Thinking about buying a new car? Confused about which brands Indians trust most? You’re not alone.
October 2025 sent shockwaves through India’s car market. After the GST 2.0 reforms and festive buying (sept sales), sales numbers broke all records. Some brands soared, and a few struggled to keep up.
This article gives you the complete picture—no tech jargon, just straight facts to help you decide smartly.
India’s Car Market Snapshot – October 2025
Car prices dropped dramatically after GST 2.0 went live in September, and festive deals made October a dream month for buyers.
Total sales: 4,45,832 units
YoY Growth: 18.5%
What changed the game?
- Record discounts and festive offers (many buyers saved ₹50,000–₹1.5 lakh!)
- SUVs and MPVs smashed sales records
- EVs, CNG, and hybrids all saw a massive jump
- Exports set new highs
Top-Selling Car Brands in India – October 2025
| Rank | Brand | October Sales | YoY Growth (%) | Key Models |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maruti Suzuki | 2,38,991 | +17.4 | Dzire, Swift, Brezza, Baleno |
| 2 | Tata Motors | 73,879 | +12.7 | Nexon, Punch, Tiago, Altroz |
| 3 | Mahindra | 67,442 | +9.58 | Scorpio, XUV700, Thar |
| 4 | Hyundai | 65,048 | -7.4 | Creta, Venue, Exter, Grand i10 |
| 5 | Toyota | 34,548 | +14.2 | Innova Hycross, Hyryder |
| 6 | Kia | 32,738 | +9.9 | Seltos, Sonet, Carens |
| 7 | Skoda Volkswagen | 12,055 | +34.3 | Kylaq, Octavia RS |
| 8 | Honda | 7,168 | -3.0 | City, Amaze |
| 9 | MG Motor | 5,754 | -2.5 | Windsor, Comet |
| 10 | Renault | 5,041 | +12.6 | Kwid, Triber |
| 11 | Nissan | 2,548 | -5.9 | Magnite |
Standouts & Stories
- Maruti Suzuki shattered its own records: highest ever monthly sales thanks to GST 2.0 and festival booking surges.
- Tata Motors is the EV and compact SUV king. Nexon and Punch are everywhere.
- Mahindra is the SUV expert—Scorpio, XUV700, and Thar lead the charge.
- Hyundai felt the pinch but strong SUVs kept their numbers solid.
- Toyota and Kia posted new highs—MPVs, hybrids, and value SUVs are the stars.
- Skoda Volkswagen had a breakout month with premium and new launches.
- MG, Honda, Renault, Nissan—mostly steady, with EVs and affordable models keeping them visible.
Market Trends to Watch
- SUVs and MPVs now dominate every street
- EVs and Hybrids are quickly moving into the mainstream
- Festive offers + GST cuts are driving buyers in droves
- Compact and affordable models are still vital for entry buyers
Final Conclusion
October 2025 was a landmark for India’s car market.
If you’re shopping, you’re getting the best deals in years.
Expect November to be just as busy, with Diwali and more offers rolling in.
