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Tata Returns to SA
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Jet-Fighter7700
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wait till he sees the depreciation after 5 years, will make a Peugeot look like a wise investment
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Choose yo fav.
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Review: 2025 Tata Harrier
What does the Tata Harrier cost?
The Harrier 2.0TD Fearless + AT retails for R699 900, above the Pure + AT (R549 900) and Adventure + A AT (R649 900). It comes with a five-year/125 000 km warranty and a five-year/75 000 km service plan as standard.
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Pure + AT – R549 900
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Adventure + A AT – R649 900
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless + AT – R699 900
Verdict
The Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless + AT has all the makings to be a standout in South Africa’s midsize-SUV market. And at the price, it undercuts many rivals. Its diesel engine and smooth automatic create a refined driving experience.
2025 Tata Harrier Fearless + AT specifications
Price: R699 900
Powertrain: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbodiesel
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Driven wheels: front
Power: 125 kW @ 3 750 r/min
Torque: 350 N.m @ 1 750-2 500 r/min
Top speed: N/A
Fuel consumption: 6.6 L/100km (claimed)
CO2 emissions: 174 g/km
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What does the Tata Harrier cost?
The Harrier 2.0TD Fearless + AT retails for R699 900, above the Pure + AT (R549 900) and Adventure + A AT (R649 900). It comes with a five-year/125 000 km warranty and a five-year/75 000 km service plan as standard.
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Pure + AT – R549 900
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Adventure + A AT – R649 900
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless + AT – R699 900
Verdict
The Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless + AT has all the makings to be a standout in South Africa’s midsize-SUV market. And at the price, it undercuts many rivals. Its diesel engine and smooth automatic create a refined driving experience.
2025 Tata Harrier Fearless + AT specifications
Price: R699 900
Powertrain: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbodiesel
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
Driven wheels: front
Power: 125 kW @ 3 750 r/min
Torque: 350 N.m @ 1 750-2 500 r/min
Top speed: N/A
Fuel consumption: 6.6 L/100km (claimed)
CO2 emissions: 174 g/km
Review: 2025 Tata Harrier
Tata is back in SA, and the Harrier headlines the return. Does this diesel SUV have what it takes to impress SA's car-buying public?
www.carmag.co.za
FiestaST
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Paywall:
DRIVEN | Better than ever? Behind the wheel of Tata’s stylish new Curvv and Harrier SUVs
DRIVEN | Better than ever? Behind the wheel of Tata’s stylish new Curvv and Harrier SUVs
FiestaST
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Tata Nexon: the next Tata model for South Africa
The Tata Nexon looks set to be the Indian brand’s next introduction in South Africa, likely in the opening quarter of 2026. Here’s what we know about this small crossover…
- Nexon expected to launch in SA in Q1 2026
- Set to arrive as 5th model in Tata’s portfolio
- Likely to slot in between Punch and Curvv
The Tata brand returned to South Africa’s passenger-vehicle market at the start of September 2025, kicking off its local operations with the launch of the Tiago, Punch, Curvv and Harrier. What’s next? Well, though it’s still early days, Cars.co.za understands that the Tata Nexon will serve as the brand’s 5th introduction to the local market.
Yes, according to our information, the Nexon is scheduled to arrive in South Africa in the opening quarter of 2026, with a market launch likely to take place in February of next year. The new Sierra SUV could then follow at some point later in 2026.
As a sub-4-metre crossover, the Nexon will likely slot in between the Punch and the Harrier. For the record, the 5-strong Punch line-up currently has pricing bookends of R244 900 and R339 900, while the 3 derivatives in the Curvv portfolio are priced between R349 900 and R519 900. There will thus likely be some overlap with both.
While the Punch is around the size of Hyundai’s Exter, the Tata Nexon measures 3 995 mm long, suggesting it could be positioned to compete head on with high-spec, turbocharged versions of likewise Indian-built models of similar dimensions, such as the Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger and Kia Sonet.
The Tata Nexon looks set to be the Indian brand’s next introduction in South Africa, likely in the opening quarter of 2026. Here’s what we know about this small crossover…
- Nexon expected to launch in SA in Q1 2026
- Set to arrive as 5th model in Tata’s portfolio
- Likely to slot in between Punch and Curvv
The Tata brand returned to South Africa’s passenger-vehicle market at the start of September 2025, kicking off its local operations with the launch of the Tiago, Punch, Curvv and Harrier. What’s next? Well, though it’s still early days, Cars.co.za understands that the Tata Nexon will serve as the brand’s 5th introduction to the local market.
Yes, according to our information, the Nexon is scheduled to arrive in South Africa in the opening quarter of 2026, with a market launch likely to take place in February of next year. The new Sierra SUV could then follow at some point later in 2026.
As a sub-4-metre crossover, the Nexon will likely slot in between the Punch and the Harrier. For the record, the 5-strong Punch line-up currently has pricing bookends of R244 900 and R339 900, while the 3 derivatives in the Curvv portfolio are priced between R349 900 and R519 900. There will thus likely be some overlap with both.
While the Punch is around the size of Hyundai’s Exter, the Tata Nexon measures 3 995 mm long, suggesting it could be positioned to compete head on with high-spec, turbocharged versions of likewise Indian-built models of similar dimensions, such as the Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger and Kia Sonet.
TheChamp
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Plenty of sporty Chinese makes in that price range that are way more specced and more powerful.
The highest spec Omda C5 tops out at R470k, the GAC Emzoom at R490k.
