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Tata Curvv

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First-generation South African-market Tata Curvv coupé SUV Current version 2025 Body style Coupé SUV
Curvv is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 449,900
On-road in
ZAR 462,799
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 449,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,450
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,600
Insurance
ZAR 4,049
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 449,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 6,158/month Based on 1.2T Pure+ MT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1199cc (1.2L) Torque:170Nm (125 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:208mm (8.2″) Power:88kW (118 bhp) Boot500L (17.6 cu ft)

Hover or tap any pill for a plain-English explanation. Bracketed values show common equivalents (bhp, lb-ft, inches, cu ft).

Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 16.39 km/l (39 mpg)
City 11 km/l (26 mpg)
Highway 14.29 km/l (34 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Tata Curvv in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 6,158
Total Interest
ZAR 89,476
Total Payable
ZAR 369,476
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.2T Pure+ MT. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Tata Curvv

Curvv is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The Tata Curvv is the design-led middle SUV in Tata Passenger Vehicles' current South African range. Its sloping rear profile and flush door handles give it a coupe-inspired identity, while the underlying proposition remains practical: five seats, a published 500-litre boot and a body large enough for family use without reaching Harrier dimensions. The torque band should support flexible routine performance, but buyers still need to test low-speed turbo response, loaded overtaking and the dual-clutch gearbox in traffic. It does not convert the model into a 4x4, and drive modes are not substitutes for a rear driven axle, low range or all-terrain tyres. It adds 18-inch alloys, sequential lighting, a 360-degree camera, blind-view monitor, hill-descent support, tyre-pressure monitoring, a 10.25-inch digital cluster, powered and ventilated front seats, panoramic sunroof, leatherette trim, wireless charging, an air purifier and JBL-branded audio with a subwoofer. The flagship's additions are extensive, but engine output and boot capacity remain unchanged. The first-generation Curvv launched in South Africa with Tata Passenger Vehicles' renewed 2025 lineup; no South African facelift has been announced. First-generation South African-market Tata Curvv five-door coupe-inspired SUV, introduced in the brand's 2025 passenger range. One 1.2-litre turbocharged three-cylinder Revotron petrol engine; 88 kW at 5500 rpm and 170 Nm at 1750-4000 rpm; six-speed manual or seven-speed DCA; front-wheel drive. The range moves from a functional seven-inch infotainment and manual climate setup to a 10.25-inch connected screen, automatic climate control and finally powered ventilated seats, twin displays, panoramic glass, wireless charging, air purification and premium audio. The Curvv suits style-conscious families and professionals who need five seats and substantial luggage room, value six-airbag safety and can accept a coupe-shaped rear body and front-wheel-drive-only architecture. Automatic climate, ventilated seats and phone integration on upper grades can improve hot, congested journeys when their operation matches the user's devices and preferences. The Curvv is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R349,900, engine of 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol and a power output of 88 kW @ 5500 rpm. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a 6-Speed Manual transmission, a front-wheel drive drivetrain and a front-wheel drive drivetrain for Curvv. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for family travel, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for Curvv

Tata Curvv — Quick Facts

Tata Curvv Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.2T Pure+ MT Base Petrol Efficiency17.54 km/l Manual ZAR 349,900
1.2T Creative DCA Mid Petrol Efficiency16.39 km/l Automatic ZAR 399,900
1.2T Accomplished S DCA Top Petrol Efficiency16.39 km/l Automatic ZAR 449,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.2T Pure+ MT Base Petrol Efficiency17.54 km/l Manual ZAR 349,900
1.2T Creative DCA Mid Petrol Efficiency16.39 km/l Automatic ZAR 399,900
1.2T Accomplished S DCA Top Petrol Efficiency16.39 km/l Automatic ZAR 449,900
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Tata Curvv Specifications

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Model Introduced Year
2025
Body Style
Coupé SUV
Generation
First-generation South African-market Tata Curvv coupé SUV
Model Year
2026
Production Status
Active
Segment
Mid-size coupé SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Facelift History
Introduced with Tata Passenger Vehicles' South African return in 2025; no South African facelift has been announced
Length
4308 mm
Width
1810 mm
Height
1635 mm
Wheelbase
2560 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
208 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
180 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
44 l
Boot/Cargo Space
500 l
Kerb Weight
1378 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1788 kg
Payload Capacity
410 kg
Towing Capacity
750 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.35 m
Front Headroom
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
910 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
880 mm
Engine
1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
Cylinders
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
88 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, City, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
63.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
123.4 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
LSD Available
No
Gearbox
7-Speed DCT
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Transmission Speeds
7
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
FWD
Axle Layout
4x2
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DCT
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
4.21
Number of Gears
7
Transmission Type
Dual-clutch Automatic
Clutch Type
Wet dual-clutch
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electronic DCA selector
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
14 km/l
Fuel Tank Litres
44
Auto Start Stop
No
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
BS VI Phase 2
Fuel Tank Capacity
44 l
Highway Mileage
14.29 km/l
City Mileage
11 km/l
Claimed Mileage
16.39 km/l
Brake Assist
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
6
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
iTPMS
Park Assist
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual slide, recline and height adjustment
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
6 Way Powered Driver Seat
Seat Trim
Leatherette Seats
Steering Wheel Material
Leather-wrapped
Heated Seats
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Seat Material
Leatherette Seats
Keyless Entry
Standard
Climate Control
Fully Automatic Temperature Control
Power Windows
All Doors
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Sunroof
Voice Assisted Panoramic Sunroof with Moodlighting
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
AC Type
Fully Automatic Temperature Control
Android Auto
Wireless
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
Standard
Infotainment System
10.25" Touchscreen Infotainment by HARMANTM
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
5
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25" digital Instrument Cluster
Roof Rails
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Pristine White, Daytona Grey, Pure Grey, Gold Essence, Opera Blue, Nitro Crimson
Fog Lamps
Standard
Headlights
Bi-Function Full LED Headlamp
Daytime Running Lamps
Connected LED DRLs
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Wading Depth
450 mm
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
25.8 deg
Approach Angle
25.4 deg
Departure Angle
29.3 deg
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Front Brake Type
Front Disc
Handbrake Type
Manual handbrake
Tyre Size
215/55 R18
Rear Brake Type
Rear Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Steel spare wheel, 215/65 R16
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch
Rear Suspension
Semi Independent Twist Blade with Panhard Rod & Coil Spring
Front Suspension
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with Coil Spring & Anti Roll Bar
Service Plan
3 years / 45,000 km
Warranty
5 years / 125,000 km
CO2 Emissions
145 g/km
Pricing Role
Recommended retail price
Price Zar
449900 ZAR
Ownership Role
New passenger vehicle
Starting Price
449900
Starting Price Zar
449900

