Renault & Nissan Sales Figures Look Contrasting

Published: Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 18:29 [IST]

The month of September 2025 brought mixed fortunes for alliance partners Renault and Nissan in India. While Renault climbed to 10th position on the OEM sales chart with a modest rise in market share, Nissan slipped to 12th, continuing its reliance on a single model.

Renault's market share stood at 1.1%, marking a 0.2% year-on-year (YoY) improvement, while Nissan's share declined to 0.4%, down from 0.6% in September 2024.

Renault currently sells three models - Triber, Kiger, and Kwid, whereas Nissan's domestic sales are sustained solely by the Magnite. However, both brands are gearing up for new launches, with the Renault Tekton SUV confirmed for Q2 2026, and Nissan planning an all-new C-segment SUV and 7-seater MPV by mid-2026.

Renault India: Steady Growth Led By Triber

Model	Sep 2025 Sales	Sep 2024 Sales	YoY Growth	Aug 2025 Sales	MoM Growth
Triber	2,587	1,538	+68%	1,870	+38%
Kiger	1,166	988	+18%	912	+28%
Kwid	512	691	-26%	235	+118%
Total	4,265	3,217	+33%	3,015	+41%

Renault recorded 4,265 units in September 2025 - a 33% YoY increase and a 41% month-on-month (MoM) jump. The brand's consistent focus on affordable, feature-rich models continues to resonate well with Indian car buyers.

The Triber remained Renault's star performer, contributing over 60% of total sales. The recently facelifted Kiger also performed strongly following its August 2025 launch, while the Kwid saw a surprising MoM recovery, likely buoyed by anticipation for the upcoming Kwid EV, recently spotted testing on Indian roads.

Q3 2025 Witnesses Growth

Model	Q3 2025 Sales	Q3 2024 Sales	YoY Growth	Contribution
Triber	6,444	4,508	+42.9%	65%
Kiger	2,399	2,666	-10%	24%
Kwid	1,012	1,893	-46%	10%
Total	9,855	9,067	+8.7%	—

For Q3 2025, Renault sold 9,855 units, reflecting a steady 8.7% YoY growth.
The Triber's 42.9% growth underscores its success as a value-for-money compact MPV, while the Kiger faced mild pressure amid rising SUV competition. The Kwid continued to see demand erosion, as buyers shift preferences toward SUVs.

Overall, Renault maintained its footing in the budget-friendly multi-utility space, anchored by the Triber's growing popularity.

Nissan India: Magnite Holds Fort

Model	Sep 2025 Sales	Sep 2024 Sales	YoY Growth	Aug 2025 Sales	MoM Growth
Magnite	1,652	2,100	-21%	1,382	+19%

Nissan India sold 1,652 units of the Magnite in September 2025, marking a 21% YoY decline. However, month-on-month sales grew 19%, thanks to the price reduction of up to ₹1 lakh under the GST 2.0 structure. The festive season promotions and attractive pricing helped the Magnite regain short-term momentum.

Q3 2025

Model	Q3 2025 Sales	Q3 2024 Sales	YoY Growth	Contribution
Magnite	4,456	6,387	-30.2%	100%
X-Trail	0	19	—	—
Total	4,456	6,406	-30.2%	—

Nissan's Q3 2025 performance saw total volumes drop 30.2% YoY to 4,456 units, entirely driven by the Magnite. The X-Trail, which sold marginally last year, recorded no domestic sales this quarter.

Despite the slump, Nissan is optimistic about a revival in 2026, led by its new SUV lineup, including the Tekton and a 7-seater MPV based on Renault's Triber platform. Additionally, CNG-compatible variants of the Magnite are expected to attract value-conscious buyers in the highly competitive sub-compact SUV segment.

DriveSpark Thinks

Both Renault and Nissan are now preparing for a significant product offensive in 2026. Renault Tekton SUV which is slated for Q2 2026 launch, and Nissan C-SUV and 7-Seater MPV, both of which are expected by mid-2026.

With new products, refreshed lineups, and the benefits of GST 2.0 pricing, the alliance aims to strengthen its foothold in India's evolving SUV market - setting the stage for a potential turnaround next year.