Bengaluru, Karnataka, 22nd September 2025: Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, inaugurated its new dealership for Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) in Bengaluru. This is the 3rd LCV dealership in Bengaluru and the 11th in the state of Karnataka. The company currently offers a wide range of LCV products – BADA DOST, DOST, SAATHI, PARTNER, and MiTR.
The new channel partner, Sanvit Motors, has a 3S (Sales, Service, and Spares) facility strategically located at Dodda Amanikere, Old Madras Road, Near Hoskote Toll Gate, Hoskote. The facility is equipped with advanced tools, quick service bays and has modern infrastructure to ensure a superior customer experience.Mr. Viplav Shah, Head – LCV Business, Ashok Leyland Ltd. said, “Karnataka has always been an important market for us. We are delighted to strengthen our presence here with the new dealership in Bengaluru. Our relationship with customers is built on trust, performance, and shared growth. Our products are known for their superior mileage, reliability, and performance. With a robust network and an industry-leading service retention, we take pride in the continued confidence our customers place in us. The opening of this new dealership marks another step in our commitment to delivering world-class products and unmatched service.”
Today, over 6 lac Ashok Leyland LCVs operate across India, reflecting our strong presence in the segment. Earlier this year, Ashok Leyland entered the sub-2-ton segment with the launch of SAATHI.. Powered by a new-generation 45 HP engine delivering 110 Nm of torque, SAATHI offers the largest loading area in its segment and an industry-leading payload capacity of 1,120 kg. Designed to redefine the entry-level small commercial vehicle market, SAATHI has already become a game-changer in the industry.
BADA DOST is the first product to be built on an all-new robust LCV platform and has five variants: i2, i3+, i5, i5XL and i5+. It is powered with an 80 hp BS6 engine that delivers best-in-class power & mileage, best-in-class payload, and best-in-class load body length and loading space that helps customers earn more profit per trip. DOST range comes in the following configurations– DOST XL and DOST+ XL to cater to different sections of the market and applications.
PARTNER, a modern & highly fuel-efficient load carrier, caters to the 4-ton payload segment and is available in both 4 tyre and 6 tyre options. PARTNER is based on an internationally acclaimed vehicle platform & carries the renowned ZD30 CRDI engine.
MiTR bus is offered in both staff bus & school bus options. It provides superior mileage even in stop-and-go conditions. MiTR School Bus complies with all school bus safety norms & offers unmatched ride comfort.