August 2025 brought a major surprise to India’s car market. The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga grabbed the top spot with 18,445 units sold, overtaking the usual winner Dzire by a big margin.
This victory proves that practical family cars are what people really want right now.
Top 15 Best-Selling Cars in August 2025
| Rank | Car Model | Units Sold | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maruti Suzuki Ertiga | 18,445 | – |
| 2 | Maruti Suzuki Dzire | 16,509 | +55% |
| 3 | Hyundai Creta | 15,924 | −5% |
| 4 | Maruti Suzuki Wagon R | 14,552 | −12% |
| 5 | Tata Nexon | 14,004 | +14% |
| 6 | Maruti Suzuki Brezza | 13,620 | −29% |
| 7 | Maruti Suzuki Baleno | 12,549 | +1% |
| 8 | Maruti Suzuki Fronx | 12,422 | 0% |
| 9 | Maruti Suzuki Swift | 12,385 | −4% |
| 10 | Maruti Suzuki Eeco | 10,785 | – |
| 11 | Mahindra Scorpio (N+Classic) | 10,279 | – |
| 12 | Tata Punch | 9,859 | – |
| 13 | Mahindra Thar | 9,253 | +64% |
| 14 | Mahindra Bolero | 8,647 | – |
| 15 | Hyundai Venue | 8,109 | – |
Why Ertiga Won: The Success Story
- CNG Power in Taxi Business:
The Ertiga CNG dominates the commercial taxi segment. With fuel efficiency of 26.11 km/kg, operators choose it for low running costs. - Perfect Family Size:
As a 7-seater that’s not too big, the Ertiga fits Indian garages while offering the space families need. - Maruti’s Trust Factor:
A wide service network across India gives buyers confidence—they can service an Ertiga in any small town. - Practical Design:
Instead of flashy gadgets, the Ertiga focuses on real utility—more seats, more space, and better value.
Maruti’s Complete Domination
Maruti Suzuki grabbed 8 of the top 15 spots, proving why it’s India’s car king. Their domestic sales hit 1,34,050 units in August 2025, holding over 40% market share even as overall sales dipped.
The Dzire Bounce-Back Story
Although Dzire dropped to second, it achieved 55% year-on-year growth, climbing from 10,627 units in August 2024 to 16,509 units in August 2025. Its CNG variant delivers 33.73 km/kg, making it super economical.
Creta Stays SUV King
The Hyundai Creta sold 15,924 units, remaining India’s best-selling SUV despite a slight 5% yearly decline. Its range includes regular, sporty N Line, and Electric versions.
Nexon vs Brezza: Compact SUV Battle
For the first time, the Tata Nexon (14,004 units) beat the Maruti Brezza (13,620 units), winning by 384 units. Nexon’s growth shows Tata’s rising product quality and customer trust.
Key Takeaways
- Ertiga’s Historic Win: An MUV beat sedans and SUVs to become India’s best-selling car.
- Maruti’s Unshakeable Lead: 8 cars in the top 15 prove why Maruti remains dominant.
- SUV Competition Heats Up: Nexon overtook Brezza, highlighting a fiercely competitive segment.
- Value & Efficiency Rule: Cars with CNG options and practicality topped the charts.
August 2025 showed that Indian buyers want practical, fuel-efficient vehicles from trusted brands. The Ertiga’s triumph captures this trend—spacious, economical, and reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions – Car Sales in India (August 2025)
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga with 18,445 units sold.
Eight Maruti Suzuki models ranked in the top 15.
Hyundai Creta, with 15,924 units.
Yes—Nexon sold 14,004 units versus Brezza’s 13,620.
Dzire saw a 55% year-on-year increase in August 2025.
Maruti Brezza, with a 29% year-on-year drop.
