Ratan Tata launches JLR showroom in Mumbai

Jaguar Land Rover's official entry to the fast-growing Indian car market was marked today by the opening of a flagship showroom facility at Ceejay House in Mumbai by Ratan N Tata, Chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Motors.

The exciting new range of premium luxury vehicles available for the Indian market will include the Jaguar XF, XFR and XKR and Land Rover Discovery 3, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover. 

Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed Tata Motors as its exclusive importer and the world-class Ceejay House facility in Worli, Mumbai, will offer a wide range of both Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles, with a dedicated showroom section for each brand. It aims to establish a benchmark experience in luxury car sales in India, with plans to develop the dealer network throughout 2009 and 2010.

Ratan N Tata, Chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Motors said,  “We are extremely pleased and proud to introduce the Jaguar Land Rover brands in the Indian market and give the discerning Indian customer direct access to these prestigious brands, accompanied by a parts and service network. We hope that they will delight customers in India just as they have done in markets the world over.”

David Smith, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover said, "Jaguar Land Rover is delighted to have officially opened our first showroom in India.  It is an exciting time to be entering the Indian market, a country with increasing affluence and an economy which is still growing.  We believe that the Indian market holds significant growth potential in the long term, and we hope to tap the demand for premium vehicles from discerning customers."

The prices for Jaguar and land Rover vehicles range from approximately from Rs 65 lakhs to Rs 100 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai) depending on model and specifications.