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Hyundai back in third spot with 58,701 units sold in May 2025

Hyundai back in third spot with 58,701 units sold in May 2025

India Today02-06-2025
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) reported total monthly sales of 58,701 units in May 2025, comprising 43,861 domestic units and 14,840 export units, back at the third position in India's domestic passenger vehicle market after a three-month stint in fourth place.Hyundai's domestic sales of 43,861 units in May edged out Tata Motors' 41,557 units by a margin of approximately 2,300 units, marking a return to third spot after being overtaken by Mahindra and Tata Motors from February to April 2025. This recovery comes despite a scheduled biannual maintenance shutdown at HMIL's Chennai manufacturing facility, which impacted the availability of key models, according to Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director and Chief Operating Officer, HMIL.advertisement'HMIL's total sales volume for May 2025 stood at 58,701 units,' Garg said. 'May is a month of our routine week-long biannual maintenance shutdown, which affects the availability of a few critical models. We remain optimistic about a steady increase in demand for both domestic and international shipments, supported by reduced geopolitical uncertainties and an improving macroeconomic environment.'
While Hyundai secured third place in domestic sales, its export performance of 14,840 units helped it maintain the overall second position in India's passenger vehicle market, with total sales surpassing Mahindra's 54,819 units (including 2,388 export units). Hyundai's Chennai facility continues to serve as a major manufacturing hub for global markets,Mahindra emerged as the clear second-largest player in the domestic market, recording 52,431 units sold—a 21% year-on-year growth. The company's SUV-focused strategy, with models like the Scorpio-N, XUV700, and Thar, has capitalised on India's growing preference for utility vehicles, establishing a significant lead over Hyundai and Tata Motors.advertisementThe May 2025 rankings highlight the intensifying competition in India's passenger vehicle market. Maruti Suzuki continues to lead with an estimated 40% market share, while Mahindra's domestic share likely exceeds 15%. Hyundai and Tata Motors are vying for 12-13% market share, with Hyundai's diverse portfolio—including the Grand i10, Creta, and Venue—helping it regain ground.Tata Motors, despite its leadership in electric vehicles and strong SUV offerings like the Nexon and Harrier, faced an 11% year-on-year decline, slipping to fourth place domestically. The narrow gap between Hyundai and Tata underscores the fluid nature of the market, where monthly performance significantly influences competitive positioning.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine
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