BMW has launched the upgraded X5 in India. Produced at BMW’s group plant in Chennai, the SUV is available in petrol and diesel variants. It is priced at INR 9.39 million for the xDrive40i xLine variant, INR 10.4 million for the xDrive40i M Sport variant, INR 9.59 million for the xDrive30d xLine variant and 10.6 million for the xDrive30d M Sport variant. 

Laced with twin-turbo technology, the powertrains of the X5 include a 381 bhp three-litre six-cylinder petrol engine on the xDrive40i variants with a 0 to 100 kmph acceleration figure of 5.4 seconds, and a 286 bhp three-litre six-cylinder diesel engine on the xDrive30d variants with a 0 to 100 kmph acceleration figure of 6.1 seconds. Both the powertrains feature a 48-volt electrical motor with a power output of 12 hp and torque output of 200 Nm. The motor helps to better efficiency and dynamics. 

Coupled with either powertrain of the two powertrains is an eight-speed ‘steptronic’ auto transmission, which offers distinct driving setups in both automatic and manual mode such as comfort, efficient, sport and sport plus. The driveline of the X5 is made up of an intelligent all-wheel drive set up which monitors the driving situation and quickly responds to maintain maximum traction, agility and vehicle stability.  

Equipped with electronically controlled ‘automatic differential brakes/locks’ (ADB-X), extended ‘dynamic traction control’ (DTC), hill-start assist and hill descent control, the upgraded X5 gets an adaptive two-axle air suspension. This enables the SUV to raise or lower the vehicle height with the touch of a button. The height is also automatically adjusted to suit the given driving situation with a self-levelling function. 

The BMW ‘ConnectedDrive tech presents a host of ‘connected’ tech features such as ‘BMW ID,’ ‘BMW App,’ ‘Digital Key Plus,’ ‘Emergency Call,’ real-time traffic information, remote services, and smartphone parking. The BMW live cockpit professional includes the freestanding BMW curved display with navigation (that offers real-time traffic information and augmented view). There is also a 12.3-inch digital information display behind the steering wheel, and another 14.9-inch control display besides the BMW head-up display on the M Sport variant. 

The Operating System 8 offers all the possibilities for interaction between occupants and the vehicle – using touch, gesture, or speech. It is complemented by the BMW intelligent personal assistant system which has a self-learning intelligence function that adopts a driver’s individual habits, proactively provides useful tips on new driving functions and seamlessly integrates smartphone apps. wireless smartphone integration and regular remote software upgrades ensure that the car is always up to date. 

The myBMW app functions include popular options for always keeping an eye on the current vehicle status as well as learning navigation, which offers destination suggestions and traffic information based on the owner’s driving habits. Customers can also use the app to generate the BMW digital key plus, which turns a smartphone into a digital vehicle key. it will enable customers to physically open the doors when unlocking them this way. If the digital key plus is activated, it is also possible to perform automated parking manoeuvres via smartphone. 

BMW efficient dynamics includes features such as reduced aerodynamic drag, auto start-stop, electronic power steering and my modes in driving experience control. 

The spread of driver assistance systems is more extensive than ever. they support and relieve the driver, thus increasing comfort and safety. standard equipment includes functions like cruise control, the attentiveness assistant, parking assistant professional with surround view camera, drive recorder, remote parking via smartphone and reversing assistant. 

BMW safety technologies include six airbags, attentiveness assistance, dynamic stability control (DSC) including cornering brake control (CBC), electric parking brake with auto hold, side-impact protection, electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensor, Isofix child seat mounting and integrated emergency spare wheel under the load floor. 

Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “There are no limits to confidence when you're driving the new BMW X5. The most powerful car in the segment, the new BMW X5 is distinctive and imposing. Exuding a dominating road presence, its confident stature leaves a lasting impression. The newly crafted luxurious interiors underscored by state-of-the-art technology provides an unparalleled elegance that makes the new BMW X5 as convenient and compelling as ever. It has all the ingredients required to strengthen its position as the global market leader in its segment. The new BMW X5 not only demands high standards but lives up to them earning your respect with every mile of the journey.” 

Mumbai-based automotive major Mahindra & Mahindra has announced its wholesales for April 2025 at 84,170 vehicles, a growth of 19 percent, including exports.

The auto major sold a total of 52,330 SUVs in the domestic market, which was 28 percent higher than 41,008 SUVs sold for the same period last year. Commercial vehicle sales in the domestic market came at 22,989 units, which was 4 percent YoY. 

Veejay Nakra, President, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “Building on the strong momentum of last year's performance, we began the year on a strong note in April by achieving SUV sales of 52,330 units, a growth of 28 percent and total vehicle sales of 84,170 units, a 19 percent growth over the same month last year. These numbers indicate the strength of our portfolio and customer offerings.”

JSW MG Motor India, a leading passenger vehicles manufacturer, has announced its wholesales for April 2025.

The company reported sales of 5,829 units, which was 23 percent higher over April 2024, when it sold 4,725 vehicles.

Interestingly, the automaker's popular offering, the Windsor EV, has continued to be the top-selling electric passenger vehicle for the seventh month in a row.

JSW MG Motor India's Windsor EV has now gone home to over 20,000 customers.

Maruti Suzuki India, the country’s largest carmaker, has reported its wholesales of 179,791 units in April 2025, marking a 7 percent increase compared to 168,089 units sold in April 2024. The growth was primarily propelled by strong performance in utility vehicles and a sharp rise in export volumes.

Domestic sales, including passenger and light commercial vehicles, remained flat with 142,053 units, as compared to 140,448 units in April 2024. Within this, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) like the Super Carry saw a significant jump of 34.2 percent, with sales rising to 3,349 units from 2,496 units last year.

In the passenger vehicle segment, SUVs such as the Brezza, Ertiga, Grand Vitara and others recorded a 4.4 percent increase, selling 59,022 units compared to 56,553 in the previous year. However, sales for Eeco declined by 5.2 percent, while the mini segment (Alto, S-Presso) saw a sharp 45 percent drop, falling to 6,332 units from 11,519 units. The compact segment, which includes high-volume models like the Baleno and Swift, grew by 8.1 percent, reaching 61,591 units.

Sales to Toyota Kirloskar Motor rose sharply by 79.2 percent, from 5,481 units to 9,827 units, indicating a growing demand for cross-badged products.

The standout performer was the export segment, which surged 26 percent to 27,911 units from 22,160 units in April 2024. This strong export growth helped bolster the company’s overall numbers despite weaknesses in domestic sub-segments.

While some product lines such as the mid-size sedan Ciaz (-63 percent) continue to struggle.

Tata Motors reported total wholesales of 72,753 units for April 2025, reflecting a 6 percent year-on-year decline from 77,521 units in April 2024.

The passenger vehicle (PV) segment, including electric vehicles, accounted for 45,532 units, down 5 percent from 47,983 units in the same month last year. Within this, domestic PV sales dropped 6 percent to 45,199 units, while international business (IB) sales rose significantly to 333 units, up from 100 units. Electric vehicle sales (domestic + IB) declined 16 percent year-on-year to 5,318 units.

Commercial vehicle (CV) sales stood at 27,221 units, marking an 8 percent YoY drop from 29,538 units in April 2024. Domestic CV sales contracted 10 percent to 25,764 units, while CV exports (IB) grew 43 percent to 1,457 units. Key sub-segments like Small Commercial Vehicles (SCV) and pickups saw a steep 23 percent decline.

Despite growth in certain categories like ILMCV trucks and passenger carriers, overall sales momentum was tempered across both PV and CV segments.