Here is info on sales from Skoda and VW group as of Dec 2025.
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Sales from Skoda and VW group as of Dec 2025:
The last month of the 2025 calendar year gave a clear idea of where Skoda currently stands in the Indian car market, and most of its story revolved around a single model. The Kylaq, its new sub-4-metre SUV, turned out to be the brand’s biggest strength, ending December with 3,668 units sold. This alone made up more than half of Skoda’s total monthly sales of 5,567 units. Compared to November, the Kylaq posted a small but positive 4 per cent growth, showing steady interest from buyers. However, the picture was quite different for the rest of Skoda’s lineup. The Kushaq saw a massive year-on-year drop of 61 per cent, settling at 958 units, even though it did bounce back strongly by 63 per cent compared to November. The Slavia followed a similar pattern, slipping 62 per cent year-on-year to 711 units and also declining 37 per cent month-on-month. On the premium side, the Kodiaq performed better, registering 230 units with a 19 per cent year-on-year rise and a 50 per cent improvement over November. Meanwhile, the Superb and Octavia were practically missing from regular sales. In spite of these mixed results, Skoda still managed a 22 per cent year-on-year growth overall, and that success was largely driven by the Kylaq alone, showing how heavily the brand now depends on this single model.
Volkswagen’s December numbers told a slightly different story. The brand recorded total sales of 4,256 units, which was 11 per cent lower than the same month last year, but it did see a strong 27 per cent rise compared to November. Once again, the Virtus proved to be the backbone of Volkswagen’s lineup. It sold 2,378 units, growing 5 per cent year-on-year and remaining the best-selling midsize sedan in India. The sedan also showed steady momentum by improving 7 per cent over November. However, the Taigun continued to struggle on a yearly basis. It closed the month at 1,778 units, reflecting a 24 per cent drop compared to last year. That said, it did show signs of recovery, with a solid 65 per cent month-on-month growth. The Tiguan remained a niche offering, selling just 100 units, which marked a sharp 49 per cent year-on-year fall. The Golf, on the other hand, did not contribute any meaningful volume. Overall, while Volkswagen’s monthly improvement was encouraging, the year-on-year decline showed that the brand still faces challenges in maintaining consistent demand across its range.
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Looking at both brands together, it is clear that their volume performance mainly depends on their MQB A0 IN platform-based models. These cars form the core of their sales and continue to attract the most buyers. For Skoda, the Kylaq has become the main driver of growth, while for Volkswagen, the Virtus plays that role. However, the heavy dependence on just one or two models also highlights a key risk. If demand for these top-selling vehicles weakens, overall sales could be hit hard. The decline seen in models like the Kushaq, Slavia, Taigun, and Tiguan shows that sustaining interest across the full lineup remains a challenge. Both brands are aware of this and will likely focus on refreshing and updating their midsize SUVs and sedans this year to regain momentum. With better features, updated styling, and improved value, they will aim to strengthen their presence in one of India’s most competitive segments. How well these updates are received will play a big role in shaping their future performance in the market.
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