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Delhi
Delhi
Last Updated on: 12 Nov 2025
Tata Punch
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โน6.12 - โน10.83 Lakh
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Delhi
Startingโน8,849 /month
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Airbags
Parking sensors
Power boot
Body kit
Lights on vanity mirrors
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Integrated (in-dash) music system
Steering mounted controls
Parking sensors
Power boot
Best for the city
Airbags
Integrated (in-dash) music system
Steering mounted controls
Parking sensors
Power boot
Tata Punch 1.2 CNG Pure
1199 cc | CNG | Manual
โน8.30 Lakh
Airbags
Parking sensors
Power boot
Body kit
Lights on vanity mirrors
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Elevated driving position
Mature driving manners
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Transmission
Manual, AMT Auto
Engine
1199 cc
Fuel type
CNG, Petrol
Mileage
18.82 kmpl - 26.99 km/kg
Transmission
Manual, AMT Auto
Engine
1197 cc
Fuel type
Petrol
Mileage
20.89 kmpl
Transmission
AMT Auto, Manual, CVT Auto
Engine
999 cc
Fuel type
Petrol
Mileage
17.9 kmpl - 19.9 kmpl
Transmission
Manual, CVT Auto, AMT Auto
Engine
999 cc
Fuel type
Petrol
Mileage
17.63 kmpl - 20.38 kmpl
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| Fuel type | Displacement | Transmission | Mileage |
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| CNG | 1199 cc | Manual | 26.99 km/kg |
| Petrol | 1199 cc | Manual | 20.1 kmpl |
| Petrol | 1199 cc | AMT Auto | 18.82 kmpl |
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Trending Questions on Tata Punch - Answered by Autocar Experts
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Asked by: Kanhaiya Singhon Dec 27, 2025
I am a retired person. I may travel around 200 km per month and also take 2-3 long trips of 500-800 km per year. Should I choose the Tata Punch Automatic or the Tata Punch EV Automatic?
The Tata Punch EV is a pleasure to drive and an excellent city car, but unfortunately, it doesnโt have the range to do 500km without a charge. Stopping to charge on the highway is not advisable, as the charging infrastructure isnโt very reliable.
If this is going to be your only car, it's best to go for the Tata Punch 1.2 petrol automatic. Itโs nowhere near as smooth or peppy to drive as the Punch EV, but you get the same rugged build and comfortable ride.
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Asked by: Deepak Sainion Dec 25, 2025
Hi Autocar Team, I learned to drive in my 2011 Santro and have been driving it for almost a year. I now want to buy a new car with a budget of approximately โน9 lakh. Safety is my top priority. My usage is low at around 200 km in the city, and I also plan to take monthly highway trips. I am confused between the Tata Punch Adventure Plus and the Maruti Fronxx Delta Plus. Please suggest which one I should consider with reasons, and whether I should prefer an automatic.
Of the two options you have shortlisted, it's the Maruti Suzuki Fronx that we'd recommend. It's got the peppier engine, which will make a big difference on your highway journeys.
Given your limited usage in the city, an automatic isn't essential. Again, were you to opt for the automatic options, it's the Fronx's AMT that's superior to the one you get on the Tata Punch AMT.
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Asked by: S Routon Dec 15, 2025
I want to purchase a new car, and my budget is up to Rs 8 lakh. I am 70 years old. Please advise.
There are multiple options that you could consider in your Rs 8 lakh budget, but we'd recommend you shortlist the Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta or the Toyota Glanza S, and the Tata Punch.
The Baleno/Glanza (essentially the same car with some cosmetic modifications) will be smoother, more efficient and nicer to drive. And the ownership experience with Maruti or Toyota is likely to be trouble-free.
The Tata Punch, due to its high seats and wide-opening doors, will make getting in and out very easy. Also, being an SUV, visibility is also better from the Punch's driving seat. So if you'd like to opt for an SUV body style, the Punch is a good option.
The Tata Punch, due to its high seats and wide-opening doors, will make getting in and out very easy. Also, being an SUV, visibility is also better from the Punch's driving seat. So if you'd like to opt for an SUV body style, the Punch is a good option.
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Asked by: Abinashon Dec 11, 2025
I have been using Tata Punch for a year. For me, this car met all my expectations being a new driver as well as a first-time owner. Now, I want to move towards a more premium segment and comfort with more latest features available in the market. Which car should I buy? I bought the Punch under 10 lakh (on-road). This time, my budget is under 20 lakh. I prefer Indian brands only.
The Tata Safari is the one for you. It will feel like a huge step up compared to a Tata Punch in all aspects - road presence, cabin space, interior quality, equipment, drive experience, etc. Multiple variants of the Safari will fall within your budget - petrol, diesel or turbo-petrol, so based on your usage, you could pick the one that's right for you.
