Sampath Bank and Ideal Motors Partner to Drive Affordable Vehicle Ownership in Sri Lanka

Thursday, 06 November 2025 09:39

Sampath Bank and Ideal Motors Partner to Drive Affordable Vehicle Ownership in Sri Lanka

Sampath Bank PLC recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ideal Motors (Pvt) Ltd., an authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Sri Lanka.

The partnership aims to offer customers enhanced vehicle financing solutions and exclusive benefits that make vehicle ownership more affordable and convenient.

Through this collaboration, Sampath Bank will extend a range of financial privileges to customers purchasing Mahindra vehicles from Ideal Motors.


These include a 0.5% per annum reduction in the published leasing interest rates, loans to cover vehicle insurance premiums with no interest if settled within two months, and Sampath Credit Cards with no joining fee, enabling customers to pay their insurance premiums at 0% interest for up to 12 months.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Deepal De Silva, Chief Operating Officer, Sampath Bank PLC, said,


“This partnership represents our commitment to delivering practical financial solutions that support our customers’ lifestyle aspirations.


The collaboration with Ideal Motors enables us to offer more accessible financing and flexible repayment options, empowering individuals and businesses to make confident vehicle ownership decisions.


It also reflects our broader vision of being a trusted financial partner that continuously anticipates and responds to customer needs.”

Expressing her thoughts on the partnership, Ms. Nimisha Welgama, Director – Legal and Corporate Affairs, Ideal Motors (Pvt) Ltd., said,


“We are pleased to collaborate with Sampath Bank to offer customers a selection of Mahindra vehicles complemented by attractive financing options, enhancing both value and the overall ownership experience.”

Established in 2009, Ideal Motors (Pvt) Ltd. is a leading Sri Lankan conglomerate with diversified interests in automotive, finance and related sectors.


The company serves as the
authorised distributor for Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India, offering import, distribution, aftersales and roadside assistance services across Sri Lanka.

The MoU between Sampath Bank and Ideal Motors brings together two trusted Sri Lankan entities, both deeply committed to delivering value-driven, customer-focused solutions that contribute to the country’s economic progress.

Photo Caption : Mr. Kasun Fernando, General Manager – Ideal Motors (Pvt) Ltd (fourth from left), and Mr. Deepal De Silva, Chief Operating Officer – Sampath Bank (fifth from right), exchange the MoU in the presence of officials from both organisations.

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