Tata Leads India’s EV Race In 2025; MG Close Behind, Mahindra Secures Third

New Delhi:  The electric vehicle market is changing rapidly in 2025, and with sales picking up pace, this year's registration figures have made the direction of the market clear. According to the latest data from the government portal Vahan, Tata Motors Passenger Electric Mobility is going to become the company selling the largest number of electric cars in the country this year.

After Tata, JSW MG Motor India is at second place, and Mahindra Electric Automobile is at third place, while Hyundai Motor India and BYD India are included in the top 5.

Why is Tata so ahead?

According to the report, Tata will remain at number 1 this year with the registration of 65,264 electric cars.
There are two big reasons for this:

• Cheap and accessible portfolio—continuous demand for Punch EV and Nexon EV
• Segment Coverage—From affordable models to high-segment options like Harrier EV

That means Tata covered the hatchback, SUV, and mid-size market, due to which customer confidence increased.

What is MG's strategy?

The registration of MG Motor, which is at second place, is estimated to be 50,356 units. MG's portfolio is limited, but the Windsor EV and Comet EV have given the company a strong position.

• Windsor EV: Price around Nexon EV
• Comet EV: Among the most popular compact EVs in the urban market

Is Mahindra focused on the premium EV market?

Mahindra will be at third place with 29,917 registrations. Mahindra's focus in the EV market is on premium and mid-size SUVs, such as:

• BE 6
• XEV 9e
• XEV 9s

Because of these models, Mahindra is strengthening its hold in the premium segment rather than the volume game.

What is the Hyundai and BYD situation?

Hyundai has made its place in the top 5 on the basis of just one model (Creta EV), while BYD has shown continuous growth in the premium segment.

VinFast vs. Tesla: Who won?

An interesting competition is seen in the data between VinFast and Tesla.

• VinFast: 798 units (local assembly advantage)
• Tesla: 223 units (price around Rs 60 lakh, import duty heavy)

That means Tesla's high price and limited supply are not allowing it to gain momentum.

What is the truth about luxury EVs?

Big companies like Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Porsche, and Volvo are still in the niche market.
There are a very limited number of sales, but these show that India's luxury EV market is still in its early stages.

Did Tata Motors capture the biggest market?

Figures for 2025 show that Tata captured the largest market. MG and Mahindra secured their place in their respective segments. Hyundai and BYD being in the top 5 showed that competition will increase. Tesla and VinFast still have a long way to go.  India's EV market is no longer just a trend but is becoming a part of the mainstream automobile industry. In the coming year, cheaper models, technology to improve range, and charging networks will decide how far this speed can go.