Tata Motors is gearing up for a jam-packed year in 2026. They've already kicked things off by starting deliveries of the Sierra SUV and unveiling the Punch Facelift, Punch EV Facelift, Tiago Facelift, and Tiago EV Facelift. On top of that, the brand-new Avinya lineup of vehicles is slated to hit the market in 2026 too.

The first model in the Avinya series will be the Avinya X Coupe SUV. Now, here's a twist: there are reports suggesting Tata might ditch the previously announced JLR EMA platform for this vehicle. In its place, they could go with the newer platform debuted on the recently showcased Freelander EV.

Adding to this, the production version of the Avinya X is internally named P2. Sources hint that it'll be built on a modified version of Chery’s premium EOX platform, often referred to as the iMAX platform. The neat thing about this setup? It supports electric systems up to 800V and boasts DC fast charging capabilities up to 350 kW.

It was previously expected that the Tata Avinya X would be built on JLR's EMA platform. However, it now appears that this plan has been abandoned and Chery's platform has been chosen. According to reports, using JLR's EMA platform was proving to be too expensive considering the Avinya's price and projected sales figures, forcing Tata to choose this second option.

According to reports, the company's engineers are working to adapt this platform to India's conditions and requirements, minimizing costs. According to people familiar with the matter, using JLR's EMA platform was proving cost-effective.

The first vehicle to be launched in this new lineup will be the Avinya X Coupe SUV, followed by a premium three-row electric SUV. Testing of this modified platform is currently underway, and prototype testing is expected to begin by the end of this year. Consequently, the timeline for the vehicle's debut, launch, or production could now extend to mid-2027.

These vehicles are expected to use batteries with capacities ranging from 65kWh to 80kWh, sourced from Tata's own battery company, Agratas. It is worth noting that Chery is also supplying parts to JSW Motors, which may increase the use of similar components among different brands operating in India.