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  • Skoda Auto India Sales: 5 Lakh Units Sold; 90 Per Cent November Growth

    Skoda Auto India Sales

    Skoda Auto India continues to strengthen the brand’s performance trajectory as the company achieves a landmark 5 lakh units sold in India, marking a significant achievement in its 25th anniversary year. (Skoda Auto India Sales)

    In November 2025, the automaker reported sales of 5,491 units, reflecting an exceptional 90% year-on-year growth. The company has also registered its highest-ever sales in the first ten months of 2025.

    Skoda Auto India Sales Milestone Driven by Network Growth and Product Strength

    Commenting on the milestone, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, said the combination of an expanding nationwide network, value-focused ownership programs, and a diversified product lineup has powered the brand’s upward momentum.

    Also Read: Skoda Auto India Sales Hit Record High in 2025, Crossing 61,000 Units in 10 Months

    He added that the company aims to sustain this growth by strengthening customer engagement and enhancing accessibility.

    Sedan Legacy Reinforced with Octavia and Slavia Models

    A key contributor to the Skoda Auto India Sales Milestone is the company’s strong sedan heritage. The Octavia, with a global legacy of 130 years and 25 years in India, continues to be a notable nameplate.

    The return of the Octavia RS – one of India’s oldest sedan nameplates – marked a significant moment, with all allocated units selling out within 20 minutes of bookings opening. Alongside, the Slavia sedan, available in 1.0 TSI and 1.5 TSI variants, continues to drive sedan adoption in the market.

    Also Read: Skoda Customer Touchpoints in Pune Expand with Three New Facilities

    SUV Portfolio Supporting the Skoda Auto India Sales Milestone

    Škoda Auto India’s SUV offerings, priced between ₹7.5 lakh and ₹45.9 lakh, have played a pivotal role in reaching the Škoda Auto India Sales Milestone.

    The Kodiaq, introduced in 2017, remains a strong luxury 4×4 offering in its segment.

    The Kushaq, built on the made-for-India MQB-A0-IN platform, has earned a 5-star safety rating for both adult and child occupants under Global NCAP’s latest standards.

    The Kylaq SUV also achieved a full 5-star rating in Bharat NCAP safety tests.

    With a growing product portfolio and customer-focused programs, Škoda Auto India now operates more than 320 customer touchpoints across 180 cities, reinforcing its strong growth outlook in its silver jubilee year.

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    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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