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Deepak Rai

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I am planning to buy the new Punch EV, but am confused between the Windsor EV Base and the Punch EV top models. Which one should I go for?

Autocar India team

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It really comes down to what you value more from your EV. The Tata Punch EV is a size smaller and, after the recent facelift and near Rs 2 lakh price correction on the top variants, it has become significantly more affordable. As a result, the top spec Punch EV now undercuts the base MG Windsor EV by over a lakh, while offering a lot more equipment for the money.

From a technical and usability point of view, even though we have not yet driven the facelifted version, the Tata Punch EV has a clear advantage in range. Its larger 40 kWh battery pack should deliver a better real-world driving range than the base variant of the MG Windsor EV, which uses a 38 kWh battery. Being smaller and lighter also helps the Punch extract more efficiency from its battery. In top spec form, it is very well equipped, and if most of your driving involves one or two adults. It will feel easier to live with, simpler to drive in traffic and much easier to park in tight city spaces thanks to its compact dimensions. 

The Windsor EV, however, plays to a completely different strength. If you want a larger car with an outstanding sense of space, it is hard to beat even when compared to cars from a segment above. In comparison, while the Punch EV’s rear seat is adequate, it can start to feel cramped for adults on longer drives.

In simple terms, pick the Punch EV top variant if you want better range, more features for the price and a compact, city-friendly EV that will mostly carry two people. Choose the Windsor EV if cabin space and rear seat comfort matter more to you than features and outright range.

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Supriya

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Make sure to check the suspensions. I test drove both and found Windsor’s suspension quite bad. Compared to punch ev whose suspension is comparable to top selling non-luxury sedans.

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Puskar Rai

•4d

Punch does not have rear AC vent don’t go for it

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JUBY T

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Dr Kishore Rajurkar

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If you have a driver, go for Windsor base model If you mostly travel with family of 4 , go for Windsor base If you or other members have to sit in the car for long time , go for Windsor base If you want to drive yourself, go for Punch , it is better fun as compared to Windsor. If mostly you drive or two travel go for Punch If you love modern gadgets in the car ,go for Punch top model

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Mungara Rahul

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I am planning to buy my first car, and I have never owned one before. I own a house with a car parking area. My car usage will be very low, maybe twice a week or even less. I am confused about what to choose: Should I buy a petrol vehicle now (BS6 Phase 2 engine car)? Or should I wait for flex-fuel engines to come to market, as E27 is in the news? Should I buy an EV? Please advise.

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Autocar India

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First, let’s clear the confusion around flex-fuel and E27. There’s a lot of noise on social media, but flex-fuel cars (E27 and above) are still some time away in the mass market. Also, it’s not yet clear what real-world benefit they will offer to customers. Higher ethanol blends generally reduce fuel efficiency, so unless E27 fuel is significantly cheaper than today’s E20 petrol, the advantage may not be substantial.Current BS6 Phase 2 petrol cars are fully compatible with E20 fuel, which is expected to remain the base fuel even if higher ethanol blends are introduced. So buying a petrol car now is absolutely safe and sensible. There’s no need to delay your purchase waiting for flex-fuel technology.Now, since you have your own house with dedicated parking, installing a home charger is possible. That makes an EV a practical option. For a first-time buyer, an EV is actually very easy to drive. It has no clutch, no gear shifts, offers smooth acceleration, and has very low running costs. Something like the Tata Punch EV offers good value. Just keep in mind that long highway trips will require planning around charging stops.If your usage is only twice a week or less, a regular petrol car may still be the simpler, more flexible choice. One of our go-to recommendations for first-time buyers is the Honda Amaze. It’s easy to drive, reliable, comfortable and offers hassle-free ownership.

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Varun

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Amaze CVT, Tata Altroz DCA, Tata Punch EV, and Citroën C3 Turbo Automatic. I am 5.4 ft tall and currently have a family of four members, which will become five after marriage. I work from home, so my usage will mainly be city driving, with one vacation trip every month. From my perspective, the Honda Amaze CVT feels reliable with a good engine and ADAS, but the CVT rubber-band effect and engine noise during hard acceleration concern me. The Altroz DCA offers strong safety and premium interiors, but the engine feels underpowered, the bonnet is not visible, and the thick A-pillar creates blind spots. The Citroën C3 Turbo Automatic has a strong engine and good performance, but the interiors are basic and rear legroom feels slightly cramped. The Punch EV feels smooth and well-rounded overall, but the higher cost and charging concerns are drawbacks. In terms of visibility, I can clearly see the bonnet in the Amaze and C3, but not at all in the Altroz. The Altroz feels more spacious, the C3 has the most powerful engine, and the Punch EV offers the best smoothness. My main concern is whether the bonnet visibility issue gets resolved with regular driving experience, or if I should prefer a car with clear bonnet visibility from the beginning. Based on my usage and concerns, which car would be the best choice for me?

Autocar India team

Autocar India

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•1d

If you're open to an electric, the Tata Punch EV is an excellent option. As you've rightly pointed out, its elevated seated position results in good frontal visibility. If you opt for a variant with seat height adjustment, you can crank up the seat further to get a clearer view of the bonnet. Performance is strong, and being an EV, it is much smoother and more refined than all the ICE vehicles you've listed above. Also, ground clearance is ample, and it confidently glides over bad roads.An ICE option we'd recommend you check out is the Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo-petrol-CVT. The powertrain is smooth, and the seating is high. If you have a Nissan touchpoint around you, this is worthy of consideration.

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Posted on: 22 Feb 2026