Ashok Leyland to Unveil Last-Mile Mobility Vehicle at Bharat Mobility Auto Expo 2025

Key Highlights:

• Ashok Leyland will unveil its first-ever last-mile mobility (LMM) vehicle on 17th January 2025 at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo.
• The vehicle is expected to offer a payload capacity between 500-800 kg, competing with Mahindra Zeo (765 kg), Tata Ace Gold (710 kg), and Tata Ace EV (600 kg).
• It will be available in ICE, CNG, and electric variants, with the ICE version estimated to cost ₹4 lakh.
• A factory-fitted delivery box variant is teased, aimed at logistics and e-commerce businesses.
• The vehicle’s design is likely to be inspired by Ashok Leyland's popular Dost model, showcasing the brand’s innovation in the LMM segment.

Ashok Leyland is set to make headlines at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 (Auto Expo 2025) with the launch of its first-ever last-mile mobility (LMM) vehicle. The much-anticipated unveiling will take place on 17th January 2025, marking the company’s entry into the LMM segment.

Competing in the LMM Segment

Known for its wide range of commercial vehicles, from the Dost Lite to heavy-duty trucks, Ashok Leyland’s foray into the LMM category will place it alongside competitors like the Mahindra Zeo and Tata Ace Gold.

What to Expect from Ashok Leyland’s LMM Vehicle

1. Payload Capacity

• The vehicle is expected to offer a payload capacity between 500-800 kg, competing with segment leaders.
• For comparison:

1. Mahindra Zeo: 765 kg
2. Tata Ace Gold: 710 kg
3. Tata Ace EV: 600 kg

2. Pricing and Variants

• The ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) version is estimated to cost around ₹4 lakh.
• CNG and electric versions are also anticipated, with higher price tags than the ICE variant.

3. Factory-Fitted Delivery Box

• Teased images suggest the availability of a delivery box variant straight from the factory, catering to logistics and e-commerce businesses.

4. Design

• The vehicle is likely to take design inspiration from the Ashok Leyland Dost, a popular small commercial vehicle from the brand.

Spotlight on Last-Mile Mobility at Auto Expo 2025

This year’s Bharat Mobility Global Expo is expected to focus on last-mile mobility solutions, small commercial vehicles (SCVs), and electric mobility advancements. Montra Electric is also planning to showcase an electric SCV, set to rival vehicles like the Mahindra Veero and Ashok Leyland Dost Lite.

About Ashok Leyland

Ashok Leyland, with its motto "Big on Comfort, Big on Performance, Big on Savings," is one of India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the company is chaired by Mr. Dheeraj J. Hinduja.

It is India’s second-largest commercial vehicle manufacturer and has introduced several industry-first technologies. Ashok Leyland was the first to launch full-air brakes and power steering in trucks in India. It also built the country’s first double-decker bus, showcasing its innovation in the automotive space.

In April 2017, the company introduced Intelligent Exhaust Gas Recirculation (iEGR) technology for engines up to 400 HP to meet BS-IV emission norms. This technology continues to support the company’s BS-VI vehicles, contributing to a cleaner and greener future.

Also Read: OSM to Launch New Electric Trucks at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025

CMV360 Says

Ashok Leyland’s decision to enter the last-mile mobility segment is a smart move, especially with the growing demand for efficient small commercial vehicles. Competing with strong players like Mahindra and Tata won’t be easy, but if the vehicle delivers on performance, payload capacity, and affordability, it could make its own space in the market. This launch has the potential to offer businesses a dependable new choice for last-mile deliveries, and it will be interesting to see how it performs against its rivals.

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