Kia India posted a solid performance in March 2025, selling 25,525 units, a 19.3% year-on-year (YoY) increase from 21,400 units in March 2024. The Kia car sales March 2025 India data also reflects a 1.99% month-on-month (MoM) rise from 25,026 units in February 2025, driven by its SUV-heavy lineup.
Key Sales Data
Sales Breakdown
The Sonet led with a 30% share (7,658 units), followed by the Seltos at 26% (6,637 units), Carens at 22% (5,616 units), and Syros at 20% (5,105 units). The Carnival, EV9, and EV6 added 2% (~509 units). Since its launch, the Syros has sold 15,986 units, boosting Kia’s growth. For FY25, Kia’s sales reached 2,55,207 units, up 4% YoY.
Rival Comparison
Kia trailed Mahindra in the SUV segment, with Mahindra selling 48,048 SUVs (up 18% YoY) in March 2025, nearly double Kia’s estimated 25,015 UV units. Maruti Suzuki led overall with 1,92,984 units (up 3% YoY), including 61,097 UVs, while Hyundai sold 58,727 units in February 2025 (March data unavailable). Kia’s UV sales were competitive but lagged behind Mahindra and Maruti in volume.
Market Insights
Kia’s 19.3% YoY growth is impressive, but its EV sales (EV6 and EV9) remain minimal. Meanwhile, Tata Motors holds a 56% EV market share in India’s 1.96 million-unit EV market in FY2025. Kia must accelerate its EV strategy to compete, especially as Mahindra also lags in this space.
Final Thoughts
The Kia car sales March 2025 India figures highlight its SUV strength, but Kia trails Mahindra and Maruti in UV volume. Can Kia bridge the EV gap to stay competitive? The coming months will reveal its trajectory.
Also Read: Kia EV6 Facelift Hits India at Rs 65.9 Lakh: 663km Range
