TEMSA’S MIDIBUS ICON PRESTIJ RETURNS WITH A BOLD NEW IDENTITY

TEMSA, a global mobility solutions provider and one of the strongest midibus players in Europe, unveils the new generation of its legendary Prestij.
As part of its growing product portfolio tailored to meet the mobility needs of short- and medium- distance passenger transportation, TEMSA has introduced the fully redesigned Prestij,model with nearly 20,000 units sold globally since its debut in 1992. The launch marks the first major design overhaul since 2016 and reflects TEMSA’s commitment to combining technological innovation, operational efficiency, and top-tier safety in a compact form.
With an established presence in over 20 countries spanning Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, TEMSA continues to strengthen its leadership in the midibus segment. The Prestij, long recognized as a symbol of comfort, reliability, and value, returns with a modern look, advanced safety systems, and driver- and passenger-focused features that make it a perfect fit for tourism transport, airport shuttles, school bus fleets, and employee transfers.
"A Model That Shaped the Midibus Segment"
Speaking at the launch event, TEMSA CEO Evren Güzel emphasized the strategic role Prestj plays in the company’s portfolio:
“Prestij has always been more than just a vehicle for us. It’s a part of the TEMSA legacy – a pioneer that opened doors in the midibus market more than three decades ago. With nearly 20,000 units produced, it reflects our deep-rooted expertise in this segment. Today, the new Prestij stands as a flagship of our future vision, bringing modern design, efficiency, and cutting-edge safety features together.”
Legend Reborn The New Prestij
The redesigned Prestij features a 3-liter engine offering maximum performance with minimum fuel consumption, maintaining its class-leading cost-efficiency. It is also equipped with a comprehensive range of advanced safety technologies—delivering a safety infrastructure that goes well beyond regulatory requirements. These include cutting-edge systems such as the Advanced Emergency Braking System, Blind Spot Information System, Moving Off Information System, Intelligent Speed Assistance, Reversing Detection, Emergency Stop Signal, Driver Drowsiness and Attention Warning—ensuring the highest level of protection for both drivers and passengers.
From a design standpoint, Prestij has undergone a complete transformation. Its LED lighting system, refined front and rear masks, and modern color options like deep blue and smoky grey trims give it a sleek, contemporary look. The digitally enhanced cockpit, featuring 29 language options, caters to TEMSA’s increasingly global customer base.
Redefining User Experience
The new Prestij is also offered with a 6+1 AMT transmission option, allowing it to adapt to different market dynamics and offering versatile usability. Inside, the passenger cabin is optimized for comfort and usability, with ergonomic seating, digital driver information screens, and modern styling that appeals to both operators and passengers alike.
“This vehicle embodies the future direction of our entire product line,” said Güzel. “Prestij is not just making a comeback — it’s setting the standard for the next generation of midibuses in terms of design, functionality, and user experience. We view this model as a key catalyst in accelerating TEMSA’s growth across Europe and other international markets.”
With the launch of the new Prestij, TEMSA once again demonstrates its engineering excellence , customer-centric philosophy , and long-term commitment to sustainable, accessible, and smart mobility solutions.
Additionally, while sales of the current Prestij model will continue in the European market, the new Prestij will make its debut at the Busworld Europe fair in October. Following its launch at the fair, sales of the new Prestij are also scheduled to begin.