Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) has announced that the Indian-made Nexon will be introduced in South Africa as the Tata Osprey in the third quarter of 2026. The compact SUV will be the fifth model in the South African range, alongside the Tiago, Punch, Curvv and Harrier. The Indian-made SUV will be sold under a different name in South Africa, Tata Motors says that the name Osprey is derived from a bird of prey found throughout the country. The company says the name reflects the SUV’s style while highlighting its value.Apart from the new name, Tata Motors has not announced any major changes to the SUV. The Osprey will be based on the India-spec Nexon, while details on variants, powertrain options and pricing will be revealed closer to its Q3 2026 launch. Tata has confirmed that the Osprey will retain the Nexon’s five-star NCAP safety rating.Powertrain details for the South African market have not yet been released. In India, the Nexon is offered with a 120hp 1.2-liter three-stroke turbo-petrol engine and a 115hp 1.5-liter four-stroke diesel engine, paired with a 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 5-speed AMT or 6-speed depending on the two transmissions. The Osprey is expected to carry a list of Nexon equipment, including two 10.25-inch screens, climate control, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone ordering, a panoramic sunroof, a JBL audio system and an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) suite.The Osprey will be available under Curvv in South Africa, similar to the Indian market. Tata Motors said the expansion follows customer demand since the brand re-entered South Africa in August 2025, Allison describes the arrival of the Osprey as another important factor in the company’s expansion into the market.Commenting on the launch, Jeff Allison, General Manager – Marketing and Products, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles South Africa, said, “South African customers are increasingly looking for vehicles that combine modern styling, technology, safety and excellent value for money, and the Tata Osprey delivers.”