Jaguar Land Rover's Q3 Sees Wholesales Soar 27% to Hit 1.01 Lakh Units
- Posted on January 8, 2024
- Business
- By Arijit Dutta
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Jaguar Land Rover, a Tata Motors subsidiary, witnessed a stellar Q3 with a 27% surge in wholesales, reaching 1.01 lakh units. Despite a slight dip in order numbers due to increased fulfillment, the fiscal year-to-date sales stood at an impressive 2.91 lakh units, showcasing a 28% year-on-year growth and sustained consumer demand.
In
the third quarter of the fiscal year, Jaguar
Land Rover (JLR), a Tata Motors subsidiary, showcased a remarkable surge in
its total wholesales. The numbers soared by an impressive 27%, reaching a
significant milestone of 1.01 lakh units by the end of December 31, 2023. This
surge in sales marks a substantial achievement for JLR, reflecting its robust
performance during this period.
The
statement released by JLR, disseminated on the BSE platform by Tata Motors,
highlighted this surge as the highest wholesales recorded in 11 quarters. This
achievement underscores the brand's resilience and market demand for its
offerings.
The
success story continued to unfold across the fiscal year, with the year-to-date
wholesales for FY24 culminating at a noteworthy 2.91 lakh units. This figure
represents a substantial 28% year-on-year increase, signifying sustained growth
and consumer preference for Jaguar Land Rover vehicles.
However, amidst this success, the order book portrayed a slight decline, registering 1.48 lakh client orders at the close of the third quarter, compared to 1.68 lakh orders at the end of the second quarter. This dip in numbers, as per JLR's statement, attributes itself to the increased fulfillment of orders. The heightened demand led to extended waiting times for vehicle delivery, affecting the order book figures.
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Yet,
amidst the slight decline in order numbers, specific models continued to
captivate consumer interest and demand. Models like the Range Rover, Range
Rover Sport, and Defender collectively contributed to 76% of the order book,
emphasizing their continued popularity and significance in Jaguar Land Rover's
sales portfolio.
The
surge in Q3 wholesales serves as a testament to JLR's market resilience, even
amid challenges, and reinforces its position as a sought-after brand in the
automotive industry. The sustained growth trajectory and strong consumer
interest in key models position Jaguar Land Rover favorably in the market
landscape.