Tata Punch launched , Cheapest 5-star SUV [Oct 19, 2021]
Tata Punch launched , Cheapest 5-star SUV
With a starting price of Rs. 5.49 lakh (ex-showroom), the Tata Punch is launched in the country today. It will compete with the likes of Maruti Suzuki Ignis and Mahindra KUV100 NXT in our market.
Tata Punch has gone on sale at a starting price of Rs. 5.49 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base-spec Pure trim. The top-spec Creative variant is priced at Rs. 8.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The mid-spec Adventure and Accomplished trims will retail at ex-showroom prices of Rs. 6.39 lakh and Rs. 7.29 lakh, respectively. These prices are introductory and will be valid till December 31 only.
The sub-compact SUV has managed to garner a lot of limelight . It will take on the likes of Maruti Suzuki Ignis and Mahindra KUV100 NXT. The sub-compact SUV is based on the carmaker’s ALFA platform, which also underpins the Altroz.
The Punch gets a complete 5-star Global NCAP crash-test rating.
Dimensionally, the Punch is smaller than the Nexon. The Punch measures 3,827 mm in length, 1,742 mm in width, and 1,618 mm in height. Also, the ground clearance is a respectable 187 mm, while the boot space measures 366 litres. It is available with a 1.2L Revotron petrol motor. The three-pot naturally-aspirated motor develops a peak power output of 86 PS and max torque of 113 Nm. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 5-speed AMT.
The vertically split headlamp setup looks appealing, and the overall silhouette of the car is very upright. In fact, it comes loaded with a slew of features onboard. The list comprises a touchscreen infotainment unit, 6-speaker sound system, automatic climate control, traction control, cruise control, multi-function steering wheel and more.