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Here's the first look at the upcoming 2025/6 TATA Sierra SUV...
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They did not even make an effort to undercut the competition, why would anyone ignore the Magnite, Kiger, and even the Tiggo 4 pro for the Punch?
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Can Tata break the mould with its new SA-bound Sierra compact SUV?
Tata has pulled the covers off its long-awaited Sierra compact SUV, which aims to offer something fresh and distinctive in an increasingly monotonous motoring landscape.
It boasts a distinctive exterior design, which Tata refers to as retro modern, harking back to the original 1990s Sierra with a blacked-out central roof that visually appears as an extension of the rear windows.
The new Tata Sierra is on the radar for South Africa, although exact launch timing has yet to be confirmed. The Indian brand returned to South Africa in September this year with its Tiago and Punch entry models, Curvv crossover and Harrier flagship SUV.
Following in the footsteps of these initial models, Tata will seek to plug the gaps in its local line-up with a second phase of introductions. Confirmed so far are the Nexon compact SUV, which is expected to slot between the Punch and Curvv when it arrives in the first half of 2026, and the new Sierra, which will likely arrive at a later date.
The Sierra will bridge the gap between the Curvv and the larger Harrier, with the newcomer likely boasting similar dimensions to the Suzuki Grand Vitara and Hyundai Creta. With the Curvv currently priced from R349,900 and the Harrier starting at R549,900, the Sierra could hit local shores with a sub-R400,000 sticker, although local price positioning is not yet confirmed.
The Sierra is powered by a new-generation 1.5-litre turbopetrol engine, which produces around 126kW and 280Nm, Autocar India reports. A 1.5-litre turbodiesel and a normally aspirated 1.5 petrol engine are also expected to become available, and an all-electric version is said to be in the planning.
Tata has pulled the covers off its long-awaited Sierra compact SUV, which aims to offer something fresh and distinctive in an increasingly monotonous motoring landscape.
It boasts a distinctive exterior design, which Tata refers to as retro modern, harking back to the original 1990s Sierra with a blacked-out central roof that visually appears as an extension of the rear windows.
The new Tata Sierra is on the radar for South Africa, although exact launch timing has yet to be confirmed. The Indian brand returned to South Africa in September this year with its Tiago and Punch entry models, Curvv crossover and Harrier flagship SUV.
Following in the footsteps of these initial models, Tata will seek to plug the gaps in its local line-up with a second phase of introductions. Confirmed so far are the Nexon compact SUV, which is expected to slot between the Punch and Curvv when it arrives in the first half of 2026, and the new Sierra, which will likely arrive at a later date.
The Sierra will bridge the gap between the Curvv and the larger Harrier, with the newcomer likely boasting similar dimensions to the Suzuki Grand Vitara and Hyundai Creta. With the Curvv currently priced from R349,900 and the Harrier starting at R549,900, the Sierra could hit local shores with a sub-R400,000 sticker, although local price positioning is not yet confirmed.
The Sierra is powered by a new-generation 1.5-litre turbopetrol engine, which produces around 126kW and 280Nm, Autocar India reports. A 1.5-litre turbodiesel and a normally aspirated 1.5 petrol engine are also expected to become available, and an all-electric version is said to be in the planning.
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Cars.co.za review of the Harrier
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HubNut review of the Tata Safari
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Tata Harrier (2025) Review
Model Derivative Price*
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Pure+ 6AT R549 900
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Adventure+ 6AT R649 900
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless+ 6AT R699 900
*All pricing correct as of December 2025.
Verdict
Overall, the new Tata Harrier brings an appealing combination of diesel power, distinctive design and a comprehensive list of features to the South African market. However, in reality it lacks some of the refinement and premium touches vehicles such as the Kia Spotage offer.
For that reason, we feel there’s better value to be found in the entry-level and mid-spec derivatives. That said, if you’re willing to consider petrol alternatives (and even some hybrid and plug-in hybrids), you’ll find the market offers a number of truly excellent alternatives.
Model Derivative Price*
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Pure+ 6AT R549 900
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Adventure+ 6AT R649 900
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless+ 6AT R699 900
*All pricing correct as of December 2025.
