Tata Motors posts highest-ever quarterly wholesales of 171,103 units in Q3 FY26, EV sales surge 50%
Tata Motors set a new record with quarterly wholesales of 171,103 units and retail sales over 200,000 in Q3 FY26, driven by strong EV growth of 50%.
171,013 units
50%
~18 days
What Happened
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. reported Q3 FY26 sales of 171,013 units (domestic and international), up from 139,829 units in Q3 FY25. The company achieved its highest-ever quarterly wholesales of 171,103 units, while retail sales crossed 200,000 units for the first time. Strong performances from models like Nexon, Punch, and Tiago, along with a multi-powertrain strategy including CNG and EVs, drove growth.
“CY25 saw steady progress for the PV industry powered by a growing preference for SUVs and accelerating adoption of cleaner, 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 volumes of 81,125 units in a calendar year.”
- 171,013 units
- 139,829 units
171,103 units
Achieved in Q3 FY26, reflecting strong demand and channel management.
Why this matters
The results underscore Tata Motors' successful multi-powertrain strategy and robust demand in India's passenger vehicle market, with EV adoption accelerating and dealer inventory dropping to 18 days.
Terms in This Story
- CNG
- Compressed Natural Gas, a cleaner alternative to petrol and diesel used in vehicles.
- EV
- Electric Vehicle, a vehicle powered by an electric motor and battery.
- SUV
- Sport Utility Vehicle, a type of car with high ground clearance and off-road capability.
- Wholesales
- Vehicles sold by the manufacturer to dealers, as opposed to retail sales to end customers.
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