Car Sales Show Modest Growth in August 2025
Car retail sales in India saw a slight increase in August, even as many buyers held off on purchases. According to FADA (Federation of Automobile Dealers Association), overall sales were up by a modest 2.84%. The passenger vehicle (PV) segment showed a small year-over-year (YoY) growth of 0.93%. This cautious behavior from buyers was mainly due to the announcement of the new GST 2.0 reforms, as many customers were waiting for the expected price reductions to take effect.
Top Performers and Market Leaders
Maruti Suzuki once again led the passenger vehicle segment with 1,27,905 units sold, holding a strong 39.57% market share. Mahindra followed with 43,632 units, marking a healthy YoY growth. Toyota also saw a strong performance with 24,954 units sold, up from last year. Other brands like Skoda and MG also reported significant YoY growth, showing a positive trend for certain models.
Here is a summary of the top car sales for August 2025:
Also Read –Mahindra XEV 9e & BE 6 Sales Soar Past 20,000 Milestone in 5 Months
Luxury and EV Segment Trends
In the luxury market, BMW India performed well, with sales improving to 1,273 units in August. However, Mercedes-Benz saw a slight dip in sales, selling 1,305 units. This could change in the coming months, as both companies have announced significant price reductions due to the new GST 2.0 policy. Meanwhile, the electric vehicle segment is showing strong growth, with BYD India sales more than doubling compared to the same month last year.
