Tata Punch vs Maruti Suzuki Baleno

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Tata Punch

Tata Punch

Accomplished + S CNG AMT

10.77 lakh

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Alpha(O) AMT

9.99 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
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Engine Displacement

1199 cc
1197 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
3

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

CNG
Petrol

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

AMT
AMT

Number of Gears

5
5

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

–

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

–

Max Engine Power

87.8 hp at 6000 rpm
82.93 hp at 5700 rpm

Max Engine Torque

115 Nm at 3250 rpm
112.4 Nm at 4500 rpm

Max Engine Power on CNG

73.4 hp at 6000 rpm
–

Max Engine Torque on CNG

103 Nm at 3500 rpm
–

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

MPFI
MPFI

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Auto Start/Stop

City Fuel Economy as Tested

18.87 km/kg
–

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

25.36 km/kg
–

Fuel Tank Capacity

37 litres
37 litres

CNG/LPG Tank Capacity

43.2 Kg
–

0-100kph

20.5 s
–

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

12.01 s
–

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

15.74 s
–

Official Fuel Economy

–
24.77 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent Mcpherson Strut
MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Non-independent Torsion beam
Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

–

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
–

Steering Adjust

Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drum

Wheel Size

16 inches
16 inches

Front Tyre Size

195/60 R16
195/55 R16

Rear Tyre Size

195/60 R16
195/55 R16

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
–

Turning Radius

–
4.85 m

Dimensions

Length

3876 mm
3990 mm

Width

1742 mm
1745 mm

Height

1615 mm
1530 mm

Wheelbase

2445 mm
2520 mm

Ground Clearance

193 mm
–

Boot Capacity

210 litres
318 litres

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
965 - 990 kg

Chassis Type

–
Monocoque

Comfort

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Remote Locking

Roof Grab Handles

–

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Door Pockets

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Sunroof

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Dead Pedal

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Keyless Entry

–

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Push Button Start

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Ambient Lighting

–

Launch Control

–

Rear AC Vents

Driving Modes

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
–

Acoustic Windshield

–

Auto Parking

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Rear Power Outlet

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Safety

Automatic Wipers

–

Automatic Headlamps

–

Traction Control

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

Dual Tone Horn

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Driver Airbag

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto-dimming
–

Seat Belt Warning

Blind Spot Monitor

–

BNCAP Rating

5
–

Brake Assist (BA)

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Child Safety Lock

–

Central Locking

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Adaptive Cruise Control

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Hill Start Assist

–

Hill Descent Control

Airbags

6
6

Overspeed Warning

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Parking Sensors

Rear
Rear

Passenger Airbag

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Only
With Display

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's window Only
–

Electronic Stability Control

Electronic Parking Brake

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Defogger

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

High Beam Assist

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Heads Up Display

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Exterior

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Roof Rails

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Front Fog Lamps

Spoiler

Headlight Type

LED
LED

LED DRLs

LED fog lamps

LED headlamps

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

LED taillights

Illuminated Logo

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

ORVM turn indicators

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Stop Lamp

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Body Coloured Bumpers

Connected LED

–

Projector Headlamps

Puddle Lamps

–

Interior

Tachometer

Digital
Analogue

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Trip Meter

Speedometer

Digital
Analogue

Shift Indicator

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Average Fuel Consumption

–

Average Speed

–

Distance to Empty

–

Head-up Display

–

Gear Indicator

–

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Third Row Seats

–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Adjustable Front Headrests

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Massage Seats

–

Heated Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Rear Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Fabric
Leatherette

Entertainment

MirrorLink

–

Gesture Controls

–

Display

10.25-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Audio System

–

Video Player

–

USB Input

–

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

AUX Input

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

–

Steering Phone Controls

–

Steering Audio Controls

–

Branded Music System

–

CD Player

–

Voice Commands

–

Speakers

4
4

Web Browser

–

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
–

Wireless Phone Charging

Second Row USB port

–
Type A and Type C

Connected Car Features

Tow Away Alert

–

Driving Analytics

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Geo Fence

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Questions you may find useful

•5w

I am planning to buy an automatic car for a family of four next year. My budget is around Rs 8 lakh, and the car will be used mostly in the city, with occasional trips twice a year. Please suggest some good options. I am considering the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Sportz IVT, Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta AMT, Hyundai i20 Sportz IVT, and Tata Punch Pure Plus AMT. I am also open to other suggestions.

•5w

I currently own a 2021 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga petrol, which has covered around 85,000 km and delivers approximately 7-8 km/l in city driving. Due to rising fuel costs, I am considering switching to a CNG car. I plan to sell my Ertiga before buying the new car. Since my children are now in college, I no longer need a 7-seater. I am specifically looking for a CNG + AMT combination, as I am 48 years old and feel an automatic transmission would make frequent city driving less tiring. The cars I am considering are: Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT, Tata Altroz Creative S CNG AMT, Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi CNG, and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta CNG The Tata Punch is currently my preferred choice. I also considered the Brezza, but its lack of a proper spare wheel concerns me, as I have experienced several tyre punctures in the past. My maximum budget is Rs. 14 lakh. I am also unsure whether an EV would suit me within this budget, as I do not want to deal with range anxiety at this stage. Based on your road tests, which car would you recommend? Is the Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT the best choice for my requirements, or should I consider another option?

•5w

I have a family of four and am planning to buy an automatic car next year with a budget of around Rs. 8-8.5 lakh. I have shortlisted the Grand i10 Nios AMT, Baleno AMT, i20 Sportz IVT, and Punch Adventure AMT. My monthly running will be around 300-500 km, with about two long trips per year. I am looking for a reliable car, and mileage is not a major concern. Which car should I go for? Any other recommendations are also welcome.

•5w

I currently own a petrol Maruti Suzuki Ertiga purchased in 2021, that has covered around 85,000 km. It currently gives me around 7-8 kpl in city driving, so increasing fuel costs have made me consider switching to a CNG car. I also no longer require the Ertiga's third-row seats, as my son and daughter are now in college, so a five-seater would be sufficient for my needs. I am interested in the CNG and AMT combination, as I am 48 years old and believe an automatic transmission would make frequent city driving and traffic much less tiring. Currently, I am considering Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT, Tata Altroz Creative S CNG AMT, Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi CNG, Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi CNG and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta CNG. The Punch Adventure S CNG AMT is currently my preferred choice because it seems to offer a good balance of features, practicality and running costs. At its price, I also get more features, a CNG + AMT combination and what appears to be a very strong safety package. I was also considering the Brezza ZXi and VXi CNG, particularly for their larger size and Maruti's reputation for reliability. However, the lack of a proper spare wheel concerns me, as I have experienced tyre punctures several times. My budget is a maximum of Rs. 14 lakh. I am also unsure whether an electric car under Rs. 14 lakh would be suitable for me, as I would prefer to avoid range anxiety at this point. Based on your road tests and experience, which of these cars would you recommend? Is the Punch Adventure S CNG AMT the best choice for my requirements, or should I seriously consider one of the other options? Also, is there another car I may have overlooked?

•6w

Hello, Autocar India Team. I am a first-time car buyer with a budget of Rs 6-12 lakh. I am looking for a petrol automatic hatchback or micro SUV. I am a new driver, so I want something that is easy to drive and fuel-efficient. I have shortlisted the Tata Altroz DCA/AMT, Tata Punch AMT, Tata Tiago AMT, Maruti Suzuki Swift AMT, Maruti Suzuki Baleno AMT, Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor AMT and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios AMT. I am confused between these options. Which one would you recommend for my requirements?