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Market
South Africa
Brand
Tata
Brand Slug
tata
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Tata
Model
Curvv
OEM URL
https://tatacars.co.za/curvv/overview
Source Name
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles South Africa
Source Page URL
https://tatacars.co.za/api/model/Curvv/ICE/6805fb3788d8760770cd5207
Source URL
https://tatacars.co.za/assets/TATA-CURVV-BROCHURE-jfthAhpF.pdf
Variant
1.2T Accomplished S DCA
Fuel Economy Combined
6.1
Fuel Efficiency
6.1 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
6.1 l/100km
Combined Consumption
6.1
Claimed Fuel Consumption
6.1 l/100km
Average Fuel Consumption
6.1
Price Source
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles South Africa current price selector
Driving fit

Where the Tata Curvv Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

A shopper researching Curvv should separate need from showroom appeal. If a South African price reference of R349,900 solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

City
Around town, Curvv should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a 6-Speed Manual transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading. The urban test for Curvv should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. The vehicle’s a South African price reference of R399,900 is only useful if access and visibility work in practice for Curvv. Check the mirrors and camera yourself, and remember that short journeys, idling and heavy air-conditioning use can move fuel consumption away from the laboratory figure for Curvv
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Curvv out with the load it normally carries. Engine of 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol gives context, but a number cannot show how a power output of 88 kW @ 5500 rpm feels on a gradient. For highway buyers, the Curvv needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Check how it tracks on uneven tar, how the transmission responds after a downshift and whether the boot or load area remains usable for Curvv. A 7-Speed DCT transmission helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort for Curvv
Off-Road
Tata lists 208 mm of unladen ground clearance, useful for uneven road approaches and maintained gravel. If the Curvv will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for Curvv. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for Curvv. A 7-Speed DCT transmission may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for Curvv. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for Curvv
4.4/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.4 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

Tata Curvv — Should You Buy It?

4.4/5
Tata Curvv desk review: design supported by space and safety
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

This rating is an editorial desk assessment based on official Tata South Africa model pages, specifications and brochure data, not a road test or customer score. Curvv earns high safety marks from its six-airbag range baseline and strong practicality from the 500-litre boot and useful clearance. The turbo engine and transmission choice create a credible powertrain case, while Creative and Accomplished S add substantial comfort technology. Value and ownership scores remain controlled because the coupe roof, dual-clutch behaviour, larger-wheel costs and extensive flagship electronics require real-world verification. The result rewards a distinctive SUV with genuine substance rather than its styling alone.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.6/5 · 20%
4.6/5
Value 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Practicality 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
Ownership 4.1/5 · 15%
4.1/5
Powertrain suitability 4.3/5 · 15%
4.3/5
Comfort & technology 4.5/5 · 10%
4.5/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Curvv deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The Curvv buyer should look beyond the silhouette: check rearward visibility, headroom below the sloping roof, flush-handle operation, screen menus, wheel-and-tyre cost and phone compatibility. Curvv is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a South African price reference of R349,900 and accept the limitation represented by a 6-Speed Manual transmission. A fair review of Curvv should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a front-wheel drive drivetrain, a South African price reference of R399,900 and a 7-Speed DCT transmission can be valuable for the right driver for Curvv. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Curvv. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Curvv

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R349,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 88 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Gearbox: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: FWD
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Curvv can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Curvv depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Curvv quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Curvv budget.
  • ✕A short Curvv test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Curvv capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Curvv grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Curvv figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Curvv stock and support terms.

Tata Curvv FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Tata Curvv run from R349,900 to R449,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 1.2T Pure+ MT, 1.2T Creative DCA, 1.2T Accomplished S DCA. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Tata Curvv is 208 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Tata Curvv is 1199 cc, with output shown as 88 kW (118 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the Tata Curvv range: 1.2T Pure+ MT: 17.54 km/l; 1.2T Creative DCA, 1.2T Accomplished S DCA: 16.39 km/l.

A shopper researching Curvv should separate need from showroom appeal. If a South African price reference of R349,900 solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

Around town, Curvv should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a 6-Speed Manual transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading.

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Curvv out with the load it normally carries. Engine of 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol gives context, but a number cannot show how a power output of 88 kW @ 5500 rpm feels on a gradient.

Buyers researching the Tata Curvv often compare it with rivals such as Suzuki Across , Jaecoo J5 , Omoda C5 , Suzuki Grand Vitara , GWM ORA 5 . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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