Here is a quick explainer on the timing and targets behind the new Jeep.
Quick Answer
Sources say the first vehicle is likely to launch in H1 2028. It is tied to Stellantis's target of 100,000 locally produced vehicles in 2028 across its Tata and Dongfeng programmes, announced at its May 2026 Investor Day.
Timeline
| When | Event |
|---|---|
| 21 May 2026 | Stellantis discloses the Tata-based Jeep plan at its Investor Day |
| 12 October 2026 | Formal agreement between TMPV and Stellantis |
| About 18 months | Manufacturing adaptation |
| H1 2028 | Likely launch |
10 Quick Questions
1. What is the codename? J1J.
2. Which platform? Tata's ARGOS.
3. Where will it be built? Likely Ranjangaon, Maharashtra.
4. Will it be electric? Both ICE and electric are planned.
5. Is a range-extender planned? Being explored, with no decision.
6. Will there be a 4x4? Likely.
7. Will it be exported? A left-hand-drive version is planned, but markets are not set.
8. Who said it would be built in India? Stellantis's Asia Pacific COO, Gregoire Olivier, said it would be developed and assembled in India for global markets.
9. What will it be called? Not decided.
10. What will it cost? No official price.
Final Word
Expect more news before the 2028 launch.
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Details are from reports and may change.
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