Ashok Leyland SAATHI Launched at Bharat Mobility 2025: Know Price, Specifications, etc

January 17, New Delhi: Ashok Leyland unveiled its newest entry-level light commercial vehicle, the Ashok Leyland SAATHI at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.
The launch ceremony was graced by Shri HD Kumaraswamy, the Honourable Union Minister of Heavy Industries and Steel, alongside Ashok Leyland’s MD & CEO, Mr. Shenu Agarwal.
In addition to SAATHI, Ashok Leyland also showcased several other innovative vehicles at the Expo, including a fully built unit (FBU) of the Ashok Leyland GARUD 15 — India’s first multi-axle, front-engine 15-meter premium bus.
Designed for long-distance intercity travel, the GARUD 15 offers impressive features like 42 sleeper berths, a spacious luggage compartment, and the highest GVW of 22,500 kg in its category.
These features maximize revenue potential for bus operators by ensuring higher capacity and efficient space utilization.
The bus also comes with ergonomic driver seating and advanced safety features such as ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) and DMS (Driver Monitoring System), promoting a safe and comfortable experience for both drivers and passengers on long journeys.
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Ashok Leyland SAATHI: Power at Value Pricing
SAATHI, a premium Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV), is set to redefine expectations in the entry-level segment. With cutting-edge LNT technology, the vehicle boasts an impressive 45 horsepower and 110 Nm of torque, making it one of the most powerful in its class.
Its 1120 kg payload capacity is unmatched, while its 24% larger loading area ensures maximum efficiency for users.
Built to minimize operational hassles, SAATHI doesn’t require AdBlue, thanks to the revolutionary LNT technology, making it a more streamlined and cost-effective solution.
Additionally, the vehicle comes with a 5-year/2-lakh-km warranty and superior ride comfort, ensuring reliability and ease of use.
Priced competitively at ₹6,49,999 for the FSD variant, SAATHI is positioned as the ideal vehicle for last-mile urban mobility, combining both performance and affordability.
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Ashok Leyland SAATHI Specifications
Feature | Specification |
---|---|
Engine Technology | LNT Technology |
Power | 45 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm |
Payload Capacity | 1120 kg |
Loading Area Size | 24% Larger than competitors |
Fuel Technology | No AdBlue Required |
Warranty | 5 years or 2 lakh km |
Ride Comfort | Superior Ride Comfort |
Price (FSD Variant) | ₹6,49,999 |
Target Segment | Last-Mile Urban Mobility |
Ashok Leyland’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Dheeraj Hinduja, emphasized the company’s pioneering role in advancing commercial vehicle technology.
He highlighted that the Ashok Leyland SAATHI would set a new benchmark for customer value and is part of Ashok Leyland’s broader strategy to expand its presence in both domestic and international markets.