August 2025 was a power-packed month for Indian car buyers, with fresh launches, facelifts, and limited editions across brands. While Renault, Mercedes, and Volvo headlined with major launches, other carmakers like Hyundai, Skoda, BMW, Toyota, Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Nissan, and Citroën joined in with special editions and new trims.
If you missed the updates, here’s a quick recap of all new cars launched in August 2025 in India.
Major New Car Launches in August 2025
1. Renault Kiger Facelift
- Price Range: ₹5.76 – 10.33 lakh
- Engines: 1.0L NA petrol (72hp), 1.0L turbo-petrol (100hp)
- Highlights: Cosmetic tweaks inside & out, carried-over engines
2. Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Coupe
- Price: ₹1.35 crore
- Engine: 3.0L twin-turbo petrol (449hp, 4.2s 0–100 km/h)
- Top Speed: 250 km/h (270 km/h with AMG pack)
- Positioned above the CLE 300 Cabriolet.
3. Volvo XC60 Facelift
- Price: ₹67.11 lakh
- Engine: 2.0L turbo-petrol (250hp)
- Updates: Subtle design and feature upgrades
Special Editions & New Variants
| Brand | Model | Edition/Variant | Price (₹ lakh) | Engine | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai | Creta | King, King Knight, King Limited | 17.27 – 20.20 | 1.5L NA, 1.5L Diesel, 1.5L Turbo | 10-year celebration trims with new styling |
| Nissan | Magnite | Kuro Edition | 7.6 – 9.94 | 1.0L NA (72hp), 1.0L Turbo (100hp) | Blacked-out design |
| Maruti Suzuki | Grand Vitara | Phantom Blaq | +1.05 lakh over Alpha+ | 1.5L Petrol Hybrid (116hp) | Dealer-level cosmetic package |
| Mahindra | BE 6 | Batman Edition | 27.79 | EV – 79kWh, 286hp | DC Comics collab, 999 units sold out |
| Skoda | Kylaq | Limited Edition | 10.34 – 11.84 | 1.0L Turbo (115hp) | 25th anniversary special, 500 units |
| Skoda | Kushaq & Slavia | Anniversary Editions | 15.82 – 17.70 | 1.0L & 1.5L Turbo | Monte Carlo-based, 500 units each |
| Toyota | Camry | Sprint Edition | 47.48 | 2.5L Petrol Hybrid (230hp) | Dealer kit, sportier look |
| Citroën | C3 X | New Shine Trim | 7.91 – 10.15 | 1.2L NA (82hp), 1.2L Turbo (110hp) | Replaces Shine variant |
| BMW | 3 Series | 330Li & M340i 50 Jahre Editions | 64.00 & 76.90 | 2.0L (258hp), 3.0L (374hp) | Limited to 50 units each |
| BMW | X5 | M Sport Pro | 1.13 (petrol), 1.15 (diesel) | 3.0L Turbo Petrol (381hp), 3.0L Diesel (286hp) | Exterior & interior updates |
Market Snapshot – August 2025 Launches
Launch Segment Share (by count)
SUVs ████████████ 65%
Sedans ██████ 25%
EVs/Hybrids ██ 10%
- SUVs dominated August 2025 with 65% of all launches.
- Hybrids & EVs continued their upward trend with Grand Vitara, Camry, and Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition.
- Premium market saw Mercedes, Volvo, and BMW expand their luxury portfolios.
FAQs on August 2025 Car Launches
Q1: Which was the most affordable launch in August 2025?
👉 The Renault Kiger facelift, starting at ₹5.76 lakh.
Q2: Which was the most expensive car launched?
👉 The Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Coupe at ₹1.35 crore.
Q3: Were there any special editions tied to anniversaries?
👉 Yes, the Hyundai Creta King (10-year celebration) and Skoda 25th Anniversary Editions.
Q4: Which EVs were launched?
👉 The Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition, an EV with 286hp and 79kWh battery.
Q5: How many limited units were offered in August?
👉 BMW (50 units each for 330Li & M340i) + Mahindra BE 6 (999 units) + Skoda special editions (500 each).
August 2025 – A Festive Build-Up Month
August 2025 proved to be diverse and festive-ready, from affordable facelifts like the Renault Kiger to luxury icons like the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Coupe and BMW X5 M Sport Pro. With special editions across brands, the market is clearly gearing up for the festive season car rush in India.