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Mahindra Overtakes Hyundai as India's Second-Largest Automaker in April 2025

Maruti Suzuki and Kia India report strong growth, while Hyundai and Tata Motors see declines in a challenging market.

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This file photo taken Jan. 15, 2025, shows the all-new Palisade SUV during a media event held in Seongnam, just south of Seoul. (Yonhap)
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Overview

  • Mahindra & Mahindra achieved a 27.6% year-on-year growth in April 2025, with 52,330 units sold, securing the second-largest automaker position in India.
  • Maruti Suzuki led the market with a 7% year-on-year increase, selling 179,791 units, driven by strong performance in utility and compact vehicle segments.
  • Kia India posted an 18.3% growth, dispatching 23,623 units, bolstered by the success of the Sonet, Seltos, and newly launched Syros models.
  • Hyundai Motor India saw a 5% decline in total sales to 60,774 units, but recorded a 21.5% surge in exports, emphasizing its 'Make in India, Made for the World' strategy.
  • Tata Motors experienced a 5.6% drop in domestic passenger vehicle sales, with 45,199 units sold, reflecting ongoing demand challenges in the domestic market.