India’s electric car market is charging ahead, but April 2025 brought a dramatic shift in the leaderboard. While Tata Motors still leads, its dominance is slipping as MG Motor and Mahindra post record gains, reshaping the EV landscape.
India’s EV Market: April 2025 Snapshot
April 2025 saw electric car sales soar to 12,330 units, up 58% from 7,783 units in April 2024. This is the highest year-on-year (YoY) growth in the last three years, reflecting growing consumer confidence and a wider range of EV options across both entry-level and premium segments.
Tata Motors: Still #1, But Losing Ground
Tata Motors sold 4,461 EVs in April 2025, down 14% from 5,172 units a year ago. Its market share dropped sharply to 36% from 61% last year. While Tata’s current lineup—Nexon EV, Punch EV, Curvv EV, Tiago EV, and Tigor EV—remains popular, the brand is banking on upcoming launches like the Harrier EV, Sierra EV, Altroz EV, and Avinya X to regain momentum.
MG Motor: Windsor EV Powers Explosive Growth
MG Motor surged to second place with 3,488 units sold, a massive 175% YoY jump from 1,268 units. Its market share now stands at 28%. The MG Windsor EV is the star performer, crossing 20,000 units since its September 2024 launch. MG’s innovative Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) ownership model and the new Windsor Pro with a larger battery have fueled this success.
Mahindra: New Models Drive Record Gains
Mahindra’s EV sales skyrocketed to 3,002 units, up 348% from just 670 units last year. Its market share now sits at 24%. The new XEV 9e and BE 6 models, with best-in-class range, advanced features, and a lifetime battery warranty for first owners, have created a buzz—so much so that waiting periods stretch up to six months.
Hyundai and BYD: Fastest Growth Rates
Hyundai posted the highest YoY growth at 654%, selling 686 units (up from 91 last year), thanks mainly to the Creta Electric. Its market share is now 6%. BYD followed with 350 units (up 123%), holding a 3% share. Other brands like Citroen and Kia remain niche players for now.
Luxury EVs: BMW Leads, Mercedes and Volvo Decline
The luxury EV segment saw a slight dip, with 253 units sold (down from 257 last year). BMW leads with 128 units (up 117%), while Mercedes and Volvo saw declines. Porsche, Audi, Rolls-Royce, and JLR posted minimal numbers.
April 2025 Electric Car Sales Table
| Brand | April 2025 Sales | April 2024 Sales | YoY Growth | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tata | 4,461 | 5,172 | -14% | 36% |
| MG Motor | 3,488 | 1,268 | +175% | 28% |
| Mahindra | 3,002 | 670 | +348% | 24% |
| Hyundai | 686 | 91 | +654% | 6% |
| BYD | 350 | 157 | +123% | 3% |
| Citroen | 48 | — | — | — |
| Kia | 31 | — | — | — |
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FAQs
Q1: Why did Tata’s EV sales decline in April 2025?
Tata’s sales dropped due to increased competition and a lack of new launches, but upcoming models may help it recover.
Q2: What drove MG Motor’s growth?
The Windsor EV, innovative BaaS ownership, and the new Windsor Pro with a larger battery pack were key drivers.
Q3: How did Mahindra achieve such high growth?
The new XEV 9e and BE 6 models, with advanced features and a lifetime battery warranty, attracted strong demand.
Q4: Which brand had the highest YoY growth?
Hyundai posted the highest YoY growth at 654%, mainly due to the Creta Electric.
Q5: How did luxury EVs perform?
BMW led the luxury segment with 128 units, while Mercedes and Volvo saw declines.
India’s electric car market is evolving fast, with MG and Mahindra closing in on Tata’s lead. As new models and ownership options hit the roads, the race for EV dominance is only getting more exciting.
