Tata to discontinue Sumo in India
Is Tata too disappointed on Sumo sales? How can changing the trims not result in better sales? The SUV is going to disappear in favor of new cars in the compact, sedan, and MUV segments. Rumors had indicated Tata will introduce a new MUV instead of Sumo soon.Tata Sumo, one of the oldest SUVs in India started production in 1992. Now, it is going down like the Titanic just when India is turning into an SUV hub. If anybody wants to drive a strong hard core Tata SUV, they'll go get a Safari. Tata quoted this as a space for them to launch a series of new exciting segments.
India, where small car is the auto market mantra, especially due to urban driving and traffic conditions, will see more small cars from Tata in coming years. Tata Motors and Fiat India, in a joint venture, is set to introduce two new cars in India: the Grand Punto and Fiat Linea. Also, Tata has quoted that it will launch a new multi-utility vehicle to replace Sumo. However, Sumo seems to be like an unsung hero that has been long overshadowed by the Safari – so maybe its disappearance is for the best.
Labels: Fiat, Indian car manufacturer, Indian car market, MUVs, Stopped car model production, SUVs, Tata
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