Overview
- Tata Motors has officially slated three EVs for calendar year 2026—the Sierra EV, a facelifted Punch EV and the first Avinya-series model.
- The Sierra EV is reported to offer two battery choices, Level 2 ADAS and a triple-screen dashboard, with the larger pack targeting a real-world range above 500 km.
- The Punch EV facelift is confirmed for 2026, with media reports pointing to a larger infotainment screen, AVAS, possible ADAS upgrades and a newer Gen-2 motor, though detailed specs remain unconfirmed.
- Maruti Suzuki’s e Vitara is expected in early 2026 with a claimed 543 km range from a 61 kWh battery and a reported five-star Bharat NCAP rating.
- A broader 2026 rollout spans ICE and EV SUVs, including Mahindra’s XUV7XO on January 5, Renault’s Duster on January 26 with Nissan’s Tekton to follow, while reports also point to Kia’s Syros EV in the second half and VinFast’s Limo Green e‑MPV around February.