KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Tata Motors aims for 20% market share growth in the next 6 years.
- Sierra EV expected by 2026 on Tata's Gen 2 platform.
- Upcoming models include Curvv, Sierra EV, and Nexon CNG.
Tata Motors has recently announced a rough timeline for its upcoming models including the Tata Curvv and Sierra SUVs. Tata Motors is currently India's third-largest automaker in terms of sales. The company is aiming to alleviate its ranking and increase its market share by 20 per cent. The company has set a target of six years to achieve this mark with some of its upcoming models. These models include offerings such as the Tata Curvv, Nexon CNG and Sierra EV. Check out more details below and join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group to stay updated on the latest automotive news and industry insights.
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Upcoming Tata Curvv and Sierra EV
Tata Motors has already showcased the upcoming Curvv and Sierra EVs multiple times. The Curvv and Sierra EVs were the highlights of the Auto Expo 2023. Afterwards, the company also showcased the ICE-powered Curvv and CNG-powered Nexon at the Bharat Mobility Show.
Words from Official
Sailesh Chandra, MD, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, told reporters during an event held on Wednesday that customer preference for SUVs over other body-type vehicles is likely to grow further in the coming days. He also added that upcoming Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) III norms will force carmakers to push more towards eco-friendly models like EVs or vehicles with alternative fuel.
Chandra said, We have already announced the launches of Curvv and Sierra over the next two years which will help us capture the growing mid-SUV segment." With cleaner fuel technology expected to see its overall market share grow to nearly 25 per cent in the next six years, Chandra said EVs and CNG-powered vehicles will be pushed out in more numbers. As per Chandra's statement, it seems that Tata Motors will launch the Nexon CNG soon in India. It is notable that the brand already offers the Altroz, Punch, Tiago and Tigor with the dual-cylinder technology. The Nexon CNG will also receive the same CNG technology.
Tata Sierra and Curvv EV Details
Tata Motors will utilise Tata's Gen 2 platform for electric vehicles for the upcoming Sierra EV. The automaker expects to launch the Sierra EV by 2026 in India. Earlier, the brand announced that the Curvv would be launched in late 2024, but some internal reasons pushed the launch to a later date. The Curvv will get petrol, diesel and electric powertrain options. The ICE-powered Curvv SUV will get a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol and a 1.5L diesel unit. On the other hand, the Curvv EV will expectedly offer an impressive range of 500 km on a solitary charge.
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Verdict
Tata Motors is all set to capitalize on India's SUV market surge with its upcoming models like the Curvv and Sierra EVs. Their commitment to expand market share by 20% in six years underscores their proactive approach towards eco-friendly vehicles, aligning with evolving consumer preferences and regulatory standards.
