In August 2025, the table of top 10 SUVs saw Hyundai Creta finishing on top ahead of Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Fronx, Tata Punch and others The midsize and compact SUV segments once again demonstrated their dominance in August 2025 – though the picture was not entirely rosy for all manufacturers. Leading the pack was the Hyundai Creta, which recorded 15,924 units – slightly down by five per cent from 16,762 units a year ago. Despite the dip, it continues to be the benchmark in the midsize SUV space – proving its long-standing appeal among Indian buyers.
Chasing closely was the Tata Nexon, clocking 14,004 units compared to 12,280 units in August 2024 – registering a healthy rise of fourteen per cent. The Nexon’s strong showing highlights its consistent popularity bolstered by its wide variant lineup comprising petrol, diesel, CNG and EV options.
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza, however, saw a sharp fall of twenty nine per cent, dropping from 19,190 units last year to 13,620 units this August. While still among the top sellers, the decline indicates growing competition from newer rivals, particularly in the sub-four-metre SUV bracket. Interestingly, its sibling, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, held steady at 12,422 units, almost identical to its 12,387 units in August 2024. The Fronx continues to be a steady contributor for Maruti in the compact crossover space.
| Rank | Model | August 2025 | August 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyundai Creta | 15,924 | 16,762 | -5% |
| 2 | Tata Nexon | 14,004 | 12,280 | +14% |
| 3 | Maruti Suzuki Brezza | 13,620 | 19,190 | -29% |
| 4 | Maruti Suzuki Fronx | 12,422 | 12,387 | 0% |
| 5 | Tata Punch | 10,704 | 15,643 | -32% |
| 6 | Mahindra Scorpio | 9,840 | 13,787 | -29% |
| 7 | Toyota Hyryder | 9,100 | 6,534 | +39% |
| 8 | Hyundai Venue | 8,109 | 9,085 | -11% |
| 9 | Kia Sonet | 7,741 | 10,073 | -23% |
| 10 | Mahindra Thar | 6,997 | 4,268 | +64% |
Among the biggest losers was the Tata Punch which slipped by thirty two per cent from 15,643 units in August 2024 to 10,704 units this year. Once a consistent podium finisher, the Punch is feeling the heat from rivals. Similarly, Mahindra Scorpio registered 9,840 units – a steep fall of twenty nine per cent compared to 13,787 units a year ago.
On the brighter side, Toyota’s Hyryder was the clear surprise package, jumping to 9,100 units in August 2025 from 6,534 units last year, marking an impressive thirty nine per cent increase. The surge underscores Toyota’s growing traction in the hybrid space which is slowly but steadily finding acceptance among Indian buyers.
The Hyundai Venue recorded 8,109 units – down by eleven per cent from 9,085 units in August 2024. Despite the dip, it remains a strong contender in the compact SUV segment. The Kia Sonet, however, struggled with 7,741 units versus 10,073 units last year – losing ground with a decline of twenty three percent.
Closing the list was the Mahindra Thar which saw remarkable growth with 6,997 units this August compared to just 4,268 units last year – translating to a sixty four per cent rise. The Thar’s rising numbers reflect its appeal with buyers drawn to its lifestyle positioning as well as the practicality offered by the five-door variant.
