Cart 0
Top 25 Best-Selling Cars in India March 2025: Hyundai Creta Dominates SUV Segment with 10% Growth
Discover the latest Indian car sales rankings for March 2025, featuring the most popular models across SUVs, hatchbacks, MUVs, and sedans. Hyundai Creta leads the pack, followed closely by Maruti Suzuki Swift and Tata Punch. Get detailed insights, year-on-year growth, and market trends shaping the Indian automotive landscape.
March 2025 Car Sales Rankings: Key Highlights
The Indian automobile market continues to show dynamic shifts in consumer preferences, with SUVs and hatchbacks dominating sales charts. Hyundai Creta secured the top spot with 18,059 units sold in March 2025, marking a 10% increase compared to last year. Maruti Suzuki’s Swift and Tata’s Punch closely follow, showcasing strong demand in their respective segments.
Notably, Mahindra’s XUV 3X0 recorded an impressive 240% year-on-year growth, reflecting growing consumer interest in new launches. Meanwhile, some models like the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and Hyundai Exter experienced declines, highlighting competitive pressures and evolving buyer preferences.
| Rank | OEM | Bodystyle | Model | Mar’25 Sales | Mar’24 Sales | Y-o-Y Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyundai | SUV | Creta | 18,059 | 16,458 | 10% |
| 2 | Maruti Suzuki | Hatchback | Swift | 17,746 | 15,728 | 13% |
| 3 | Tata | SUV | Punch | 17,714 | 17,547 | 1% |
| 4 | Maruti Suzuki | Hatchback | Wagon R | 17,175 | 16,368 | 5% |
| 5 | Maruti Suzuki | MUV | Ertiga | 16,804 | 14,888 | 13% |
| 6 | Maruti Suzuki | SUV | Brezza | 16,546 | 14,614 | 13% |
| 7 | Tata | SUV | Nexon | 16,366 | 14,058 | 16% |
| 8 | Maruti Suzuki | Sedan | Dzire | 15,460 | 15,894 | -3% |
| 9 | Mahindra | SUV | Scorpio | 13,913 | 15,151 | -8% |
| 10 | Maruti Suzuki | SUV | Fronx | 13,669 | 12,531 | 9% |
| 11 | Maruti Suzuki | Hatchback | Baleno | 12,357 | 15,588 | -21% |
| 12 | Hyundai | SUV | Venue | 10,441 | 9,614 | 9% |
| 13 | Maruti Suzuki | SUV | Grand Vitara | 10,418 | 11,232 | -7% |
| 14 | Maruti Suzuki | Van | Eeco | 10,409 | 12,019 | -13% |
| 15 | Maruti Suzuki | Hatchback | Alto | 9,867 | 9,332 | 6% |
| 16 | Toyota | MUV | Innova + Hycross | 9,856 | 9,900 | 0% |
| 17 | Mahindra | SUV | Thar | 8,936 | 6,049 | 48% |
| 18 | Mahindra | SUV | Bolero | 8,031 | 10,347 | -22% |
| 19 | Tata | Hatchback | Tiago | 7,946 | 6,381 | 25% |
| 20 | Kia | SUV | Sonet | 7,705 | 8,750 | -12% |
| 21 | Mahindra | SUV | XUV 3X0 | 7,055 | 2,072 | 240% |
| 22 | Mahindra | SUV | XUV 700 | 6,851 | 6,611 | 4% |
| 23 | Kia | SUV | Seltos | 6,525 | 7,912 | -18% |
| 24 | Hyundai | SUV | Exter | 5,901 | 8,475 | -30% |
| 25 | Kia | MUV | Carens | 5,512 | 4,737 | 16% |
SUVs Continue to Dominate Indian Car Market
SUVs remain the most sought-after segment in India, with multiple models from Hyundai, Tata, Maruti Suzuki, and Mahindra featuring prominently in the top 25. The Hyundai Creta, Venue, and Exter, along with Tata’s Punch, Nexon, and Tiago, and Mahindra’s Scorpio, Thar, and XUV series, highlight the growing preference for versatile and feature-rich SUVs.
The Tata Nexon posted a strong 16% year-on-year growth, while Mahindra’s Thar surged by 48%, reflecting the rising demand for rugged SUVs. However, some SUVs like the Hyundai Exter and Kia Seltos saw declines, indicating intense competition and shifting buyer priorities.
Maruti Suzuki’s Hatchbacks and MUVs: Mixed Performance
Maruti Suzuki continues to lead in the hatchback segment with the Swift and Wagon R maintaining strong sales growth of 13% and 5%, respectively. The Alto also showed a modest 6% increase. However, the Baleno experienced a significant 21% decline, signaling a need for updates or stronger marketing efforts.
In the MUV segment, the Ertiga recorded a healthy 13% growth, while the Eeco van saw a 13% drop in sales. The newly launched Grand Vitara SUV also faced a 7% decline, suggesting a competitive market environment.
Emerging Trends and Market Insights
The Indian car market is witnessing a surge in demand for SUVs and compact hatchbacks, driven by urbanization, rising disposable incomes, and increasing preference for feature-packed vehicles. Electric and hybrid models are gradually gaining traction, though traditional petrol and diesel variants still dominate sales.
Mahindra’s XUV 3X0’s remarkable 240% growth is a testament to the success of new launches and the brand’s focus on innovation. Meanwhile, Toyota’s Innova and Hycross models remain steady with flat sales, reflecting their loyal customer base.
Permalink