The electric car sales September 2025 figures reveal a historic surge in India’s electric vehicle market, with total shipments jumping 148% year-on-year to 15,135 units versus 6,176 units in September 2024. Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd continues its market dominance, but brands like MG Motor, Mahindra Electric, Kia, and BYD recorded exponential growth, marking a dramatic shift in consumer preferences and industry priorities. India’s EV transition continues on a fast track, driven by new launches, improved charging infrastructure, and strong demand for both affordable and premium electric cars.
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Brand-Wise Electric Car Sales September 2025 Data
The electric car sales September 2025 numbers demonstrate strong growth across both established and emerging EV brands.
| Maker | Sep’24 | Sep’25 | YoY Change% |
|---|---|---|---|
| TATA PASSENGER ELECTRIC MOBILITY LTD | 3,831 | 6,216 | 62% |
| MG MOTOR INDIA PVT LTD | 1,020 | 3,912 | 284% |
| MAHINDRA ELECTRIC AUTOMOBILE LTD | 476 | 3,243 | 581% |
| BYD INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED | 176 | 547 | 211% |
| KIA INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED | 20 | 506 | 2430% |
| HYUNDAI MOTOR INDIA LTD | 29 | 304 | 948% |
| BMW INDIA PVT LTD | 116 | 310 | 167% |
| MERCEDES-BENZ | 86 | 97 | 13% |
| TESLA INDIA MOTORS AND ENERGY PVT LTD | 0 | 64 | – |
| PCA AUTOMOBILES INDIA PVT LTD | 389 | 36 | -91% |
| VOLVO AUTO INDIA PVT LTD | 15 | 23 | 53% |
| AUDI AG | 14 | 0 | -100% |
| PORSCHE AG GERMANY | 3 | 5 | 67% |
| ROLLS ROYCE | 1 | 1 | 0% |
| VINFAST AUTO INDIA PVT LTD | 0 | 6 | – |
| Total | 6176 | 15135 | 148% |
Tata Leads but MG and Mahindra Show Explosive Growth
The electric car sales September 2025 crown remains with Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, which delivered 6,216 cars—up 62% year-on-year. Tata’s leadership is challenged by MG Motor (3,912 units, up 284%) and a sensational rise by Mahindra Electric (3,243 units, up 581%), both brands benefitting from new model launches and growing buyer trust.
Top EV Performers and Drivers:
- Tata: Harrier EV, Nexon EV, Tiago EV, and other familiar favourites continue to dominate mass market adoption.
- MG: Growth enabled by models like Comet EV, ZS EV, and aggressive financing/marketing.
- Mahindra: Rapid rise driven by BE 6 and XEV 9E.
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New Giants and Impressive Pace Setters
Kia India posted a stunning 2,430% increase—moving from 20 units last year to 506 units in September 2025—thanks to the strong push of the EV6 and new launches like Carens EV. Hyundai nearly decoupled its numbers with 304 units and a 948% jump, signifying renewed focus on the Creta EV.
BYD, BMW, and Others:
- BYD more than doubled its sales to 547 (211% growth), appealing to premium, tech-savvy buyers.
- BMW and Mercedes-Benz maintained luxury EV segment interest, with 310 and 97 units respectively.
- Volvo, Porsche, Rolls Royce, and newcomer VinFast all contributed to the segment’s growing variety, showing that EV interest spans from affordable hatchbacks to premium flagships.
New Entrants and Segment Shifts
Tesla and VinFast entered the Indian market with 64 and 6 units respectively—early numbers, but potent signs of growing competition in the premium EV and innovative mobility space.
The sharp drop for PCA Automobiles (Citroen eC3) to just 36 units highlights the growing competitive pressure, infrastructure, and price-related challenges for some international brands.
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Opportunities and Challenges Ahead
With 15,135 electric cars sold in a single month—a new record for the industry—India’s EV market demonstrates its readiness for accelerated adoption. However, charging infrastructure gaps, high upfront costs for certain imports, and sustained supply chain efforts remain hurdles to overcome to sustain this pace.
Upcoming Catalysts:
- Upcoming launches from Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, and Mahindra.
- Anticipated local debuts of global models, further expanding variety.
- Incentive tweaks and longer-range battery developments.
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Conclusion
The electric car sales September 2025 data showcases a robust and rapidly evolving Indian EV landscape, led by Tata and fueled by aggressive rivals like MG, Mahindra, Kia, and international tech brands. With explosive year-on-year market growth of 148%, transformative government policy momentum, and broadening product portfolios, the electric car market in India is poised for even greater advances heading into 2026.