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•4w

I am confused between Tata Punch EV 40 kWh and Tata Punch CNG. My daily running is around 70km mostly on highways. I have a free charger in my office and take 3-4 trips annually. Please suggest.

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•3m

With 70km a day, mostly on the highway, and free charging at your office, the Punch EV 40kWh is the clear choice. At roughly 1,800km a month, the Punch CNG would cost you around Rs 6,000-7,000 a month in fuel, while your daily running in the EV costs next to nothing. That saving more than makes up for the EV's higher price over a few years. The EV is also the better car to drive. It's quicker, much quieter and far more relaxed at highway speeds than the CNG, which feels strained when fully loaded.

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•1w

I am confused between Tata Punch Adventure MT petrol and Brezza Turbo VXI model. The price difference between the two is around Rs. 1.20 lakh. Please consider that I am planning to purchase the car for family purpose for long term usage and stress free ownership.

•2h

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•1d

Punch EV is becoming the affordable entry point for first-time buyers who are looking for EV. This is interesting.

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I am planning to buy a car with a factory-fitted CNG kit, an automatic transmission, and cruise control within a budget of Rs 15 lakh. Please suggest some options.

•2d

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