The Tata Punch is a mini SUV introduced by Tata Motors in the Indian market, which has become a symbol of success and reliability. Tata Punch is a great option for city and highway driving with its compact size and advanced features. With an iron-strong body and a 5-star global NCAP rating, the Tata Punch has become a safe and attractive SUV for Indian families.
Preliminary introduction
With a strong design language similar to the Tata Harrier and Nexon, the Tata Punch brings a sleek and premium look to the new generation. With strong body structure and safety standards Tata Punch has become the best choice for new youth and family.
Design and exterior look
The strong and robust exterior of the Tata Punch gives it a premium SUV look. Tata Punch looks aggressive and stylish with a flat bonnet, split headlamp design and grille design inspired by Harrier and Safari. The front gets a classy look with LED DRLs and projector headlamps. Body colored bumpers, silver skid plates and black cladding add to the strong and dynamic look of the Tata Punch.
Interior and comfort
The interior of the Tata Punch offers a classy and comfortable feel with a dual-tone dashboard, premium finishes and fabric seats. The 5-seater layout offers ample legroom and headroom, which is comfortable for long journeys. Automatic climate control, multi-function steering wheel and power windows along with safety standards make the Tata Punch a modern and comfortable SUV.
Mileage and fuel efficiency
The petrol variant of the Tata Punch returns a higher mileage of 18.97 km/l to 20.09 km/l, while the AMT model also gets an average fuel efficiency of 18-19 km/l. The CNG variant gets a higher mileage of 26-28 km/kg, which is ideal for daily use. Tata Punch’s Eco and CT driving modes help save fuel.
Safety features
The Tata Punch is a mini SUV that has received a 5-star safety rating by Global NCAP. Modern safety features like dual front airbags, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) and ISOFIX child seat anchors make the Tata Punch safe and reliable. Features like reverse parking camera and sensors, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and hill hold control give the Tata Punch a complete safety package.
Prices
- Starting price starts at ₹ 6 lakh.
- Top model goes up to ₹ 10 lakh.
- ₹7.10 lakh CNG model.
- There is a slight price hike for the AMT option, but there is no compromise on features and safety in the model.
Maintenance and service cost
Tata Punch offers low maintenance cost and long term free service package. Maintenance cost by Tata Motors also remains low compared to other SUVs. Service intervals are regular and spare parts are readily available, resulting in low cost maintenance for daily use.
Epilogue
The Tata Punch has carved a niche for itself in the mini SUV segment in the Indian market with its robust body structure, attractive design and modern features. With excellent safety features, mileage and premium looks, the Tata Punch is a great option for first-time SUV buyers. With a robust body and high-end features, the Tata Punch has become an ideal and reliable SUV for both city and highway.
