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•1w

Hi team, I booked a Tata Punch Empowered+ EV in late June in Goa and was initially told that I might get it by September. However, the dealer now says that due to high demand, the delivery could be delayed until November - December. Since I made the booking, the Punch EV’s price is now quite close to that of the base Kia Syros EV. Concerns around after-sales service and the delivery delay are also making me a bit hesitant. I was therefore considering the Kia Syros EV HTK, the base variant. Is there any way to get a 360-degree camera fitted without voiding the warranty? Alternatively, can I install a dashcam that provides at least front and rear feeds on the car’s main screen, again without affecting the warranty? If this is feasible, I feel the Syros EV base variant could be a compelling option. Could you please suggest whether I should make the switch or stick with my existing Punch EV booking?

•26m

Given the delay and price increase on the Tata Punch Empowered+ EV, the Kia Syros EV HTK is now a very compelling alternative. It is a larger, more premium car with a more spacious cabin and a better overall ownership experience. This Tata car is still a good product, but the Syros EV is simply a more complete car for a similar price.

On the 360-degree camera, the answer is unfortunately no. The Syros EV HTK does not come with the necessary hardware (multiple cameras, control module, integration with the car's electronics) to support a factory-style 360-degree system. Aftermarket kits are available, but they require significant wiring and integration work, and Kia will not support them under warranty.

A dashcam is a better solution. You can fit a high-quality front and rear dashcam system without voiding the car's warranty, as long as the installation is done cleanly and does not involve cutting or splicing into the car's wiring harness. However, the feed will not display on the main infotainment screen. It will record to its own memory card and can be viewed on a phone app or a small screen on the dashcam itself.

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I am looking to buy the top-spec Punch EV, but I am willing to wait for Hyundai's upcoming compact EV if it is priced in a similar bracket. Is it worth waiting, or is the Hyundai likely to exceed the Rs 15 lakh price bracket?

•1d

Yes, it is worth waiting. Hyundai has now confirmed that its new compact EV, codenamed HE1i, will debut by the end of 2026. It will sit below the Creta Electric and compete with the Punch EV, Nexon EV, XUV 3XO EV and Syros EV. It will also get standard- and long-range versions.The interesting part for you is pricing. Current expected pricing puts the Hyundai at roughly Rs 10–14 lakh in Delhi, depending on the battery/variant, although these are still estimates and not Hyundai's official prices.So if your ceiling is around Rs 15 lakh, there is a good chance the Hyundai will fit, including a higher-spec version. It should also be more spacious and better suited to your requirements than the Punch EV.

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•3d

I am currently using a 2015 Grand i10 Asta petrol and am planning to buy the Tata Punch EV 40kWh. My monthly running is around 800km. Should I go for the Punch EV or continue with my Grand i10?

•2d

With a monthly running of 800km, the financial case for an electric car is not particularly strong. The savings on fuel are real, but at this usage level it will take a long time to offset the higher upfront cost of the Punch EV 40kWh. Your Grand i10 Asta petrol is a reliable, well-maintained car and still has plenty of life left in it, so from a purely financial perspective it makes sense to continue with it for a few more years.The decision to switch to the Punch EV should be driven more by your desire for a modern, feature-rich car and the EV ownership experience rather than running cost savings alone. The Punch EV 40kWh is a well-rounded product with a usable real-world range of over 300km, good ride comfort and a strong feature set.If you are happy with the Grand i10 and it is serving your needs well, the sensible decision is to continue with it. If you are keen on the EV experience and want a new car, the Punch EV 40kWh is a good choice, but do it for the ownership experience rather than the savings.

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I have been using an i20 for almost 14 years now, and I’m quite satisfied with its ownership experience and service quality. I’m now planning to upgrade to an EV, with a strict on-road budget of Rs 25 lakh. My monthly running would be around 850- 1,000 km, mostly within the city. Since my parents would accompany me on almost 40% of my trips, easy ingress and egress, along with a comfortable ride quality, are important to me. I’m looking for a reliable EV with good efficiency and a real-world range of 400+km. I have been considering the Creta Electric Executive LR and Smart LR, while some of my friends have suggested that I also look at the Mahindra BE 6. What would you recommend based on my requirements? I’d appreciate an expert opinion on which EV would be the better choice for me.

•3h

Given your requirements, the Hyundai Creta Electric Long Range is the most sensible recommendation. Your mostly city running is ideal for an electric car, and the Creta Electric offers a real-world range of over 400km, which gives you the flexibility to use it as your primary car without range anxiety. Coming from a Hyundai i20, the Creta Electric will feel familiar but also like a significant upgrade in terms of space, comfort, and overall refinement. The ride quality is excellent, and the rear seat is comfortable enough for your parents on regular trips. Hyundai's service network and ownership experience are also strong, which is important given your positive experience with the brand so far.Another strong contender is the Kia Syros EV, which uses the same powertrain as the Creta, but comes in at a lower price. This Kia car is a bit more compact but just as good on space, and the better news is that, thanks to its tall design, ingress and egress for your parents should be easier. The Mahindra BE6, meanwhile, is powerful and fun to drive, but very poor on space, practicality, and especially ingress and egress in the rear seats. Overall, the Creta and Syros are better bets.

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