India’s electric 4W sales report industry posted 15,437 unit sales in July 2025. It is a 93% year-over-year (YoY) spike and an 11% month-over-month (MoM) uptick. The segment’s market penetration also climbed to 4.8% of total 4W passenger vehicle sales. A significant rise from 4.6% in June and 2.5% last year.
4W Sales Report: Key Highlights and OEM Performance
- Tata Motors retained the leadership position by selling 6,019 units. Holding a market share of 38%, although this share has declined from a year ago’s 67% because of growing competition.
- JSW MG Motor India shot up to the second spot, selling 5,061 units and enhancing its market share to 32% from 16% YoY.
- Mahindra & Mahindra reported 2,810 units and doubled its market share to 17% as new models (BE6, XEV 9e) started deliveries.
- Hyundai sold 610 units, partially supported by the new Creta Electric and Ioniq 5.
- While BYD contributed 457 units; both have approximately 2% segment share.
- Kia India posted its best-ever month with 57 units sold, with new mass-market launches.
- Citroen has added 41 units but posted lowest-in-year sales.
- In the premium EV category, BMW topped the list with 233 units. Followed by Mercedes-Benz with 85 units and Volvo (41 units).
4W Sales Report: Industry Trends and Analyst Observations:
- The trend mirrors rising consumer acceptance, rising model diversity, and wider charging infrastructure in India. Especially in Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities.
- Tata, MG, and Mahindra continue to lead the segment volume and awareness. Tata’s broader EV lineup enables them to maintain top position even with declining market share.
- The sharp sales boost for MG is thanks to aggressive new models and dealership pushes.
Market Penetration and Growth
- E4W penetration reached 4.8% in July 2025.
- Overall passenger EVs sold from Jan-July 2025: 90,639 units
- Premium EVs have a steady 3% market share with robust YoY growth, reflecting growing premium takes.
ELCTRIK Speaks
July 2025 was an important milestone for India’s electric four-wheeler industry. reflecting robust sales growth, increasing market penetration, and vibrant changes in OEM leadership. The encouraging industry trend, fueled by increasing consumer adoption. Improved infrastructure, presents smooth sailing for electric 4Ws in the Indian auto industry. This trend foreshadows a bright future for EV penetration in both mass-market and luxury segments.
