Page 5- Tata Car News

India's passenger vehicle registrations hit 4.31 lakh units in March 2026, up 22.8% YoY. Maruti Suzuki's Dzire topped with 21,224 units, followed by Tata Punch and Nexon SUVs amid SUV fever.

Tata Motors will launch the Sierra EV in India next month. The electric SUV is expected to offer a spacious cabin, advanced battery technology, a range close to 600km, and pricing starting around Rs 15 lakh.

The all-new Tata Safari EV is expected to launch by the festive season of 2026, marking Tata Motors’ entry into the premium three-row electric SUV segment. Built on the Gen 2 EV architecture.

The upcoming 2027 Maruti S-Presso X has been spotted on test, previewing Maruti’s all-new micro SUV that will take on the Tata Punch with upright SUV styling, a frugal hybrid powertrain, and a value-for-money package.

Petrol and Diesel still drive the world’s most dynamic car market with CNG also fast picking up pace as a preferred fuel.

Tata Motors will launch the Sierra EV in May 2026, offering two battery options and possibly an AWD variant. The ICE Sierra has already surpassed 20,000 unit sales, reflecting strong market demand.

The 2026 Tata Tiago facelift has been seen testing with major design and feature updates expected. Likely upgrades include a digital cluster, larger touchscreen, new engine option, and enhanced safety features. Launch is anticipated by Q3 2026.

Indian car buyers in the Rs 5–20 lakh segment are increasingly seeking distinctive designs. Manufacturers respond with bold styling in SUVs and EVs, moving beyond conventional templates to meet evolving preferences for individuality.

Five diesel automatic SUVs are available in India under Rs 15 lakh in 2026. Models include the Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon, Kia Seltos, and Mahindra XUV 3XO, each offering strong performance and modern features.

In the 2026 micro SUV showdown, the Tata Punch facelift edges with higher ground clearance and versatile powertrains, while the Hyundai Exter facelift shines in refinement and boot space. Detailed specs inside.

Tata Sierra's ARAI-certified mileage has been unveiled via RTI: the 1.5L TGDi turbo-petrol delivers 13.5 kmpl, while the 1.5L Kryojet diesel achieves 18.8 kmpl. These figures, confirmed post-launch in November 2025,

Spy images of a camouflaged Tata Sierra with exhaust cutouts suggest ongoing tests for CNG or AWD versions. Tata Motors, responding to strong demand (over 1 lakh bookings), eyes twin-cylinder iCNG for efficiency and AWD.

Tata Motors introduces the Harrier EV Fearless+ 75 variant, making the AWD electric SUV more affordable without compromising on performance, technology, or all-terrain capability.

Tata Motors has officially revealed the ARAI-certified mileage for the Sierra SUV: 13.5 kmpl for the 1.5L TGDi petrol and 18.8 kmpl for the 1.5L Kryojet diesel. Deliveries began in January 2026.

Tata Motors has appointed Balaje Rajan as Group Chief Strategy Officer at Jaguar Land Rover, effective April 1, 2026. This move aims to enhance global integration, EV alignment, and international expansion, especially with the Avinya brand.