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- Maruti Suzuki retained its No. 1 spot, but domestic PV sales declined; exports surged 80% YoY, cushioning the impact.
- Hyundai and Tata reported domestic sales drops due to production shutdowns and weakening ICE demand, respectively
- Mahindra, Toyota, and Kia posted robust YoY growth, driven by SUVs, MPVs, and new launches like the Carens Clavis.
- MG Motor recorded a massive 40% YoY jump, powered by the Windsor EV and battery rental model success.
India’s top automakers released their May 2025 sales figures, revealing a month of mixed results. While market leader Maruti Suzuki continued to dominate the charts, its domestic PVs saw a decline. Hyundai and Tata Motors struggled, whereas Mahindra, MG, Toyota, and Kia posted double-digit YoY growth. Here’s a brand-wise sales breakdown for May 2025.
Maruti Suzuki: Exports Drive Growth Amidst Domestic Dip
Maruti Suzuki clocked 1,80,077 units in May 2025, up 3.2% YoY compared to 1,74,551 units in May 2024. The growth, however, was largely fuelled by exports.
- Domestic PV sales dropped by 5.6% to 1,35,962 units
- Mini segment (Alto, S-Presso) fell 31.5% to 6,776 units
- Compact cars (Baleno, Swift, Dzire, etc.) declined by 9.6%
- Ciaz posted only 458 units, down from 730
- Utility Vehicles (Brezza, Grand Vitara) rose slightly to 54,899 units
- Eeco van grew by 12.5% to 12,327 units
- Exports jumped 80% YoY to 31,219 units
Total April–May FY26 sales stand at 3,59,866 units, up 5% YoY.
Mahindra: UVs, Exports Power Strong Growth
Mahindra clocked 84,110 units, up 17% YoY. It continues to ride high on UV demand.
- UV sales grew 21% YoY to 52,431 units
- Scorpio-N, Thar, XUV700, and XUV 3XO are major contributors
- Exports rose 37% to 3,651 units
- 3-wheelers and select CVs also posted growth
Mahindra’s YTD (Apr–May) PV sales are up 24% YoY, setting a strong FY26 tone.
Tata Motors: EV Sales Flat, Overall Down
Tata Motors posted 70,187 units, a 10% YoY drop over 76,766 units in May 2024.
- Domestic PV sales fell 11% to 41,557 units
- EV sales (domestic + export) were flat at 5,685 units
- Total PVs (ICE + EV) at 42,040 units
- CV sales fell 5%, though ILMCV segment grew
- PV exports rose by 28%, a rare bright spot
Tata’s upcoming Harrier EV, Safari facelift, and Sierra EV and ICE could bring relief in H2 FY26.
Hyundai: Plant Shutdown Slows Momentum
Hyundai reported total sales of 58,701 units, down 7.63% YoY from 63,551 in May 2024.
- Domestic sales dropped 10.76% to 43,861 units
- The dip was due to a planned biannual plant maintenance at its Chennai facility
- Exports grew 3.06% to 14,840 units
- MoM dip was mild at 1.16%
Despite the fall, the new Creta continued to perform well. A Venue facelift is also on the horizon to revive numbers.
Toyota: SUV & MPV Strategy Pays Off
Toyota Kirloskar Motor sold 30,864 units, up 22% YoY over 25,273 in May 2024.
- Domestic sales at 29,280 units, exports at 1,584 units
- Cumulative Apr–May sales: 58,188 units, up 27% YoY
- SUV + MPV volumes up 34% YoY
- Fortuner + Legender now cross 3 lakh units in India
- Badge-engineered models (Glanza, Rumion, Taisor) doing well
- New Innova HyCross Exclusive Edition adds freshness to the lineup
Toyota’s focus on premium SUVs and reliable MPVs continues to strike gold.
Kia: 5th Consecutive Month of Growth
Kia India posted 22,315 units, marking 14.43% YoY growth over 19,500 units in May 2024.
- Growth attributed to the Carens Clavis, recently launched
- Kia maintains 5-month streak of positive YoY growth
- Another new launch is due in July 2025, expected to be the Carens EV
- The upcoming EV will be India’s first electric midsize MPV under ₹20 lakh
Kia’s youthful portfolio and innovation-first approach are clearly paying dividends.
MG Motor: Windsor EV, Pro Variant Boost Sales
MG Motor sold 6,304 units, up 40% YoY over May 2024’s 4,510 units.
- Windsor EV and its Pro variant were top sellers
- MoM growth stood at 8.15% over April’s 5,829 units
- Innovations like Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) helped conversions
- Windsor Pro now offers 449 km range, 52.9 kWh battery, and Level-2 ADAS
- Flagship Majestor SUV launch is expected soon
MG’s smart EV strategy is resonating with urban, tech-savvy buyers.
May 2025 Car Sales Table: Brand-Wise Breakdown
| Rank | Brand | May 2025 Sales | YoY Growth | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maruti | 1,80,077 | +3.2% | Exports up 80%, PVs down 5.6% |
| 2 | Mahindra | 84,110 | +17% | UVs and exports drive growth |
| 3 | Tata | 70,187 | -10% | Flat EV sales, PVs down, export up 28% |
| 4 | Hyundai | 58,701 | -7.63% | Maintenance shutdown, Creta still strong |
| 5 | Toyota | 30,864 | +22% | SUV/MPV strength, Glanza/Rumion/Taisor push |
| 6 | Kia | 22,315 | +14.4% | Carens Clavis drives 5th straight monthly gain |
| 7 | MG Motor | 6,304 | +40% | Windsor EV & BaaS model appeal |
Conclusion: A Tale of Two Halves
May 2025 paints a tale of divergence. Market stalwarts like Maruti, Hyundai, and Tata battled domestic slowdowns, while Toyota, Kia, MG, and Mahindra found new growth paths via exports, UVs, and EVs. With multiple new launches lined up for Q2 FY26, the second half of the fiscal year could turn the tide, offering a more balanced growth story.