India’s most affordable four-wheel mini truck, the all-new Tata ACE Pro, is here to reshape the dynamics of intracity cargo transportation, writes Upendra Kasbekar.
Priced at just Rs.3.99 lakh (Ex-showroom), the Tata ACE Pro range from Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles (TMCV) reaffirms the company’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses with dependable, versatile, and future-ready mobility solutions. Over two decades ago, Tata ACE created a revolution in India’s last-mile cargo ecosystem by addressing a vacuum in the industry. Fast Forward, in 2025, the ACE legacy has the CV major take a new leap with the launch of ‘Tata ACE Pro’ range, a purposeful upgrade built to meet the evolving demands of new age transporters. Tata Motors Commercial Vehicle (TMCV) has carefully built this vehicle in the petrol, bi-fuel (CNG+Petrol) and EV variants for those ready to turn aspirations into progress across duty cycles.
Girish Wagh, Executive Director, Tata Motors Ltd. reminisced how the launch of the Tata ACE in 2005 had revolutionised cargo mobility in India. “Over the past two decades, it has successfully empowered more than 25 lakh entrepreneurs to become a symbol of progress and possibility. With the all-new Tata ACE Pro, we are building on this legacy with renewed purpose for a new generation of dreamers,” he averred. The Tata ACE Pro isn’t just a truck it’s a statement of intent for every entrepreneur ready to take charge of their future, he emphasised.
Built For The Intracity Hustle
India’s roadways are as diverse as its people, and the Tata ACE Pro is engineered to navigate them all. Whether it’s city lanes, suburban routes, or rural stretches, this mini-truck ensures smooth and reliable cargo movement. With its 0.75-tonne (750 kg) best-in-class payload capacity and a robust 6.5 ft. deck, the ACE Pro is tailored to suit a wide range of applications including and not limited to container logistics, B2G duty cycles like civic operations of municipalities, and in cold chain as a reefer for context.
Its sturdy chassis and rugged aggregates deliver the durability needed for demanding operations, making it an ideal candidate for daily intracity hauls and demanding work conditions. Customers can now book the vehicle at Tata Motor’s 1250 plus sales outlets or online via Fleet Verse. Tata’s collaboration with top banks and NBFCs has further made ownership easier through flexible EMI options, quick loan approvals, and enhanced funding support.
Powertrains That Empower
To address the rising demand for fuel flexibility and operational efficiency, the ACE Pro is offered in Petrol, Bi-Fuel (CNG + Petrol), EV variants. Petrol Powered by a 694cc engine producing 30 bhp and 55 Nm torque, it offers strong performance for high-turnover urban and semi-urban businesses. Bi-Fuel (CNG + Petrol) combines the economy of CNG with a five-litre petrol backup. It delivers a rated peak power of 26 bhp and 51 Nm torque in CNG mode deemed suited for cities with inconsistent fuel availability. In the EV guise it offers a certified range of 155 km, with 38 bhp at its disposal, and 104 Nm of instant torque, coupled to all-weather dependability courtesy an IP67-rated battery and motor.
Pinaki Haldar, Vice President & Business Head – SCVPU, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, shared, “The purposeful Tata ACE Pro has been developed with deep customer insights and engineered to meet a diverse range of applications. It has undergone rigorous testing across various terrains and weather conditions, covering lakhs of kilometres. “With its multi-fuel options, easy affordability and enhanced drivability, the Tata ACE Pro delivers superior value across diverse use cases,” he explained.
Design That Delivers More Than Cargo
Comfort and safety are at the forefront of this architecture. The ACE Pro’s cabin feels familiar yet enhanced with car-like ergonomics, ample legroom, thoughtful storage, and an AIS096 crash-tested body. The vehicle also includes a digital instrument cluster, optional infotainment, gear shift advisor, and reverse parking assistance features once rare in this segment. TMCV has added intelligence to this reliability with its connected tech platform, Fleet Edge. With over eight lakh vehicles already connected, it offers transporters insights on driver behaviour, vehicle health, and maintenance needs, helping boost uptime and efficiency.
Ownership Without The Hassle
With the Tata Ace Pro, Tata Motors assures customers a low Total Cost Of Ownership (TCO). Rolled out as a trusted companion for transporters, it addresses a void in the sub-two-tonne segment as India’s most affordable cargo carrier.
Tata ACE Pro is more than a commercial vehicle it’s an economic enabler designed for India’s next generation of cargo entrepreneurs. Its multiple fuel options, modern features, reliable service network, and aggressive pricing make it a smart choice for businesses aiming to scale. With TMCV trusted legacy and engineering excellence, the ACE Pro is set to redefine what the mini-truck segment can achieve for today, and tomorrow.
