Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle Sales Surge 21% to 73,894 Units in October; Electric Vehicle Sales Register Impressive 75% Growth
Company Records Total Sales of 75,426 Vehicles Across Domestic and International Markets; EV Volumes Reach 16,244 Units, While Exports Witness a Sharp 852% Increase
Mumbai, November 1, 2026: Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited has reported a strong sales performance for October 2026, registering 21% year-on-year growth in its domestic passenger vehicle business. The company sold 73,894 passenger vehicles in the Indian market during the month, compared with 61,134 units in October 2025.
The company’s overall passenger vehicle sales, including domestic and international markets, reached 75,426 units in October 2026, marking a 23% increase over 61,295 units recorded in the corresponding month last year.
A major highlight of the month’s performance was the significant expansion of Tata Motors’ electric vehicle (EV) business. Combined domestic and international EV sales climbed 75% to 16,244 units, compared with 9,286 units in October 2025, reflecting the growing contribution of electric mobility to the company’s passenger vehicle portfolio.
International Business Records 852% Growth
Tata Motors also witnessed a substantial increase in its international business during October. Passenger vehicle sales in overseas markets rose to 1,532 units, compared with 161 units in the same month last year, representing an impressive year-on-year growth of 852%.
Although the international business continues to account for a relatively small share of the company’s overall volumes, the increase reflects an expansion in overseas sales compared with the previous year’s base.
October 2026 Sales Performance: Segment-wise Breakdown
The company’s October sales figures reflect growth across its domestic passenger vehicle, international and electric vehicle businesses.
| Business segment | October 2026 | October 2025 | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Passenger Vehicles | 73,894 | 61,134 | 21% |
| International Business | 1,532 | 161 | 852% |
| Total Passenger Vehicles | 75,426 | 61,295 | 23% |
| Electric Vehicles (Domestic + International) | 16,244 | 9,286 | 75% |
Electric Mobility Emerges as a Major Growth Driver
The 75% increase in electric vehicle sales represents one of the most significant developments in Tata Motors’ October performance.
The company recorded combined domestic and international EV sales of 16,244 units, compared with 9,286 units a year earlier. This represents an increase of 6,958 vehicles over the corresponding month of the previous year.
Electric vehicles accounted for approximately 21.5% of Tata Motors’ total passenger vehicle sales during October, underlining the increasing contribution of its EV business to overall volumes.
Tata Motors has established a presence in India’s electric passenger vehicle segment through models such as the Nexon EV, Punch EV, Tiago EV and Curvv EV. Its broader strategy includes developing zero-emission mobility solutions, connected technologies and multiple powertrain options to address changing consumer requirements.
The latest figures indicate that electric mobility continues to be an important growth segment within the company’s passenger vehicle business.
Domestic Market Continues to Drive Overall Performance
With 73,894 units sold in the domestic market, India remained the principal contributor to Tata Motors’ passenger vehicle business in October.
The 21% year-on-year growth reflects an increase of 12,760 units compared with October 2025. The company’s diverse portfolio of cars and SUVs, covering different customer segments and powertrain preferences, remains central to its domestic business.
The simultaneous expansion of its conventional and electric vehicle portfolios provides the company with opportunities to cater to a wider range of customers as the Indian automobile market evolves.
Tata Motors’ Focus on Future Mobility
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited, part of the USD 180 billion Tata Group, is among India’s leading automobile manufacturers. Its product portfolio combines conventional and electric powertrains, advanced connected technologies and mobility solutions.
The company continues to focus on design, safety, engineering, research and development, and technological innovation. Its electric mobility initiatives are aligned with the broader transition towards sustainable transportation and reduced vehicular emissions.
The company’s emphasis on zero-emission, connected and future-ready mobility solutions also reflects the changing priorities of the global automotive industry.