Tata Motors Ends 2025 with 5.87 Lakh Sales, Third Among OEMs

Tata Motors passenger vehicle sales wrapped up the calendar for FY26 with a confident finish, The solid December performance confirmed Tata Motors’ steady growth over the past few years. The company not only closed the month with double-digit growth but also secured its fifth consecutive year of record annual passenger vehicle sales. It highlights Tata Motors’ shift from a niche domestic brand to a consistent volume-focused automaker.  In December 2025, Tata Motors sold just over 50,500 passenger vehicles across domestic and international markets, marking a clear improvement when compared to December 2024. The growth was largely fueled by domestic demand, which remained steady despite tough competition and seasonal slowdown. Tata has also marked a sharp expansion in overseas markets, though the export volume is still small, yet it is progressive for the brand. 

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Key Highlights

• Tata achieves fifth consecutive record-breaking passenger vehicle sales.
  
• Q3 FY26 sales reached 1,71,103 units, up 22% year-on-year.
  
• December 2025 sales exceed 50,500 units amid strong domestic demand.
  
• EV sales surge to 6,906 units in December 2025.
  
• SUVs, CNG, and petrol variants drive broader product growth.

Strong Q3 Performance

The strong December performance also capped an exceptional third quarter for Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles. In Q3 FY26, the company posted its highest-ever quarterly sales of 1,71,103 units, a sharp jump from 1,39,829 units in the same quarter last year. This translated into a (YOY) Year-On-Year growth of over 22 per cent, reflecting stronger demand, improved supply execution, and better retail traction across domestic and export markets. Sales growth was driven primarily by the domestic market, with exports recording a steep percentage rise from a smaller base. During the quarter, retail registrations exceeded 2 lakh units, reflecting healthy customer traction and smoother sales execution across markets.

Electric Vehicles Sales 

Along with that, Electric vehicles also played a pivotal role in the growth story of Tata Motors. EV sales rose meaningfully to 6,906 in December 2025, compared to 5,562 in December 2024. EV demand strengthened further in the October-December quarter, with sales climbing to 24,103 units in Q3 FY26 compared to 16,119 units in the year-ago period. Although electric vehicles still account for a smaller share of the overall passenger vehicle market, Tata Motors’ ability to steadily scale EV volumes continues to strengthen its leadership position as adoption gradually gathers pace in India.”

Beyond EVs, Tata also benefited from strong demand for SUVs and alternative powertrains. During the quarter, SUV volumes rose steadily, CNG-powered vehicles gained traction, and newer powertrain options helped Tata broaden its appeal across price points and customer profiles. The introduction of petrol variants for larger SUVs and the early response to newer models added incremental support to quarterly volumes. For the full calendar year 2025, Tata Motors sold close to 5.9 lakh passenger vehicles, comfortably surpassing its previous annual highs. Electric vehicles alone contributed more than 80,000 units, marking Tata’s highest-ever EV sales in a single year. While the company finished third overall in cumulative annual volumes, its strong second-half performance suggests that momentum is clearly shifting in its favour.

Growth Beyond Recovery

Looking ahead, Tata Motors enters the final quarter of FY26 with cautious confidence as deliveries of new models increase and more launches are planned. The main challenge will be to keep this momentum going and avoid relying too much on a few models. Still, the combined performance in December 2025 and Q3 FY26 clearly shows that Tata Motors’ passenger vehicle business has moved past recovery and is now growing steadily.

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Verdict 

Tata Motors’ Q3 FY26 and December 2025 performance demonstrate that the company has moved beyond recovery and is building consistent growth. Strong SUV and EV demand, improved retail execution, and a broadening product portfolio signal a shift in market dynamics. If Tata sustains momentum and diversifies beyond key models, it is well-positioned to challenge the industry’s top players in the coming year