EV car sales February 2026 in India showed continued year-on-year growth amid a broader slowdown in monthly volumes, with Tata Motors retaining the top position and Mahindra posting significant gains in electric passenger vehicle retail figures. According to Autocar India data, total electric car sales in February stood at 13,669 units, marking a 44% increase over February 2025 levels.
Tata Motors Tops EV Car Sales in February
Tata Motors continued to lead EV car sales February 2026, delivering 5,558 electric vehicles during the month — a 39% year-on-year rise compared with 4,002 units in February 2025.
The brand’s strong positioning was driven by steady demand for its key EV models:
- Tata Nexon EV — continues as a consistent volume contributor
- Tata Punch EV — recently facelifted, boosting interest
- Tiago EV and Harrier EV — part of a growing electric portfolio
Tata’s cumulative EV sales for the first 11 months of FY26 also reflect robust adoption, crossing 69,765 units.
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Mahindra’s Sharp Growth in EV Sales
Mahindra emerged as one of the fastest-growing players in EV car sales February 2026, with sales of 2,913 electric SUVs — a remarkable 473% year-on-year increase over the 508 units sold in February 2025.
The surge was largely propelled by demand for models like the Mahindra BE.06 and XEV 9e, while the new three-row XEV 9S is expected to further support volumes in the coming months.
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Other Brands and Segment Trends
Aside from the top performers, other EV car makers also posted mixed results in EV car sales February 2026:
- MG Motor delivered 3,310 EVs, slightly down year-on-year.
- VinFast, a relatively new entrant, recorded 384 units sold, gaining early traction.
- BYD saw 306 units, showing modest year-on-year growth.
- Hyundai and Kia recorded 304 and 295 EV sales respectively; although improved from very low bases, demand remains modest compared with peers.
- Maruti Suzuki dispatched 214 units of its newly launched e-Vitara, marking its entry into mass-market EV sales.
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Market Context and Broader EV Trends
Despite the strong year-on-year performance, EV car sales February 2026 were lower compared with January 2026, with volumes dropping sharply as the month typically follows a post-holiday seasonal pattern. However, industry data shows that EV adoption continues to expand in India; total EV registrations across all vehicle segments (including two-wheelers and three-wheelers) demonstrated year-on-year growth and remain on an upward trajectory.
The February EV market also highlighted early contributions from newcomers like VinFast and the growing role of electrified utility vehicles from both domestic and international brands.
Outlook for EV Car Sales in 2026
The EV car sales February 2026 results suggest a solid foundation for electric passenger vehicle demand in India, even as the market normalises after early-year peaks. With more new EV launches expected throughout 2026 — including refreshed models and expanded lineups — continued growth in EV adoption is anticipated across both urban and semi-urban markets.
Tata Motors’ leadership in EV sales, combined with Mahindra’s rapid growth and entry-level EV introductions from Maruti and others, indicate a maturing market with broader consumer choice and increasing infrastructure support.