New Delhi, Jan 1 (NationPress) – As India’s automobile sector stepped into 2026, it did so with a sense of robust confidence. Numerous prominent car manufacturers reported impressive growth and a resurgence in momentum throughout the calendar year 2025.

Despite navigating a year characterized by fluctuating market circumstances, consumer demand steadily increased, particularly in the latter half. This was largely fueled by new vehicle launches, festive-season purchases, and an upswing in consumer confidence.

Luxury automaker Audi India concluded 2025 with retail sales of 4,510 units, bolstered by consistent demand for its SUVs, performance vehicles, and premium models.

Models such as the Audi Q7, Q8, RS Q8 Performance, and S5 Sportback continued to captivate buyers, while popular choices like the Audi Q3, A4, A6, and Q5 maintained steady popularity.

The company noted that regulatory assistance, including GST rationalization, combined with strong festive demand, significantly enhanced customer sentiment.

Looking forward, Audi India is gearing up for an action-packed 2026, featuring new launches, enhanced customer engagement, and initiatives focused on people.

Renault India also celebrated a notable recovery in the latter half of 2025, achieving an impressive 18.2 percent year-on-year increase in H2.

This momentum intensified from Q3, peaking in Q4 with growth exceeding 27 percent.

December 2025 was a standout month for Renault, with sales climbing 33.4 percent year-on-year to reach 3,845 units.

Skoda Auto India marked 2025 as its most successful year, coinciding with the brand’s 25th anniversary in the nation.

The company recorded sales of 72,665 cars, more than doubling its figures from 2024, and achieving a remarkable 107 percent growth.

Kia India wrapped up CY2025 with wholesale sales totaling 280,286 units, reflecting a 15 percent increase over the previous year.

The company celebrated its best-ever December since launching, with sales soaring 105 percent year-on-year to 18,659 units.

The Kia Sonet surpassed the 100,000-unit sales milestone for the second consecutive year, highlighting its dominance in the compact SUV segment.

Kia also continued to expand its footprint across India, reaching 369 cities with 821 dealership points by year-end.

Mahindra & Mahindra concluded December 2025 with record-high sales in SUVs and light commercial vehicles.

The company sold 50,946 SUVs domestically during the month, marking a 23 percent growth, while total vehicle sales, including exports, reached 86,090 units, a 25 percent increase year-on-year.

Sales of commercial vehicles also saw robust growth, driven by sustained demand in the LCV segment. Mahindra indicated that this strong conclusion to 2025 reflects rising consumer confidence and the success of its SUV-led strategy.