Ambassador Ambassador Mark III
Ex-Showroom Price
Ambassador Ambassador Mark III
The Ambassador Mark III introduced the first diesel engine option for the iconic Indian car — a landmark moment that transformed the Ambassador into India's first mass-market diesel sedan and cemented its dominance in the taxi sector.
Price Breakup
Please select variant first
Key Specification
1489 cc
Engine Displacement
4
Cylinders
.png&w=64&q=75 "Max Power"){kind=small}
55 PS
Max Power
.png&w=64&q=75 "Max Torque"){kind=small}
112 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Max Torque
5
Seating Capacity
.png&w=64&q=75 "Fuel Type"){kind=small}
Petrol
Fuel Type
168 mm
Ground Clearance
6.40 x 13
Tyre Size
.png&w=64&q=75 "Boot Space"){kind=small}
450 Litres
Boot Space
Sedan
Body Type
4-speed MT
Transmission
Ambassador Ambassador Mark III variants
Ambassador price for the base model starts at (on-road Mumbai). 0 variants are listed below.
Data is not available
Showrooms
Service Center
Ambassador Ambassador Mark III Colors (3)
Ambassador Ambassador Mark III Colors (3)
Old English White
Old English White
Black
Ivory
Ambassador Ambassador Mark III Latest Updates
- •
Ambassador Mark III introduced the first diesel engine option — a significant update that made it popular with taxi operators.
- •
Diesel Mark III examples are particularly sought-after by collectors for their historical significance.
- •
Ambassador clubs continue to host rallies and restoration events for Mark III owners across India.
Performance and driveability
The Mark III's most important addition was the ISUZU diesel engine — making the Ambassador India's first widely available diesel sedan. Diesel variants were immediately popular with the taxi trade for their lower running costs.
Interior and tech
Slightly improved interior over the Mark II with better trim quality. The Ambassador's wide, spacious bench seating and tall roofline remained unchanged — supremely practical for Indian conditions.
Who should buy
For Ambassador collectors particularly interested in the first diesel variant — a historically significant model that transformed the Ambassador from a petrol-only product to India's most versatile classic sedan.
Ambassador Ambassador Mark III Brochure
How is Ambassador Ambassador Mark III
Pros
- •First Ambassador with diesel engine — historically significant.
- •Classic Indian taxi heritage — the Ambassador that ran Indian cities.
- •Strong collector interest for diesel variants.
Cons
- •No safety features by modern standards.
- •1970s technology throughout.
- •Parts for the ISUZU diesel variant are scarce.
User Review
Exterior
Comfort
Performance
Economy
Value for money
No doubts found.
Upcoming Cars
Recommended Cars for you
Popular Coupe Cars
Stories
Review by Influencer
Trending Shorts
Trending Video
Talk With Expert
Engage in genuine, confident discussions with experts, fostering trust, sharing insights, and encouraging collaborative problem-solving.
Ambassador Ambassador Mark III News and Guide
No blog posts found.