March was yet another happening month for the Indian automotive industry with many developments taking place in the past 30 days. Let us take a look at the top 5 passenger vehicle (PV) brands that kept trending in Google in the month of March 2025.
Maruti Suzuki
Maruti Suzuki remains the undisputed leader in the passenger vehicle (PV) market of India. Recently, the Indo-Japanese carmaker. Over the past 30 days, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. announced a price increase of up to 4% across its car models, effective from April 2025, to offset rising raw material and operational costs. During the same period, Maruti has launched two models: Tour S based on the new-gen Dzire and the updated Alto K10 with 6 airbags.
Hyundai
Like Maruti, Hyundai Motor India has announced a price increase of up to 3% across its car models, effective from April 2025, to offset rising raw material and operational costs. The company also outlined plans to expand its public fast-charging stations to 600 by 2031, up from 50 in 2024, enhancing support for electric vehicles..\ The last big model launched by Hyundai was the Creta Electric in January this year.
Mahindra & Mahindra
Mahindra & Mahindra achieved a monumental feat by becoming the second-largest carmaker in the country recording 50,420 dispatches in February. The company has had multiple new launches in the past couple of months which continue to trend online including its Electric Origin SUVs: XEV 9e and BE 6. Additionally, the company launched the XUV700 Ebony Limited Edition last week, adding to the list of special edition models available in its lineup.
Tata Motors
In the past 30 days, Tata Motors announced a price increase for its passenger vehicles, including electric models, effective from April 2025, marking the second hike this year due to rising input costs. Additionally, the company appointed actor Vicky Kaushal as the brand ambassador for its passenger and electric vehicle segments, launching the “Take the Curvv” campaign to promote the upcoming Tata Curvv SUV. These developments reflect Tata Motors’ strategic efforts to navigate cost pressures and enhance its market presence.​
Kia
Over the past 30 days, Kia India announced a price increase of up to 3% across its vehicle lineup, effective from April 2025, to offset rising input costs. The company also organized a nationwide ownership service camp, offering complimentary 36-point vehicle health checks, AC disinfectant, and car wash services. Additionally, Kia expanded its network to 522 touchpoints across 236 cities, aiming to enhance customer accessibility and support.
