences for SUVs and an increasing tilt towards electric vehicles. Manufacturers with diverse SUV portfolios and forward-looking EV offerings seem to be better positioned for continued growth. With the festive season on the horizon, several carmakers are expected to step up launches and promotional campaigns to capture consumer attention in the months ahead.