The return of Santana

Soon you will discover what true power and reliability mean in a new era

Santana 400 – New Era

Where advanced technology meets 4x4 traction and off‑road spirit

400 PHEV

Plug‑in hybrid with efficiency and off‑road power

From €47,000 (VAT and taxes not included)

Learn more

400 D

Pure diesel, built for work and adventure

From €31,400 (VAT and taxes not included)

Learn more

History of Santana

Everything new is nothing but the old forgotten.

Foundation of Metalúrgica de Santa Ana
1956

Foundation of Metalúrgica de Santa Ana

The factory in Linares (Spain) is inaugurated, specializing in agricultural equipment.

In its early years, the company manufactures parts and components for tractors and other machinery..

Start of Santana vehicle production
1958

Start of Santana vehicle production

An agreement is signed with Land Rover for licensed production of off-road vehicles.

The first Land Rover Santana units roll off the production line, adapted to Spain’s demanding conditions..

Santana expands beyond Spain
1968

Santana expands beyond Spain

The brand becomes a key player in South America, Africa, and Europe.

Export lines open, supplying vehicles to more than 50 countries..

Production boom
1970s

Production boom

The Santana range expands with Series II and Series III models, known for their robustness.

At peak production, the factory produces up to 30,000 vehicles per year..

Full production cycle
1980

Full production cycle

Santana Motors gains the right to develop and modify its vehicles without Land Rover’s approval.

Proprietary off-road models are launched for military and civilian use..

Collaboration with Suzuki
1985

Collaboration with Suzuki

A contract is signed with Suzuki, beginning production of Suzuki SJ and other models under the Santana brand.

Successful launch of Samurai, Vitara, and Jimny models..

Financial difficulties and new models
1995 - 2000s

Financial difficulties and new models

The Andalusian government takes control of the company.

Development of the Santana Aníbal (PS-10) and agreements with IVECO lead to the Massif model..

End of production
2011

End of production

The Santana factory in Linares closes and the last vehicles leave the production line.

The brand ceases operations.

Grupo JPG maintains spare parts distribution..

Rebirth of the legend
2023

Rebirth of the legend

Santana Motors, S.L. is created with the participation of automotive experts and Grupo JPG to revive the legendary brand..

Presentation of the PS8 prototype
2024

Presentation of the PS8 prototype

The first vehicle after 13 years of inactivity, designed for public institutions and tenders..

Creation of Santana Factory, S.L.
2024

Creation of Santana Factory, S.L.

Presentation in Beijing of the «Santana Factory» project, a collaboration between Santana Motors and Coronet Group..

More coming soon…
2025

More coming soon…

The new Santana Factory will once again produce national «Made in Spain» vehicles..

Santana Factory – Returning to the Origins

The new Santana Factory will resume production of national «Made in Spain» vehicles.

military trucks
santana motors
assembly line

Our vehicles are manufactured at the historic facilities in Linares, Andalusia, where they were assembled for nearly 70 years.

Ubicación