We've experienced the Turbo-petrol AT and Diesel AT, and out of these, the former is our pick for its smoothness, refinement and strong performance.
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Asked by: Ajith Anandon Dec 11, 2025
Iโve been driving a Datsun Redi-GO for two years and now plan to buy a compact SUV, preferably automatic. I will commute about 50 km daily. Iโve shortlisted the Tata Punch, Citroรซn C3X and Skoda Kylaq. My budget is around 11 lakh. Which is the best option for me?
Considering your budget, the Citroen C3X Shine 1.2 Turbo Petrol AT is a solid choice. The Tata Punch offers only an AMT, and the automatic variant of the Skoda Kushaq will take you well past โน11 lakh.
The C3Xโs 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine is reliable, performs well, and comes paired with a 6-speed torque-converter automatic, which will give you a smooth and enjoyable driving experience.
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Asked by: Ghanaon Dec 10, 2025
I am a new learner and still not fully confident with my driving lessons. I am looking to buy my first car, which should be safe and within a budget of โน5 to โน7 lakh. Can you help me decide which option to go for? Also, I am not keen on Maruti cars as they do not have a good safety rating.
The Tata Punch would make for a good first car for you. Compared to hatchbacks, the high seating will offer you a good view outside, and the compact dimensions will make it easy to maneuver and park, especially if you live in a congested area. Moreover, this Tata car also has a very good ride quality, is well-equipped, and is safe too.
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Asked by: Nareshon Dec 8, 2025
I currently own an i10, which has reached the end of its life. I am looking to upgrade to at least a mini or micro SUV. My budget is โน6 to โน10 lakh, with a requirement of at least a 4 or 5-star GNCAP rating. I am open to sedans as well. Please suggest the best cars. However, I am also confused between buying a new car versus a used one or stretching my budget, as I am planning to move abroad in the next 6 to 12 months. I initially thought of buying a used car from trusted online portals, but I am worried about investing additional money in used cars in case they require major repairs.
Your best options for sub-compact SUVs in your budget are the Tata Punch and the Nissan Magnite, both of which have received a 5-star NCAP crash test rating. Of the two, we recommend the Nissan Magnite, as it has recently received a facelift, which has given it more features and a more upmarket cabin. And overall, it is the more spacious of the two, and has the advantage of a turbo-petrol engine option, which also falls in your budget.
As for whether you should buy a used car instead, it's always an advantage, as you will not suffer the same depreciation hit as you would buying a new car, and yes, you can get a vehicle from a segment or two above within the same budget.
Or else you could lower your budget and save some money. As long as you choose a relatively young used car and have it inspected thoroughly before purchase, the repairs should not be major in 6-12 months. Try a trusted used car portal like Spinny, which does thorough vehicle evaluation on its used cars for a bit more peace of mind.
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Asked by: Thakoron Dec 6, 2025
Tata has introduced a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine with the new Sierra. Will Tata replace their existing 3-cylinder petrol engines in the Punch, Altroz, and Nexon with this 4-cylinder NA petrol engine?
The Punch, Altroz and Nexon benefit from a lower tax slab since they fulfil two key requirements - their length is less than 4 meters, and their petrol engine capacity is less than 1200cc.
Even if one of the criteria is not fulfilled, these cars will fall under a higher tax bracket, resulting in a higher price. So, to answer your question, it is highly unlikely that the company will introduce Tata Sierra's 1.5L petrol in these compact cars.
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Asked by: Shashion Dec 3, 2025
I am looking for a car with easy ingress and egress for my mother, who is a senior citizen with joint pains. She has trouble getting in and out of my Swift. She finds the Wagon R very easy for ingress and egress, but I do not want to move from a Swift to a Wagon R. Hence, I am looking for cars that offer a similar seat height from the ground, where it does not feel like she has to climb into the car or get down to seat height, both of which are difficult for her.
The Tata Punch will be a good option and thanks to its high seating and tallboy design, getting in and out will be very easy for her. You could also look at the petrol version of the new Hyundai Venue, which will seem like an upgrade from your Maruti Swift, while meeting all other requirements.
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Asked by: Mallikarjun Kon Dec 2, 2025
My Wagon R has run 70,000 km in 3 years. I now want to buy a new car. Please suggest a car that offers good mileage and comfort. I am 6 feet tall, and my budget is Rs 10 lakh.
You could look at a Tata Punch CNG, which is a high-riding sub-compact SUV with an excellent driving position. It also feels tough and confident over bad roads.
The other option you must check out is the Hyundai Exter CNG Duo, which is smoother, more refined, and delivers slightly better performance than the Punch.
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