Tata Motors Launches Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime Buses at Prawaas 5.0, Showcases Advanced Passenger Mobility Portfolio

Bengaluru, India, July 9, 2026: Tata Motors has strengthened its commercial passenger vehicle portfolio with the launch of the all-new Tata Ultra Prime and Tata Starbus Prime bus range at Prawaas 5.0 in Bengaluru. The company also showcased a wide array of commercial passenger mobility solutions, including electric, CNG and diesel-powered vehicles, reaffirming its commitment to safer, smarter and more sustainable public transportation.

The new-generation buses have been designed to deliver improved passenger comfort, enhanced safety and greater operational efficiency, catering to applications such as school transportation, employee commuting, tourism, intercity and urban mobility.

Tata Motors unveils next-generation Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime buses

The newly introduced Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime range feature refreshed styling, upgraded interiors and a host of advanced technologies aimed at improving the overall passenger experience.

Key highlights include:

• Enhanced ride quality with lower noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels
• Premium interiors designed for greater passenger comfort
• 29 advanced safety features
• Driver Monitoring System (DMS)
• 360-degree camera
• Intelligent Transport System (ITS)
• Rear Parking Assistance System (RPAS)

The buses are targeted at fleet operators in the school, staff transport and tourism segments looking for higher uptime and lower lifecycle costs.

Tata Motors showcases comprehensive passenger mobility portfolio

Alongside the launch, Tata Motors displayed one of its most diverse passenger mobility line-ups covering multiple applications and fuel technologies.

Tata LPO 1620 CNG

Designed for intercity and intracity transportation, the LPO 1620 CNG offers:

• Lower operating costs
• High passenger carrying capacity
• Reduced emissions for sustainable public transport

Tata Ultra Prime LPO 412

A premium platform for tourism and long-distance travel, the Ultra Prime LPO 412 focuses on:

• Superior ride comfort
• Enhanced passenger experience
• High-performance intercity operations

Tata Ultra Skool 9/9 EV

The electric school bus has been developed for safe and sustainable student transportation.

Key features include:

• Fast-charging capability
• Extended driving range
• Advanced safety systems
• Optional paint scheme and graphics specially designed to make travel more comfortable for neurodivergent children

Tata Ultra Prime RE Concept

Making its India debut at Prawaas 5.0, the Ultra Prime RE Concept has been developed specifically for city bus operations.

It promises:

• Higher fleet productivity
• Improved passenger comfort
• Enhanced operational reliability

Tata Magic EV

The Magic EV continues Tata Motors’ push towards zero-emission mobility.

Highlights include:

• Up to 120 km driving range on a single charge
• Low operating costs
• Ideal for last-mile and feeder transport applications

Tata Winger Plus

The Winger Plus caters to staff transportation, institutional use and tourism with:

• Spacious cabin
• Premium passenger comfort
• Improved operating efficiency

Tata Motors focuses on customer-centric mobility

Speaking at the event, Anand S, Vice President and Business Head – Commercial Passenger Vehicles, Tata Motors Ltd., said Prawaas continues to be an important platform for understanding evolving customer requirements across the passenger transport industry.

He noted that the company’s latest portfolio has been developed to address diverse mobility needs, ranging from employee transport and tourism to school buses and last-mile connectivity. According to him, the combination of lower operating costs, improved passenger comfort, advanced safety features and expanding electric mobility solutions will help fleet operators maximise uptime, improve profitability and deliver a superior travel experience.

Strong nationwide service support

Tata Motors highlighted that its passenger mobility products are backed by an extensive network of more than 4,600 sales and service touchpoints across India.

Customers also benefit from:

• Sampoorna Seva 2.0, offering 24×7 roadside assistance, annual maintenance packages and assured parts availability
• Tata Motors Fleet Management Solution for improved vehicle monitoring and fleet productivity
• Easy availability of Tata Genuine Parts to maximise vehicle uptime and lifecycle value

Strengthening India’s passenger transport ecosystem

With the launch of the new Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime range and the showcase of advanced electric and CNG mobility solutions, Tata Motors continues to strengthen its leadership in India’s commercial passenger vehicle segment. The company’s latest portfolio reflects a balanced approach towards safety, sustainability, operational efficiency and customer-centric innovation as public and private transport operators increasingly adopt cleaner and smarter mobility solutions.