- Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles reported 22.3 per cent year-on-year growth in sales in Q3FY26, driven by strong SUV demand and nearly 50 per cent growth in EV volumes.
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check offers Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd reported 22.3 per cent year-on-year growth in passenger vehicle sales in Q3FY26, supported by strong demand for SUVs and electric vehicles. Total domestic and international PV sales during the quarter stood at 171,013 units, compared to 139,829 units in Q3FY25.
Domestic and export performance
Domestic passenger vehicle sales grew 20.9 per cent year-on-year to 168,616 units in Q3FY26. The company's international business, though small in volume, grew sharply to 2,397 units from 405 units in the year-ago quarter.
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Increase in sales of electric vehicles
Electric vehicle sales, including domestic and overseas markets, grew 49.5 per cent year-on-year to 24,103 units during the quarter. EV volume in December 2025 grew by 24.2 percent to 6,906 units.
Record quarter and model-wise highlights
Managing Director and CEO Shailesh Chandra said, “CY25 saw steady progress in the PV industry led by a growing preference for SUVs and accelerated adoption of clean, emission-friendly powertrains. For Tata Motors, it was the fifth consecutive year of record-breaking annual sales, with 587,218 units sold, including the highest-ever EV volume of 81,125 units in a calendar year.”
“For Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, the momentum brought about by the implementation of GST 2.0 at the end of Q2FY26 picked up further momentum in Q3, resulting in several new records. We achieved our highest ever quarterly wholesales of 171,103 units, while retail sales/registrations crossed the coveted 200,000 units milestone for the first time. Nexon became India's best-selling car in October and November. led as car/SUV and is on track to maintain this leadership for Q3 FY26, with sales at ~64,000 units, and Tago “Delivered strong growth, cementing its preference among hatchback favourites,” he said.
December's pace and inventory position
December 2025 was another strong month for Tata Motors, with sales growing 22 percent year-on-year. Retail sales exceeded wholesale sales, reducing dealer inventory levels to about 18 days.
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Powertrain strategy and approach
Tata Motors said its multi-powertrain strategy delivered strong results, with CNG volumes crossing 47,000 units and SUV volumes growing 18 per cent year-on-year. EV growth was supported by longer range, lifetime battery warranty and price parity with ICE models.
The company said deliveries of recently introduced products will begin in Q4FY26, with more launches planned to maintain the growth momentum.
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First publication date: 01 January 2026, 16:27 PM IST