The sedan segment in July 2025 presented a mixed picture as familiar names continued to dominate yet faced distinct sales challenges. While the overall market sentiment remains subdued with many sedans recording negative growth, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire cemented its position firmly on top, showcasing robust demand amid shifting consumer preferences. Let’s take a closer look at the detailed performance of the top 10 sedans in India during July 2025.
Maruti Suzuki Dzire Continues Its Dominance
Leading the pack, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire commanded the segment with sales of 20,895 units in July 2025, marking an impressive 79 percent year-on-year (YoY) increase from 11,647 units sold in July 2024. This surge is largely attributed to the continuous popularity of the latest generation Dzire, which has resonated well with buyers looking for a compact sedan offering reliability, fuel efficiency, and low maintenance costs. The Dzire’s strong performance reinforces its status as the best-selling sedan in its class and underscores the brand’s dominance in the segment.
Hyundia Aura and Honda Amaze Maintain Their Spots
The Hyundai Aura held onto the second position with 4,636 units sold, although it recorded a slight 3 percent dip compared to last year’s 4,757 units. Despite this minor decline, the Aura remains a favorite among buyers seeking a stylish sedan with modern features.
Coming in third, the Honda Amaze faced more pronounced challenges, with 2,009 units sold in July 2025, reflecting a 14 percent decrease from 2,327 units in July 2024. This slowdown indicates a reduced demand, potentially influenced by growing interest in SUVs and premium hatchbacks.
Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia Show Positive Momentum
The Volkswagen Virtus experienced marginal growth, selling 1,797 units compared to 1,766 units last year, marking a 2 percent increase. The Virtus continues to appeal to buyers favoring German engineering and premium features in the midsize sedan segment.
More notable was the performance of the Skoda Slavia, which posted a robust 47 percent YoY jump with 1,168 units sold compared to 793 units in July 2024. This rise signals growing consumer confidence in the Slavia’s blend of style, performance, and value.
Volumes Dip for Tata Tigor, Hyundai Verna, and Honda City
In contrast, some well-known sedans faced challenging times. The Tata Tigor witnessed a steep 35 percent sales decline, dropping to 968 units from 1,495 units last year. Similarly, the Hyundai Verna struggled with a 42 percent decrease, recording 826 units against 1,420 units previously.
The Honda City, once the segment leader, continues to see its numbers dwindle with a 32 percent fall, selling 646 units compared to 957 units in the previous year. This decline further reflects evolving buyer choices and increased competition within midsize sedans.
Lower Volume Sedans: Maruti Suzuki Ciaz and Toyota Camry
Within the lower-volume segment, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz saw the steepest drop of 71 percent, with only 173 units sold down from 603 units last year, pointing to waning consumer interest in the model.
On a brighter note, the Toyota Camry bucked this trend with a healthy 28 percent sales increase, moving 161 units up from 126 units previously. This premium sedan’s growth highlights Toyota’s stronghold in the luxury sedan niche.
Analysis: Changing Customer Preferences and Market Trends
The divergence in performance across the sedan segment in July 2025 reveals a shift in customer preferences. While compact sedans like the Dzire continue to attract significant demand, many midsize sedans are facing headwinds, partly due to rising consumer interest in SUVs, which offer greater space and a commanding driving position.
The market’s evolving dynamics suggest automakers need to continue innovating in terms of design, features, and powertrains—especially focusing on hybrid and electric options—to capture the attention of a discerning buyer base increasingly drawn to SUVs.
Conclusion
July 2025’s sales figures portray a sedan segment in transition. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire solidifies its leadership with remarkable growth, and models like the Skoda Slavia show promising upward momentum. However, other stalwarts like the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Tata Tigor are grappling with shrinking sales as the industry witness a gradual tilt towards SUVs.
For prospective buyers, the current sedan landscape offers a wide range of options, from the reliable and fuel-efficient compact Dzire to premium choices like the Volkswagen Virtus and Toyota Camry. At the same time, manufacturers must assess market trends to remain competitive in a changing automotive environment.