Verdict
Overall, the new Tata Harrier brings an appealing combination of diesel power, distinctive design and a comprehensive list of features to the South African market. However, in reality it lacks some of the refinement and premium touches vehicles such as the Kia Spotage offer.
For that reason, we feel there’s better value to be found in the entry-level and mid-spec derivatives. That said, if you’re willing to consider petrol alternatives (and even some hybrid and plug-in hybrids), you’ll find the market offers a number of truly excellent alternatives.
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9 Lowest-Scoring Vehicles CAR Magazine Tested in 2025
In 2025, CAR magazine road tested over 50 new vehicles. We’ve rounded up the vehicles that scored the lowest in 2025.
In each CAR magazine road test, we award a car a score out of 100. Now, we have rounded up the highest-scoring vehicles tested by CAR magazine in 2025, but which vehicles we tested scored the lowest? There were a couple ties…
7. Jeep Wrangler Limited 2.0T Rubicon: 75/100
6=. Haval H7 2.0T 4WD Super Luxury: 73/100
6=. Mercedes-Benz Vito 119 CDI Tourer Select: 73/100
5. Ford Tourneo Custom 2.0 SiT Trend LWB: 72/100
4. BAIC B40 Plus 2.0T Champion: 71/100
3. Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless+: 66/100
2=. Jetour X70 Plus 1.5T Deluxe: 62/100
2=. MG ZS 1.5 Luxury AT: 62/100
1. Chery Tiggo Cross 1.5 CSH HEV Elite: 60/100
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In 2025, CAR magazine road tested over 50 new vehicles. We’ve rounded up the vehicles that scored the lowest in 2025.
In each CAR magazine road test, we award a car a score out of 100. Now, we have rounded up the highest-scoring vehicles tested by CAR magazine in 2025, but which vehicles we tested scored the lowest? There were a couple ties…
7. Jeep Wrangler Limited 2.0T Rubicon: 75/100
6=. Haval H7 2.0T 4WD Super Luxury: 73/100
6=. Mercedes-Benz Vito 119 CDI Tourer Select: 73/100
5. Ford Tourneo Custom 2.0 SiT Trend LWB: 72/100
4. BAIC B40 Plus 2.0T Champion: 71/100
3. Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless+: 66/100
2=. Jetour X70 Plus 1.5T Deluxe: 62/100
2=. MG ZS 1.5 Luxury AT: 62/100
1. Chery Tiggo Cross 1.5 CSH HEV Elite: 60/100
9 Lowest-Scoring Vehicles CAR Magazine Tested in 2025
In 2025, CAR magazine road tested over 50 new vehicles. We’ve rounded up the vehicles that scored the lowest in 2025...
www.carmag.co.za
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India Rising: The Growth of the Indian Auto Industry
With the steady arrival of new Chinese brands and the seemingly endless rollout of their new models dominating current motoring headlines, one could be forgiven for overlooking the growth of the Indian auto industry and its impact on the SA market.
Chinese brands continue to dominate the motoring conversations in South Africa; this is hardly surprising when you consider their rapid growth in recent years and the fact that their two leading brands in SA are now firmly entrenched in the top 10 of our sales charts. Against this backdrop, the recent announcements from India’s largest vehicle manufacturers have become even more newsworthy.
Tata has announced its return to the SA passenger-car market with a four-model hatch and SUV lineup, including the Tiago. These announcements should come as little surprise, considering that, for several years, a significant majority of SA’s passenger-car and LCV (light commercial vehicle) imports have been sourced from India. Naamsa records show that, in 2024, imported vehicles accounted for 62.8% of the SA light vehicle market, with India supplying 173 742 vehicles to make up just over 57% of those imports.
From modest beginnings in the mid-20th century, the Indian motor industry is currently experiencing significant growth, producing more than six million vehicles in 2024 to make it the world’s fourth-largest global auto manufacturing and export hub, behind China, the US, and Japan.
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With the steady arrival of new Chinese brands and the seemingly endless rollout of their new models dominating current motoring headlines, one could be forgiven for overlooking the growth of the Indian auto industry and its impact on the SA market.
