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India Today
07-07-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
Tata to launch new compact SUV, 7 new cars to come by 2030
Tata Motors is gearing up to broaden its SUV portfolio in India with an all-new compact SUV, codenamed Scarlet. Among seven new nameplates the homegrown automaker plans to roll out by 2030, the Scarlet will compete in the fiercely competitive compact SUV is expected to bring a boxy, upright stance inspired by the design language of the upcoming Tata Sierra, making it distinct from the more curvaceous Nexon. Though official details remain under wraps, the Scarlet is expected to support multiple powertrain options. These could include:1.2-litre turbo-petrol from the Nexon (120bhp)1.2-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol from the Curvv (125bhp)A new 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrolA possible diesel optionadvertisementTata is also reportedly considering an all-electric version of the Scarlet, which could feature motors on both axles to offer an AWD setup. While this could provide enhanced traction for adventurous buyers, an AWD version of the internal combustion variant is unlikely due to cost and packaging limitations. The Scarlet will slot into the highly competitive compact SUV space, already populated by Tata's own Punch and Nexon. Despite the overlap, Tata intends to differentiate the Scarlet by targeting a different buyer persona, likely leaning towards those seeking a bolder, lifestyle-oriented for the Scarlet are expected to overlap with the Nexon range, currently priced between Rs 8 lakh and Rs 15.6 lakh for the ICE version, and Rs 12.49 lakh to Rs 17.19 lakh for the EV (all prices are ex-showroom). Tata is likely to fine-tune the pricing strategy to avoid cannibalisation while appealing to new customer Scarlet, Tata Motors is reportedly also preparing to expand its EV lineup with two more sub-4-metre all-electric models: codenamed Kuno and Terra. These models align with Tata's broader EV strategy of offering two options per segment: entry-level, mid-level, and premium, ensuring a comprehensive EV portfolio by the end of the the Scarlet is still some time away, Tata Motors has officially confirmed that the much-awaited Sierra will launch later this year. Speaking at the recent launch, Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer at Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, announced that the Sierra will debut in both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric versions within the current calendar year. This confirmation puts an end to speculation about its launch timeline. "The Sierra will definitely come out this calendar year, and it'll be both in ICE and EV form," said iconic Tata Sierra is set to make a modern-day comeback, redesigned for contemporary buyers. It will feature bold styling, advanced technology, and the flexibility of dual powertrains, bringing the legendary nameplate into the modern era.A near-production version of the Sierra was recently displayed at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025, giving enthusiasts a glimpse of what's to come. Additionally, latest spy shots of test mules have revealed new insights into the SUV's design language, features, and potential engine options, building anticipation ahead of its return to Indian to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Petrol's popularity runs out of gas in FY25 as CNG's market share more than triples in 5 years
ET Bureau Live Events Wide Range of Product Offerings (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Car buyers in India are increasingly opting for compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered vehicles amid high fuel prices and increased choices in a sluggish share of CNG models in total passenger vehicle sales more than tripled in five years to 19.5% last fiscal—pulling ahead of diesel cars—from 6.3% in share of petrol cars fell sharply to 57.7% from 76.3% during the same period, attesting this pronounced shift, while diesel car sales have remained largely constant at about 17-19% in this period, shows data from industry body Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).And in the ongoing fiscal, for the first time, more than one million CNG cars, sedans and SUVs are expected to be sold—an increase of about 20% over 839,000 units sold in FY25. This while total car sales are expected to inch up by 1-2% in FY26, according to industry estimates.'This is one category which has surprised everyone,' said Vivek Srivatsa, chief commercial officer at Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM) who also oversees Tata Motors ' PV (internal combustion engine) operations.'It is growing in a robust manner, with availability improving,' according to TPEM's growth is largely driven by individual buyers even as the taxi segment accounts for about one-fifth of CNG car sales, as per industry watchers attribute this to high prices of petrol and diesel fuel, increased network of CNG stations, and a wide range of product offerings from carmakers including Maruti Suzuki , Hyundai Motor, Tata Motors and number of vehicles with CNG variants more than doubled to 25 in FY25 from 11 in FY21, according to industry petroleum and natural gas minister Hardeep Singh Puri recently said the number of CNG retail outlets has increased 20 times in the last government is working on increasing the number of CNG dispensing stations across the country and is targeting having 17,500 CNG pumps in place by 2030, up from 7,400 in the government is promoting electric vehicles (EVs) with various incentives to reduce carbon emissions and dependence on imported fossil fuels, car buyers mostly prefer CNG due to lower purchase compared to EVs, and an extensive network of CNG stations. While EVs boast lower running costs, CNG is considerably cheaper than petrol and diesel.A common drawback of CNG vehicles is reduced boot space due to the CNG like Tata Motors and Hyundai have come up with a twin cylinder solution for this. They have replaced the large CNG cylinder with two thin cylinders with equal capacity to offer more boot space.'With the reducing life of diesel as mandated by NGT (National Green Tribunal), which is now gaining more traction in more states beyond Delhi-NCR, more and more customers are beginning to invest in other fuel options and preferences are changing fast,' said Saurabh Vatsa, managing director of Nissan Motor Japanese carmaker last month started offering an alternate fuel option in the form of a government-approved CNG retrofitment kit 'I think it's really important that we continue to focus on what is environmentally friendlier and easier to manage without denting the pocket of the consumer,' Vatsa of the popular CNG models in India include Maruti WagonR, Hyundai Exter and Tata Punch.'Our CNG car sales in India reached over 600,000 units last year, and this year we hope to reach around 700,000 units,' R C Bhargava, chairman of Maruti Suzuki, said cars accounted for one in every three cars (34%) that the country's leading carmaker sold in FY25, when its sales touched 1.76 million units.'CNG has emerged as a very good option for consumers at the entry-level, for all vehicles priced less than ₹11 lakh,' said Tarun Garg, chief operating officer (COO) of Hyundai Motor India.
