After an absence if six years, Tata passenger vehicles are back with a bang in South Africa. The last model launched locally was the Bolt, which followed in the tracks of the more well-known Indica.
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd (TMPV), a subsidiary of Tata Motors Ltd, announced its entry into South Africa with Motus as the exclusive distributor of its passenger vehicle range.
Tata Motors officially left the passenger and light commercial vehicle market in South Africa during the second half of 2019. This did not include Tata’s larger commercial vehicles, like buses and trucks, which continued to be available through Tata International South Africa.
With a portfolio that ranges from compact hatchbacks to high-performance SUVs, TMPV offers a comprehensive product line-up in South Africa, designed to meet the needs of every customer segment and price point, the Indian manufacturer claims.
“South Africa is an important market in our global expansion journey. With our class-leading products and a reputable partner in Motus, we are here to offer our South African customers a choice of vehicles that are safe, stylish and innovation-driven,” says Yash Khandelwal, Head International Business, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd.
In line with its commitment to drive inclusive growth, TMPV says it will also focus on local value creation by supporting employment across sales, service, parts distribution and technician training.
“We are excited to introduce a brand that embodies an advanced design architecture, cutting-edge technology and unmatched safety standards across the entire model range to South African customers,” says Thato Magasa, CEO of Motus Holding’s TMPV South Africa distribution business.
“Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles’ introduction to South Africa is not just about vehicles, it’s about providing a comprehensive mobility solution, backed by a globally respected conglomerate and a proudly South African partner dedicated to serving customers with excellence,” Thato adds.
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles claims it has pioneered safety in India, with all the group’s cars being 4- and 5-star rated by New Car Safety Assessment programmes (GNCAP and BNCAP – Official NCAP assessment for India).
More details will be revealed at the Official launch on 19 August 2025.
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