13 January 2026: Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has projected double-digit growth for India’s passenger vehicle market in 2026, underlining a more optimistic demand outlook after a recovery phase in the previous year. The assessment was shared by managing director and CEO Shailesh Chandra, who indicated that market conditions have stabilised sufficiently to support sustained expansion.
The passenger vehicle industry had faced uneven demand earlier, impacted by cost pressures and cautious consumer sentiment. However, momentum improved gradually in the latter part of the year, creating a stronger base for growth entering 2026. Tata Motors PV believes this recovery has reset expectations for the broader market.
According to the company, industry growth in 2026 is likely to remain in the double-digit range, even if it moderates from recent peaks. Tata Motors PV expects demand to be driven primarily by personal mobility needs, replacement cycles, and continued interest in feature-rich vehicles.
For Tata Motors PV, the coming year coincides with the peak of its ongoing product cycle. The company has expanded and refreshed its portfolio across multiple segments, which it believes will help it grow faster than the overall market.
SUVs continue to be a major growth driver for the brand. Tata Motors PV has strengthened its presence in both mass-market and higher-value SUV segments, allowing it to address a wider range of customer preferences without over-reliance on a single model or category.
Recent quarterly performance trends have reflected this strategy. Tata Motors PV has recorded consistent volume gains across regions, supported by improved availability, updated variants, and competitive pricing. These gains have contributed to stronger positioning against key rivals in the passenger vehicle space.
Chandra stated that while market-share movement is closely tracked, the company’s strategy is not centred on rankings alone. The focus remains on ensuring that each model performs strongly within its segment and delivers sustained value to customers.
The company also highlighted the importance of execution in areas such as supply chain stability, dealer network efficiency, and customer experience. These factors, it believes, will play a key role in maintaining growth momentum through 2026.
Looking ahead, Tata Motors PV expects demand conditions to remain resilient, even as industry growth normalises. With a broad portfolio and an active product cycle, the company remains confident of outperforming the overall passenger vehicle market in the coming year.
Key themes outlined by Tata Motors PV include:
- Sustained recovery in passenger vehicle demand
- Strong contribution from the current product cycle
- Continued SUV-led growth across segments
