Quick Highlights:
- India’s passenger EV sales rose 77.04% YoY in 2025 to 176,817 units
- EV penetration in passenger vehicles increased to 4.0% from 2.4%
- Tata Motors retained market leadership with 70,004 EVs sold
- Mahindra, MG Motor, and Hyundai recorded multi-fold growth driven by new launches
India’s EV Sales Jump 77% in 2025, FADA Data Shows
India’s passenger electric vehicle (EV) market witnessed a sharp acceleration in 2025, with retail sales rising 77.04% year-on-year, underscoring the rapid mainstreaming of electric mobility across the country. According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), total passenger EV retail volumes climbed to 176,817 units in calendar year 2025, compared to 99,875 units in 2024.
As a result, EV penetration in the passenger vehicle segment improved to 4.0%, up from 2.4% a year earlier, driven by higher demand for mass-market electric models and a growing lineup of electric SUVs.
Industry Outlook and Policy Push
Commenting on the trend, CS Vigneshwar, President, FADA, said that 2025 marked a turning point for India’s electrification journey. He noted that EV adoption is now scaling across segments, supported by improved product offerings and lower total cost of ownership. However, he emphasized the need for stronger charging infrastructure, policy continuity, and wider retail financing access to sustain growth and expand EV adoption pan-India.
Tata Motors Maintains Leadership
Tata Motors’ EV arm, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM), continued to dominate the passenger EV space in 2025. The company retailed 70,004 electric vehicles, registering a 13.28% YoY growth. Demand remained strong for high-volume models such as the Nexon EV, Punch EV, and Tiago EV, while the Harrier EV, launched last year, saw a promising start in the market.
JSW MG Motor India Emerges as No. 2
JSW MG Motor India secured the second position among passenger EV manufacturers, with retail sales more than doubling to 51,387 units. Growth was largely driven by the MG Windsor EV, which crossed the 50,000-unit sales milestone, along with continued demand for the MG Comet EV and ZS EV across both private and fleet buyers.
Mahindra Records Nearly Five-Fold Growth
Mahindra & Mahindra posted one of the strongest growth trajectories in 2025, with passenger EV retail volumes surging nearly five-fold to 33,513 units. The spike followed the launch of its electric-origin models, the Mahindra XEV 9e and BE6, which together crossed 30,000 units in just seven months after their March 2025 debut. The company also introduced the seven-seater XEV 9S, with customer deliveries scheduled to begin in January 2026.
Hyundai and Kia Post Sharp Gains
Hyundai Motor India reported retail sales of 6,726 EVs, marking a massive 635.89% YoY increase, supported by the launch of the Hyundai Creta Electric. Kia India also delivered strong growth, with EV sales rising to 2,730 units from 415 units in the previous year, driven by demand for the Carens Clavis EV.
BYD India and Luxury EV Performance
BYD India recorded retail volumes of 5,402 units, achieving an 88.29% YoY growth, led by models such as the Atto 3, eMax 7 MPV, and performance-oriented Seal and Sealion.
In the luxury segment, BMW India sold 3,195 EVs, registering a robust 160% YoY growth, supported by models like the iX1 Long Wheelbase and i7 electric sedan. Mercedes-Benz India saw a relatively modest 22% YoY increase to 1,168 units, while Volvo Auto India experienced a decline to 389 units, despite launching the EX30 SUV.
Data Coverage and Methodology
FADA stated that the CY25 retail data was compiled on 3 January 2026, covering 1,401 out of 1,459 RTOs nationwide, with Telangana excluded from the dataset.
FAQs
Q. How much did India’s passenger EV sales grow in 2025?
India’s passenger EV sales increased 77.04% year-on-year in 2025, reaching 176,817 units, according to FADA data.
Q. What was the EV penetration rate in India’s passenger vehicle segment in 2025?
EV penetration in the passenger vehicle segment rose to 4.0% in 2025, up from 2.4% in 2024.
Q. Which company led the Indian passenger EV market in 2025?
Tata Motors, through Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, led the market with 70,004 EVs sold during the year.
Q. Which automakers recorded the fastest EV growth in 2025?
Mahindra & Mahindra, JSW MG Motor India, and Hyundai Motor India recorded some of the fastest growth rates, driven by new electric SUV launches and expanded portfolios.