Chinese brands continue to dominate the motoring conversations in South Africa; this is hardly surprising when you consider their rapid growth in recent years and the fact that their two leading brands in SA are now firmly entrenched in the top 10 of our sales charts. Against this backdrop, the recent announcements from India’s largest vehicle manufacturers have become even more newsworthy.
Tata has announced its return to the SA passenger-car market with a four-model hatch and SUV lineup, including the Tiago. These announcements should come as little surprise, considering that, for several years, a significant majority of SA’s passenger-car and LCV (light commercial vehicle) imports have been sourced from India. Naamsa records show that, in 2024, imported vehicles accounted for 62.8% of the SA light vehicle market, with India supplying 173 742 vehicles to make up just over 57% of those imports.
From modest beginnings in the mid-20th century, the Indian motor industry is currently experiencing significant growth, producing more than six million vehicles in 2024 to make it the world’s fourth-largest global auto manufacturing and export hub, behind China, the US, and Japan.
India Rising: The Growth of the Indian Auto Industry
We take a closer look at the growth of the Indian automotive industry and its effect on the South African market...
www.carmag.co.za
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Road Test: Tata Harrier
Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless+ specifications
Price: R699 900
Powertrain: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbopetrol
Transmission: six-speed automatic
Driven wheels: front
Power: 125 kW @ 3 750 r/min
Torque: 350 N.m @ 1 750-2 500 r/min
Test Summary
It’s in comparing other vehicles in this segment where the top-of-the-range Harrier’s price point comes into sharp focus. In the Indian market, this Tata is priced well below products like the Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson. The fact that diesel-powered versions of either of these impressive Korean SUVs are available in South Africa within the same price range as the top-spec Harrier is a sticking point for us.
While there’s a lot to like about the Harrier package, including its styling, impressive standard specification and a proven powertrain combination, we’re looking forward to revisiting this vehicle in more affordable Adventure+ guise (R649 900). We’re also keen to see how the brand’s operations pan out, once it’s had time to understand the South African landscape and implement its dealership and after-sales networks.
Based on our time with the Tiago, though, we still think that Tata’s selection of characterful compact offerings will likely create a greater market disruption than the Harrier.
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Tata Harrier 2.0TD Fearless+ specifications
Price: R699 900
Powertrain: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbopetrol
Transmission: six-speed automatic
Driven wheels: front
Power: 125 kW @ 3 750 r/min
Torque: 350 N.m @ 1 750-2 500 r/min
Test Summary
It’s in comparing other vehicles in this segment where the top-of-the-range Harrier’s price point comes into sharp focus. In the Indian market, this Tata is priced well below products like the Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson. The fact that diesel-powered versions of either of these impressive Korean SUVs are available in South Africa within the same price range as the top-spec Harrier is a sticking point for us.
While there’s a lot to like about the Harrier package, including its styling, impressive standard specification and a proven powertrain combination, we’re looking forward to revisiting this vehicle in more affordable Adventure+ guise (R649 900). We’re also keen to see how the brand’s operations pan out, once it’s had time to understand the South African landscape and implement its dealership and after-sales networks.
Based on our time with the Tiago, though, we still think that Tata’s selection of characterful compact offerings will likely create a greater market disruption than the Harrier.
Road Test: Tata Harrier
We road test the flagship product in Tata Motors' newly introduced local passenger-car portolio, the Harrier SUV...
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New Tata Tiago looks great ‘on paper’, but is it a real-world budget champion?
VERDICT
Compared to many of its ‘city car’ rivals, the Tata Tiago has a more substantial look and feel, almost elevating it to the class above.
However, there are a few quality and ergonomic bugbears that detract from the package. It’s well worth a test drive, but be sure to spend some good time with it before signing on the dotted line.
VERDICT
Compared to many of its ‘city car’ rivals, the Tata Tiago has a more substantial look and feel, almost elevating it to the class above.
However, there are a few quality and ergonomic bugbears that detract from the package. It’s well worth a test drive, but be sure to spend some good time with it before signing on the dotted line.