India’s car market has rarely seen sedans dominate the annual sales charts. Between 1985 and 2024, a sedan managed to claim the top spot only once. This was when the Maruti Suzuki Dzire became the country’s highest-selling car in 2018.
In 2025, that exception is repeating itself. Against a market increasingly tilted towards SUVs, the Dzire has once again emerged as India’s best-selling car, reclaiming the leadership position after several years.
| Company | Models in Top 5 | Total Units Sold (Top 5 Models) |
| Maruti Suzuki | 3 (Dzire, WagonR, Ertiga) | 5,50,483 |
| Hyundai Motor India | 1 (Creta) | 1,87,968 |
| Tata Motors | 1 (Nexon) | 1,81,186 |
Source: Moneycontrol
Maruti Suzuki emerged as the clear leader in 2025, placing 3 models among the 5 best-selling cars in the country. This performance highlights the company’s ability to cater to diverse customer needs while maintaining competitive pricing and high service accessibility.
The company’s success is not confined to a single body style. Its portfolio spans sedans, hatchbacks and MPVs, allowing it to retain volumes even as consumer preferences shift. A dense sales and service network across urban and rural India continues to provide Maruti Suzuki with a structural advantage over peers.
Hyundai Motor India’s showing in 2025 was anchored by the Creta, which remained one of the country’s highest-selling vehicles. Hyundai’s strategy has been clearly SUV-focused, aligning with a market where SUVs account for roughly 55% of total passenger vehicle sales.
Strong brand recall, feature-rich offerings and consistent product updates have helped Hyundai defend its position despite rising competition. The company’s ability to sustain high volumes with fewer but well-established nameplates underlines its focused portfolio approach.
Tata Motors continued to consolidate its presence in the passenger vehicle segment through the Nexon. The model’s performance reflects Tata’s broader strategy of combining safety credentials, and multiple powertrain options to appeal to a wide customer base.
The company’s growing acceptance among private buyers signals a shift from niche positioning to mainstream competitiveness, particularly in the compact SUV category.
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In 2025, India’s passenger vehicle market showed that scale, portfolio diversity and customer relevance drive leadership. The top-selling vehicles highlight how balancing market trends with practical offerings helps manufacturers stay competitive in an evolving landscape where consumer preferences continue to shift toward larger, versatile vehicles.
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Published on: Dec 17, 2025, 4:17 PM IST
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