The Indian automotive industry in August 2025 witnessed another round of intense competition among the top car manufacturers. While Maruti Suzuki continues to maintain its dominant lead, the battle for the second spot between Hyundai, Tata Motors, and Mahindra has once again taken an interesting turn.
This month, Hyundai Motor India reclaimed the number two position, displacing Tata Motors to third and pushing Mahindra further down to fourth. Despite an overall slowdown in the passenger vehicle market, Hyundai managed to hold its ground with consistent sales volumes, ensuring a comfortable gap over Tata and Mahindra.
Hyundai Motor India: Regains Second Position
Hyundai has once again emerged as the second-largest car manufacturer in India for August 2025.
- Sales Performance: 44,001 units (down from 49,525 units YoY, an 11.1% decline).
- Despite the dip, Hyundai managed to outsell Tata by a margin of 3,000 units.
- Key contributors to Hyundai’s sales included the Creta SUV, Venue compact SUV, and i20 premium hatchback.
Hyundai’s ability to maintain demand for its SUV-heavy portfolio, coupled with new model updates, helped it stay ahead in the competition.
Quick Summary Table
Brand |
August 2025 Sales |
August 2024 Sales |
YoY Growth/Decline |
Rank in Aug 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Maruti Suzuki |
1,80,683 units |
1,81,782 units |
-0.6% |
1st |
Hyundai |
44,001 units |
49,525 units |
-11.1% |
2nd |
Tata Motors |
41,001 units |
44,142 units |
-7.1% |
3rd |
Mahindra |
39,399 units |
43,277 units |
-9% |
4th |
Official Source: SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers)
Maruti Suzuki: The Undisputed Market Leader
Maruti Suzuki once again retained its crown as India’s largest car manufacturer. In August 2025, the company sold 1,80,683 units, marginally lower than the 1,81,782 units recorded in August 2024.
- Passenger vehicle sales in the domestic market dropped from 1,43,075 units in August 2024 to 1,31,278 units in August 2025.
- The decline was small compared to its competitors, which highlights Maruti’s resilience and strong product portfolio across segments.
Maruti’s consistent performance is backed by its wide dealership network, affordable product lineup, and dominance in entry-level hatchbacks and compact SUVs.
Tata Motors: Drops to Third Place
Tata Motors, which has been aggressively expanding its SUV lineup with vehicles like the Harrier, Safari, and Punch, lost its second position this month.
- Sales Performance: 41,001 units in August 2025, compared to 44,142 units in August 2024 (-7.1%).
- Although Tata has shown strong performance in the EV segment with the Nexon EV and Tiago EV, the overall passenger vehicle sales dipped.
- Tata continues to remain a close contender for the second position, with a very narrow gap against Hyundai.
Mahindra: Slips to Fourth Place
Mahindra, once holding the second position in select months, has now slipped to fourth.
- Sales Performance: 39,399 units in August 2025, compared to 43,277 units in August 2024 (-9%).
- Despite strong demand for SUVs like Scorpio-N, XUV700, and Thar, Mahindra’s production constraints and supply chain issues have impacted its overall numbers.
- The brand, however, continues to dominate the lifestyle SUV segment.
Industry-Wide Trends
- Overall Decline in Sales: All three competitors – Hyundai, Tata, and Mahindra – reported negative YoY growth.
- SUV-Centric Demand: SUVs continue to dominate sales charts across all brands, proving India’s strong preference for this body style.
- Close Battle for Second Spot: The gap between Hyundai, Tata, and Mahindra remains slim, and future months may witness more reshuffling in ranks.
- Maruti’s Marginal Dip: Even the market leader is not immune to sales fluctuations, though its decline remains smaller compared to rivals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Which car company sold the most vehicles in August 2025?
Maruti Suzuki sold the most with 1,80,683 units, maintaining its number one position.
Q2. Who secured the second spot in August 2025 car sales?
Hyundai Motor India secured the second spot with 44,001 units sold.
Q3. How did Tata Motors perform in August 2025?
Tata Motors sold 41,001 units, placing it third, just behind Hyundai.
Q4. What about Mahindra’s performance?
Mahindra sold 39,399 units, slipping to fourth place despite strong demand for its SUVs.
Q5. Did all companies record growth compared to last year?
No, all major players including Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mahindra, and even Maruti Suzuki reported a year-on-year decline in August 2025.
Conclusion
The August 2025 car sales data reaffirms Maruti Suzuki’s dominance while highlighting the fierce battle for the runner-up spot. Hyundai has reclaimed second place with 44,001 units, pushing Tata Motors to third and Mahindra to fourth. Although all major players reported a year-on-year decline, the Indian automotive industry remains dynamic, with SUVs leading demand. The upcoming festive season and new launches may further alter these rankings in the months ahead.
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