Hyundai India Car Sales Dip by 11 Percent in August 2025

Hyundai India reported its sales figures for August 2025, revealing a decline in both total and domestic sales but an increase in exports. The total passenger vehicle sales reached 60,501 units, down 4.23% from last year. Domestic sales fell to 44,001 units, marking an 11.15% decrease. Conversely, exports surged to 16,500 units, reflecting a significant 20.87% growth.

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Hyundai India Car Sales Dip by 11 Percent in August 2025

Hyundai India has released its car sales data for August 2025. The data shared by the automaker highlights that the company has experienced a fall in domestic and total sales, but on the plus side the company has posted growth in exports. In August 2025 the company managed to sell over sixty thousand units of passenger vehicles.

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How did Hyundai's domestic sales in August 2025 compare to the previous year?

In August 2025, Hyundai's domestic sales fell to 44,001 units, marking an 11.15% decline from the 49,525 units sold in August 2024. This drop indicates a continuing trend of decreasing domestic demand for Hyundai vehicles in the Indian market.

What trends have been observed in Hyundai's export sales over the past year?

Hyundai's export sales have shown a positive trend, with a notable 20.87% increase in August 2025 compared to the same month in the previous year. The company exported 16,500 units in August 2025, up from 13,650 units in August 2024, indicating a growing acceptance of Hyundai's products in global markets.

What strategies has Hyundai implemented to boost its sales despite the decline in the domestic market?

Hyundai has focused on enhancing its export capabilities and establishing India as a strategic manufacturing base for emerging economies. The company aims to become Hyundai’s largest export hub outside South Korea, leveraging the 'Make in India' initiative to increase global market penetration.

How have other competitors like Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors fared in comparison to Hyundai's sales trends?

Similar to Hyundai, other major players such as Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors have also reported declines in their monthly passenger vehicle sales. Hyundai's drop was particularly pronounced, with a double-digit decline, while other competitors experienced varying degrees of sales decreases.

What impact have SUVs had on Hyundai's overall sales performance?

SUVs have been a significant growth driver for Hyundai, accounting for 66.8% of its domestic sales in 2024. Models like the Creta and Venue have contributed heavily to maintaining sales volumes, even as overall domestic sales have declined.

Hyundai Car Sales Report: August 2025

Hyundai India managed to sell a total of 60,501 units of passenger vehicles (including PVs sold domestically plus exports from India) in August 2025. This sales figure represents a fall in year-on-year total monthly passenger vehicle sales by 2,674 units which further translates into a 4.23 percent decline in year-on-year total monthly passenger vehicle sales. In August 2024 Hyundai posted a total passenger vehicle sales of 63,175 units.
In August 2025 Hyundai managed to sell 44,001 units of passenger vehicles domestically in the Indian market. This sales figure represents a year-on-year decline in monthly domestic passenger vehicles sales by 5,524 units which further translates into a 11.15 percent decline in year-on-year monthly domestic passenger vehicle sales. In August 2024 Hyundai posted a domestic passenger vehicle sales of 49,525 units.
Last month Hyundai exported 16,500 units of passenger vehicles from India. This represents a year-on-year increase in monthly passenger vehicle exports by 2,850 units which further translates into a 20.87 percent year-on-year increase in monthly passenger vehicle exports. In August 2024 Hyundai exported 13,650 units of passenger vehicles.

Management's Viewpoint

Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director and Chief Operating Officer, HMIL said, “Transcending geographical boundaries, we at Hyundai Motor India take immense pride in ‘Make in India’ and continue delivering world-class, value-driven products that are tailored for global markets. Our goal is to establish India as a strategic manufacturing base for emerging economies and to become Hyundai’s largest export hub outside South Korea. This ambition is gaining strong traction month on month. Our exports grew by an impressive 21% year-on-year in August 2025.”
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