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Tata Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT

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 1.2T Pure+ MT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 349,900
On-road in
ZAR 361,299
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 349,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,600
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,400
Insurance
ZAR 3,149
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 349,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 6,158/month 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)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 17.54 km/l (41 mpg)
City 12 km/l (28 mpg)
Highway 14 km/l (33 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 1.2T Pure+ MT 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. 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 1.2T Pure+ MT

Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

Its 1,199 cc three-cylinder Revotron turbo-petrol engine produces 88 kW at 5,500 rpm and 170 Nm across 1,750 to 4,000 rpm, driving the front wheels. The broad published torque band is relevant to daily flexibility, while the manual lets the driver choose the ratio before a climb, merge or overtake. A 7-inch Harman infotainment system, four-inch driver display, manual climate control, powered windows, drive modes and remote access cover the cabin essentials. It also sits far below Accomplished S in camera coverage, driver display, seat functions, panoramic roof and premium audio. It is for a buyer attracted to the Curvv's space, shape, engine and safety structure who prefers manual control and can live with a plainer cabin. The first-generation Curvv launched in South Africa with Tata Passenger Vehicles' renewed 2025 range; no local facelift has been announced. Seven-inch Harman infotainment, four-inch driver display, manual climate control, powered windows, drive modes and a practical five-seat cabin. Pure+ MT suits a style-conscious family or individual who wants the Curvv's space, turbo engine and six-airbag foundation, is comfortable with a manual and does not need premium cabin technology. At 4,308 mm long and 1,810 mm wide, the Curvv needs more parking attention than Tiago or Punch, but sensors and a disciplined seating setup help. The six-speed manual provides direct control and the turbo torque band suits ordinary urban acceleration. Seat comfort, rear visibility, road noise and engine response at legal cruising speeds need a representative drive because published dimensions cannot settle them. The Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are an SUV body and Petrol power; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT

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
1312 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1722 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
6-Speed Manual
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
67.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
129.6 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
6-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
FWD
Axle Layout
4x2
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Manual
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
4.44
Number of Gears
6
Transmission Type
Manual
Clutch Type
Self-adjusting hydraulic clutch
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Manual gear lever
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
17 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 km/l
City Mileage
12 km/l
Claimed Mileage
17.54 km/l
Brake Assist
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
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
Not Available
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
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual slide and recline
60 40 Split Seat
Not Available
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual adjustable
Seat Trim
Fabric Seats
Steering Wheel Material
Leather-wrapped
Heated Seats
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Seat Material
Fabric Seats
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Climate Control
Electric Temperature Control
Power Windows
All Doors
Push Button Start
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
AC Type
Electric Temperature Control
Android Auto
Wired
Touchscreen
Standard
USB Ports
Standard
Infotainment System
7" Touchscreen Infotainment by HARMANTM
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
4
Apple CarPlay
Wired
Infotainment Screen
7-inch
Digital Instrument Cluster
4" digital instrument cluster
Roof Rails
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Pristine White, Daytona Grey, Pure Grey, Gold Essence, Opera Blue, Nitro Crimson
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Headlights
LED Headlamp
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRLs
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
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
215/65 R16
Rear Brake Type
Rear Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Steel spare wheel, 215/65 R16
Wheel Rim Size
16-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
136 g/km
Pricing Role
Recommended retail price
Price Zar
349900 ZAR
Ownership Role
New passenger vehicle
Starting Price
349900
Starting Price Zar
349900

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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/6805fb3788d8760770cd51c2
Source URL
https://tatacars.co.za/assets/TATA-CURVV-BROCHURE-jfthAhpF.pdf
Variant
1.2T Pure+ MT
Fuel Economy Combined
5.7
Fuel Efficiency
5.7 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
5.7 l/100km
Combined Consumption
5.7
Claimed Fuel Consumption
5.7 l/100km
Average Fuel Consumption
5.7
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

The sloping rear design should be checked with tall cargo rather than judged by volume alone, but 500 litres gives the model a credible family-luggage foundation. Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with the base trim

City
It is not the correct derivative for someone who wants two-pedal traffic convenience; that begins with Creative DCA. Drive the Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. A South African price reference of R349,900 matters when the cabin or load is full, and engine of 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol can change the cost of repeated short trips
Highway
Run Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between an active listing, a South African price reference of R349,900 and engine of 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol is more informative than maximum speed
Off-Road
It is 4,308 mm long and 1,810 mm wide, with a 2,560 mm wheelbase, 208 mm of unladen ground clearance and a published 500-litre boot. For Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT, the sensible check is the exact fwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath
4.3/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.3 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

Tata Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT — Should You Buy It?

4.3/5
Tata Curvv Pure+ MT desk review: strong fundamentals before luxury
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-02

This desk review uses Tata South Africa's official specification and does not claim an instrumented road test or owner feedback. Pure+ earns a strong safety assessment from its six-airbag and stability-control foundation and good practicality from the 500-litre boot and useful clearance. The turbo-manual powertrain offers more flexible published torque than Tata's smaller naturally aspirated models. Value is balanced against basic screens, manual climate and the lack of automatic or wireless convenience. The rating recognises a substantive entry derivative while leaving room for Creative DCA's broader daily equipment.

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 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
Value 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Practicality 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Ownership 4.0/5 · 15%
4.0/5
Powertrain suitability 4.2/5 · 15%
4.2/5
Comfort & technology 3.8/5 · 10%
3.8/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

The buying case for Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT is specific. Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in an SUV body and accept the limitation represented by Petrol power. The local price should be judged against the equipment that is actually included, not an adjacent trim for Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT. That is the difference between a sound purchase and an expensive specification mismatch for Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT

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

Tata Curvv FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Tata Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT is R349,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

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 1.2T Pure+ MT 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 1.2T Pure+ MT 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.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Tata Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT is around 17.54 km/l.

The sloping rear design should be checked with tall cargo rather than judged by volume alone, but 500 litres gives the model a credible family-luggage foundation. Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT makes the most sense for an owner whose route and budget agree with the base trim

It is not the correct derivative for someone who wants two-pedal traffic convenience; that begins with Creative DCA. Drive the Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic.

Run Curvv 1.2T Pure+ MT at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between an active listing, a South African price reference of R349,900 and engine of 1.2-litre Turbocharged Petrol is more informative...

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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