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Every Compact Crossover in SA for Under R300k in 2025 [Update]
In the market for a pocket-friendly compact crossover? We’ve rounded up all the models available for under R300 000 in South Africa in 2025.
The South African compact-crossover segment is booming, with not only several established automakers introducing new models to our market, but box-fresh crossovers from newcomer brands joining the fray. Noteworthy, an array of these are positioned as more value-based offerings. We’ve rounded up the most affordable (up to R300 000) compact crossovers in South Africa as of October 2025.
1. Tata Punch – from R244 900
2. Nissan Magnite – from R246 200
3. Renault Kiger – from R249 999
4. Citroën C3 – from R254 500
5. Mahindra XUV 3XO – from R259 999
6. Hyundai Exter – from R269 900
7. Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – from R269 900
8. Citroen C3 Aircross – from R281 500
9. MG ZS – from R289 900
10. Suzuki Fronx – from R298 900
www.carmag.co.za
In the market for a pocket-friendly compact crossover? We’ve rounded up all the models available for under R300 000 in South Africa in 2025.
The South African compact-crossover segment is booming, with not only several established automakers introducing new models to our market, but box-fresh crossovers from newcomer brands joining the fray. Noteworthy, an array of these are positioned as more value-based offerings. We’ve rounded up the most affordable (up to R300 000) compact crossovers in South Africa as of October 2025.
1. Tata Punch – from R244 900
2. Nissan Magnite – from R246 200
3. Renault Kiger – from R249 999
4. Citroën C3 – from R254 500
5. Mahindra XUV 3XO – from R259 999
6. Hyundai Exter – from R269 900
7. Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – from R269 900
8. Citroen C3 Aircross – from R281 500
9. MG ZS – from R289 900
10. Suzuki Fronx – from R298 900
Every Compact Crossover in SA for Under R300k in 2025 [Update]
In the market for a pocket-friendly compact crossover? We’ve rounded up all the models available for under R300 000 in South Africa...
www.carmag.co.za
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Tata’s local CEO on competing with the Chinese
The head of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles in South Africa says the Indian marque is well positioned to compete with the various new Chinese brands on the local market…
- Tata to “carve out its own piece” of the SA market
- Local boss sees 5-door hatch segment as critical
- Plans to leverage JLR-sourced platform as well
The man tasked with running Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles in South Africa says the Indian brand is well positioned to “carve out its own piece” of the local market, despite an influx of new Chinese competitors.
Thato Magasa, CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles in South Africa (and outgoing managing director of the likewise Motus-distributed Mitsubishi brand), made the comments during an interview conducted in Cars.co.za’s podcast booth at Naamsa’s South African Auto Week 2025 in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape at the start of October.
“Tata offers something very ‘differentiated’ in terms of new brands. Not only in how it was brought into the country – under Motus and the business model that it follows – but also in the fact that it’s able to speak across a wide range of segments,” Magasa said.
As a reminder, after a 6-year hiatus, the Tata brand returned to South Africa’s passenger-vehicle market at the start of September 2025, kicking off its local operations with the launch of the Tiago hatchback, Punch small crossover, Curvv coupé-style crossover and Harrier turbodiesel SUV. Motus Holdings serves as the brand’s official distributor.
“[I’m] especially speaking [about the] 5-door hatch and subcompact SUV [segments], where not a lot of new entrants have been able to come into South Africa and offer something compelling [at] those particular price points,” he added, referring to the segments in which the Tiago and Punch play.
“From that perspective, Tata [will] carve out its own piece [of the market] and be able to compete [thanks to] advanced technology, high safety ratings and affordability,” Magasa said, adding that the brand’s models all boasted “4- to 5-star” Global NCAP crash-test ratings.
The head of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles in South Africa says the Indian marque is well positioned to compete with the various new Chinese brands on the local market…
- Tata to “carve out its own piece” of the SA market
- Local boss sees 5-door hatch segment as critical
- Plans to leverage JLR-sourced platform as well
The man tasked with running Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles in South Africa says the Indian brand is well positioned to “carve out its own piece” of the local market, despite an influx of new Chinese competitors.
Thato Magasa, CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles in South Africa (and outgoing managing director of the likewise Motus-distributed Mitsubishi brand), made the comments during an interview conducted in Cars.co.za’s podcast booth at Naamsa’s South African Auto Week 2025 in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape at the start of October.
“Tata offers something very ‘differentiated’ in terms of new brands. Not only in how it was brought into the country – under Motus and the business model that it follows – but also in the fact that it’s able to speak across a wide range of segments,” Magasa said.
As a reminder, after a 6-year hiatus, the Tata brand returned to South Africa’s passenger-vehicle market at the start of September 2025, kicking off its local operations with the launch of the Tiago hatchback, Punch small crossover, Curvv coupé-style crossover and Harrier turbodiesel SUV. Motus Holdings serves as the brand’s official distributor.
“[I’m] especially speaking [about the] 5-door hatch and subcompact SUV [segments], where not a lot of new entrants have been able to come into South Africa and offer something compelling [at] those particular price points,” he added, referring to the segments in which the Tiago and Punch play.
“From that perspective, Tata [will] carve out its own piece [of the market] and be able to compete [thanks to] advanced technology, high safety ratings and affordability,” Magasa said, adding that the brand’s models all boasted “4- to 5-star” Global NCAP crash-test ratings.
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MotorMatters review of the Tiago
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Cars.co.za review of the Tiago
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AutoTrader SA review of the Tiago
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MotorMatters review of the Harrier
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