Tata Punch Ev vs Kia Syros Ev

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Tata Punch EV

Tata Punch Ev

Empowered + S 40

12.99 lakh

Kia Syros EV

Kia Syros Ev

X Line ER

20.00 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Electric
Electric

Motor Type

Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor

Number of Motors

1
1

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

Auto
Auto

Number of Gears

1
–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Motor Power

129 hp
171 hp

Max Motor Torque

154 Nm
255 Nm

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Fuel & Performance

Drive Mode Types

Multiple
Multiple

Terrain Modes

–

Battery Capacity

40 kWh
51.4 kWh

Charging Time

5.3hrs 10%-100%(7.2kW AC), 30min 10%-80%(65kW DC)
4 hour 50 mins 10 - 100% (11kW AC)

Claimed Range

468 km
526 km

0-100kph

8.99 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

4.9 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

6.19 s
–

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
McPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent, Torsion Beam
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt
Tilt

Turning Radius

5 m
–

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Disc

Wheel Size

16 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

195/60 R16
215/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

195/60 R16
215/55 R17

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

3880 mm
3995 mm

Width

1742 mm
1805 mm

Height

1622 mm
1670 mm

Wheelbase

2445 mm
2550 mm

Ground Clearance

195 mm
197 mm

Kerb Weight

1365 kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

366 litres
–

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cooled Storage

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Cup Holders

Rear Power Outlet

–

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Dead Pedal

–

Rear AC Vents

Door Pockets

–

Push Button Start

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Driving Modes

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Launch Control

–

Keyless Entry

–

Glove Box

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Interior Lamps

Heated ORVM

–

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Auto Parking

–

Sunroof

Single Pane
Dual

Sunglass Holder

Trunk Light

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Single Pedal Driving

–

Ambient Lighting

Bottle Holder in Doors

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Roof Grab Handles

–

Remote Locking

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Steering Mounted Controls

–
Audio and Phone

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Vehicle to load (V2L)

–

Safety

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Brake Assist (BA)

Central Locking

Child Safety Lock

BNCAP Rating

5
–

Rear Washer/Wiper

Hill Descent Control

–

Blind Spot Monitor

–

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Automatic Wipers

–

Automatic Headlamps

Traction Control

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Airbags

6
6

Adaptive Cruise Control

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front, Side and Rear

Hill Start Assist

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Lane Keep Assist

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Parking Camera

360 degree
Rear

Passenger Airbag

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Dashcam

Driver Attention Warning

Driver Airbag

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto-dimming
–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Rear Defogger

–

Rollover Protection System

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

High Beam Assist

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

–
Automatic

Exterior

Front Fog Lamps

Illuminated Logo

–

ORVM turn indicators

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

LED headlamps

LED fog lamps

LED DRLs

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Stop Lamp

–

Cornering Foglamps

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Roof Rails

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Puddle Lamps

Projector Headlamps

–

LED taillights

–

Pop-Out Door Handle

–
Auto

Spoiler

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Gear Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Trip Meter

–

Average Speed

–

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Distance to Empty

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front & Rear

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Massage Seats

–

Heated Seats

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Adjustable Front Headrests

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Seats

Leatherette
–

Third Row Seats

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Seat Count

5
5

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

–

Tachometer

–
Digital

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Seat Material

–
Leatherette

Entertainment

MirrorLink

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
On-board

Voice Commands

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

USB Input

–

Wireless Phone Charging

Steering Phone Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

AUX Input

–

Front Passenger Screen

–

CD Player

–

Audio System

–

Display

10.24-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Touchscreen

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Gesture Controls

–

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Second Row USB port

–
2 Type C

Speakers

–
8

Front USB port

–
2 Type C

Branded Music System

–
Harman/Kardon

Connected Car Features

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Find My Car

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Digital Key

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Questions you may find useful

•2w

Hi Autocar Team, I'm looking for some guidance on whether I've made the right decision or whether I should reconsider before delivery. My current car is Toyota Etios Liva V Petrol, which has been extremely reliable but now it delivers only around 10-12 kpl for my usage. This results in high running costs. My monthly driving is approximately 1,200-1,500 km that consists of daily commute and occasional highway trips. My initial plan was to keep costs under control and I had booked the Tata Punch EV Empowered+ 40 kWh, largely to restrict my budget to around Rs. 15 lakh on-road. However, while researching alternatives up to approximately Rs. 20 lakh ex-showroom in Kerala, I ended up booking the Kia Syros EV X-Line. The Syros EV appeals to me because of significantly better rear-seat space and cabin width as compared to my Etios Liva, more premium interior and features, better long-term family comfort, larger battery and range as well as better overall sense of upgrade from my current car. However, I'm still feeling anxious about whether I'm overspending. The jump in EMI from the Punch EV to the Syros EV is substantial and will have a noticeable impact on my monthly finances. While I can manage it, I want to be sure that the additional expenditure is genuinely justified and not merely an emotional decision. Based on my monthly running of 1,200-1,500 km, could you please advise if the Syros EV worth the additional cost over the Punch EV 40 kWh? From a value-for-money perspective, would you proceed with the Syros EV or step back to the Punch EV? Are there any other EVs under Rs. 20 lakh ex-showroom that I should seriously consider instead? I am not interested in the MG Windsor EV due to its styling, so alternatives apart from the Windsor would be appreciated. If you were in my position and were planning to keep the vehicle for 8-10 years, which option would you choose and why? Looking forward to your expert opinion.