Mumbai — If anniversaries in the automotive world could speak, Škoda Auto India’s silver jubilee would be saying, “Thanks for the memories—and the bookings.” The Czech automaker has crossed an impressive milestone of 500,000 units sold in India since its debut, capping off the achievement with a roaring performance in November 2025.
The brand reported 5,491 units sold during the month—up a whopping 90% year-on-year, making it very clear that this jubilee isn’t about cake-cutting, it’s about record-breaking.
Ashish Gupta, Brand Director at Škoda Auto India, credited the brand’s strategic fundamentals for the stunning streak. “Our expanding network, our value-driven ownership offerings, and wide product portfolio have been the chief driving forces that have powered our 5 lakh landmark sales and our constant year-on-year sales growth every month. We shall maintain the momentum with our products and by getting closer to our customers and our fans,” he said—conveniently forgetting to mention how many new showrooms are opening because even Škoda seems to have lost count.
The Legend of the Sedan That Refuses to Retire
Before SUVs became every Indian family’s default dream, Škoda built its name with the long, low, elegant sedans that could outlast a government policy cycle. And at the center of that story is the Octavia—a global icon with 130 years of Škoda heritage backing it, and a 25-year legacy in India.
This year, the brand brought back the Octavia RS, proving that nostalgia sells faster than crypto memes. Bookings opened and—poof—every unit was gone in just 20 minutes. In that time, most people barely finish one round of scrolling on Instagram Reels.
The Slavia sedan, available in 1.0 TSI and 1.5 TSI guises, continues the tradition of Škoda’s “stick to the silk route—don’t chase every SUV trend” formula, offering classic proportions with modern driveability.
SUVs for Everyone: From New Drivers to Boardroom Executives
But Škoda hasn’t forgotten today’s SUV-loving India. Its portfolio reads like a buffet that stretches from ₹7.50 lakh to ₹45.9 lakh, ensuring every customer—from first-time buyers to CEOs—can find something with a Czech badge and the brand’s signature solid build.
- Kodiaq (4×4 luxury SUV): The OG of Škoda’s premium SUV game, first unveiled to the world and India in 2017. It’s now back in a new avatar and still plays in a segment with very few rivals waving around 4×4 and 3-row bragging rights at its price point.
- Kushaq: Born and bred on India’s own MQB-A0-IN platform, the Kushaq didn’t just shake the market—it rewrote safety headlines. It became the first vehicle in India to earn a full 5-star rating for both adults and children under the stricter Global NCAP tests. At this point, it’s basically the automotive embodiment of “meri maa kehti thi safety pehle.”
- Kylaq: The SUV carrying the legacy forward, boasting 5 stars under Bharat NCAP. Because why stop at making a safe SUV when you can make a safe SUV in India, for India, tested by India?
Growing Fans, Growing Footprint
In what could be described as a national expansion tour with less drama than reality TV, Škoda Auto India has now grown to over 320 customer touchpoints across 180 cities. That’s more cities than most of us have visited, and an indicator that Škoda intends not just to sell cars—but to park itself permanently in India’s automotive consciousness.
A Silver Jubilee with Golden Numbers
With the brand already recording its highest-ever sales in the first 10 months of 2025, Škoda Auto India is clearly not slowing down. Crossing the magic 5-lakh milestone only strengthens its ambitions, and if November’s 90% growth is anything to go by, 2026 buyers might want to book early—before someone else grabs their dream Škoda in 20 minutes flat.
After all, in a market where today’s trends turn tomorrow’s used listings, Škoda seems to have struck the sweet spot: heritage for the loyalists, SUVs for the dreamers, and momentum for the markets. The brand’s 25th birthday gift to itself? A future that’s looking distinctly emerald green.
