India’s electric vehicle (EV) market achieved a major milestone in August 2025 with record-breaking sales. According to Vahan portal retail sales data, 17,298 electric cars were delivered to customers last month. This marks a robust 155 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase compared to 6,787 units sold in August 2024.
Even on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, EV sales grew by 7.46 percent, up from 16,097 units sold in July 2025.
India EV Market Performance in 2025
The EV industry has sustained double-digit growth throughout 2025. Between January and August, a total of 1,08,751 EVs were sold, compared to 63,583 units during the same period in 2024 — a 71 percent overall increase.
Month-wise EV Sales in India (2025 vs 2024)
| Month | 2025 Sales | 2024 Sales | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1,924 | 8,475 | 41% |
| February | 9,491 | 7,516 | 26% |
| March | 13,314 | 9,757 | 36% |
| April | 13,384 | 7,764 | 72% |
| May | 13,268 | 7,986 | 66% |
| June | 13,975 | 7,291 | 92% |
| July | 16,097 | 8,007 | 101% |
| August | 17,298 | 6,787 | 155% |
| Total | 1,08,751 | 63,583 | 71% |
📌 Key Highlight: August 2025 recorded the highest-ever monthly EV sales in India, making it a landmark month for the industry.
EV Sales by Carmaker in August 2025
India currently has 14 carmakers retailing electric passenger vehicles. Of them, 10 manufacturers reported YoY growth, while 4 brands witnessed a sales drop compared to last year.
Carmaker-wise EV Sales (August 2025 vs August 2024)
| Carmaker | Aug 2025 Sales | Aug 2024 Sales | Growth (%) | Market Share 2025 | Market Share 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tata | 7,088 | 4,390 | 61% | 40.98% | 64.68% |
| MG | 4,759 | 1,437 | 231% | 27.51% | 21.17% |
| Mahindra | 3,495 | 337 | 937% | 20.20% | 4.96% |
| Hyundai | 584 | 42 | 1290% | 3.37% | 0.61% |
| BYD | 447 | 227 | 97% | 2.58% | 3.34% |
| Kia | 441 | 20 | 2105% | 2.54% | 0.29% |
| BMW | 362 | 71 | 410% | 2.09% | 1.04% |
| Mercedes | 77 | 53 | 45% | 0.44% | 0.78% |
| Citroen | 20 | 162 | -88% | 0.11% | 2.38% |
| Volvo | 16 | 33 | -52% | 0.09% | 0.48% |
| Porsche | 6 | 4 | 50% | 0.03% | 0.05% |
| Audi | 3 | 10 | -70% | 0.01% | 0.14% |
| Rolls-Royce | 0 | 1 | -100% | – | 0.01% |
| JLR | 0 | 0 | – | – | – |
| TOTAL | 17,298 | 6,787 | 155% | 100% | 100% |
Brand-wise Highlights
Tata Motors – 7,088 Units (+61% YoY)
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Strong demand for Nexon EV, Punch EV, Curvv EV, and newly launched Harrier EV.
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Market share dropped from 65% last year to 41%, but sales hit the highest level in 8 months.
MG Motor – 4,759 Units (+231% YoY)
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Mass-market Comet EV and Windsor continue to perform well.
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New premium EVs Cyberster roadster and M9 MPV launched under the MG Select network.
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Sales dipped 10% MoM from July 2025 (5,290 units).
Mahindra – 3,495 Units (+937% YoY)
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Third month in 2025 with 3,000+ EV sales.
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Demand driven by XUV400, BE 6, and XEV 9e SUVs.
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Market share jumped to 20% from 5% last year.
Hyundai – 584 Units (+1290% YoY)
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Boosted by Creta EV launch earlier in 2025.
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Also sells Ioniq 5 in India.
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Market share still relatively small at 3%.
Kia – 441 Units (+2105% YoY)
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Carens Clavis EV MPV drove sales momentum.
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First time Kia crossed three-figure monthly EV sales in India.
Luxury EV Market in August 2025
The luxury EV segment grew in tandem with the mass-market industry. A total of 464 luxury EVs were sold, marking a 170% YoY increase over 172 units in August 2024.
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BMW (incl. Mini): 362 units (+410% YoY), 78% luxury EV share.
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Mercedes-Benz: 68 units (+23% YoY), 15% luxury EV share.
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Volvo: 16 units (-52% YoY).
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Audi: 3 units (-70% YoY).
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Rolls-Royce & JLR: Zero sales.
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