Hyundai Posts 51,547 Domestic Sales in September 2025
Hyundai India witnessed an uptick in vehicle sales for September 2025, clocking 51,547 units domestically. While this marks a modest ~1 % year-on-year increase, the month-on-month jump was substantial—sales surged by ~17 % compared to August’s 44,001 units. One key catalyst was the passing of full GST 2.0 tax benefits to customers, enabling price cuts up to ₹75,000.
However, the bigger story lies in the SUV domain, where models such as the Creta and Venue dominated demand.
SUVs Command the Lead
In September, SUVs comprised 72.4 % of Hyundai’s domestic sales—its highest-ever SUV share.
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Creta posted sales of 18,861 units, marking a 19 % YoY growth and an 18 % rise over August. This is its highest-ever monthly tally.
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Venue delivered 11,484 units, its best monthly performance in 20 months, up ~12 % YoY and ~42 % MoM.
Together, they accounted for a large portion of Hyundai’s sales, underlining how central SUVs have become to its growth trajectory.
Model-wise Performance Snapshot
Other Hyundai models had mixed outcomes:
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Exter: 5,643 units — up ~11 % MoM, but down ~18 % YoY
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Aura: 5,387 units — growth of ~21 % YoY, nearly flat MoM
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Grand i10: 4,238 units — MoM +8 %, YoY –17 %
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i20 Elite: 3,884 units — MoM +7 %, YoY –12 %
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Alcazar: 1,234 units — modest MoM gain (~4 %) but steep YoY fall (~54 %)
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Verna: 725 units — declines both YoY (–39 %) and MoM (–6 %)
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Tucson: 85 units — MoM +49 %, though absolute numbers remain low
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IONIQ 5 (EV): 6 units — sharp drop YoY (–81 %) and MoM (–57 %)
Overall, non-SUV models illustrate the pressure Hyundai faces in segments beyond its core SUV strength.
Quarterly Performance & Export Trends
For Q3 2025 (July–September), Hyundai’s domestic sales totaled 1,39,521 units, a 6.76 % dip from Q3 2024’s numbers.
Further bolstering the picture, Hyundai’s exports in September jumped nearly 44 % YoY to ~18,800 units, marking a 33-month high.
This dual growth in exports and domestic SUV share suggests a calibrated balance between external demand and internal supply dynamics.
What Drove September’s Growth
Several factors likely fueled the rise:
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GST 2.0 rate realignment allowed Hyundai to reduce sticker prices significantly.
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Festival season demand amplified buyer urgency.
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Strong SUV preference among Indian consumers—Hyundai’s SUV models absorbed the brunt of buyer interest.
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Export strength provided additional volume and offset some domestic pressures.
Still, despite those positives, Hyundai’s growth remains dependent on sustaining SUV momentum and shoring up weaker segments.
Social Media / Embedded Mention
Hyundai’s sales data was shared via X (Twitter) by RushLane:
Hyundai Sales Breakup Sept 2025 – Creta, Venue, Exter, Aura, Verna, Alcazar, i10, i20 https://t.co/Br5mTplpyn pic.twitter.com/DDhi6EUe7X
— RushLane (@rushlane) October 13, 2025
There was no direct official YouTube video tied to the sales announcement at the time of writing. If Hyundai or its media arms releases a video summary or presentation, embedding it can be a worthwhile addition.
Outlook & Strategic Implications
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Hyundai’s dependency on SUV sales is clearer than ever. The Creta and Venue are now indispensable for volume stability.
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Sedans, compact cars, and EVs require repositioning or refreshed incentives to avoid deeper declines.
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Competitive pricing, feature upgrades, and after-sales support will be critical for sustaining momentum in upcoming months.
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Given strong export growth, Hyundai may continue to lean on global markets to balance its domestic cycles.
As we move forward, watch how Hyundai navigates its non-SUV segments and whether it can maintain or even expand its SUV dominance in 2026.
