ata Motors has officially launched the new Tata Punch, making it the most powerful sub-compact SUV in its segment. With a starting ex-showroom price of ₹5.59 lakh, the updated Punch now comes with three petrol powertrain options, including a turbo engine and CNG with AMT, making it one of the most versatile cars in its class.
🔥 Key Highlights of the New Tata Punch
- Segment-best power with turbo-petrol engine
- CNG + AMT option introduced (big USP)
- Twin-cylinder CNG tank for better boot space
- 6-speed manual gearbox with turbo engine
- 8 variants across multiple price points
⚙️ New Tata Punch Engine Options
The new Tata Punch is now offered with three 1.2-litre petrol-based powertrains:
| Engine Type | Power | Torque | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L NA Petrol | 86.5 bhp | 115 Nm | 5MT / AMT |
| 1.2L CNG | 72 bhp | 103 Nm | 5MT / AMT |
| 1.2L Turbo Petrol (iTurbo) | 118 bhp | 170 Nm | 6MT only |
🚀 The 1.2L Turbo Petrol makes the Tata Punch the most powerful car in the segment.
⛽ CNG + AMT = Big Game Changer
For the first time, Tata is offering:
- CNG with Automatic (AMT)
- Twin-cylinder CNG tanks for better luggage space
This makes Punch the only sub-compact SUV with CNG + automatic, perfect for city drivers looking for low running costs and convenience.
📦 Tata Punch Variants (8 Options)
The new Tata Punch is available in 8 variants:
Smart | Pure | Pure+ | Pure+ S | Adventure | Adventure S | Accomplished | Accomplished+ S
🔧 Variant-Wise Powertrain Options
| Variant | Engine & Gearbox |
|---|---|
| Smart | 1.2 NA 5MT, 1.2 CNG 5MT |
| Pure | 1.2 NA 5MT, 1.2 CNG 5MT |
| Pure+ | 1.2 NA 5MT / AMT, 1.2 CNG 5MT / AMT |
| Pure+ S | 1.2 NA 5MT / AMT, 1.2 CNG 5MT |
| Adventure | 1.2 NA 5MT / AMT, 1.2 CNG 5MT / AMT, 1.2 Turbo 6MT |
| Adventure S | 1.2 NA 5MT, 1.2 CNG 5MT / AMT |
| Accomplished | 1.2 NA 5MT / AMT, 1.2 CNG 5MT |
| Accomplished+ S | 1.2 NA 5MT / AMT, 1.2 CNG 5MT, 1.2 Turbo 6MT |
🏎️ Turbo Punch = Performance King
The 1.2-litre iTurbo engine delivers:
- 118 bhp
- 170 Nm torque
- Paired with 6-speed manual
This makes the Punch faster and more powerful than Ignis, Exter, Kiger, Magnite, and others in the segment.
💰 Tata Punch Price
- Starting Ex-Showroom Price: ₹5.59 lakh
- Turbo & top variants priced higher (variant-dependent)
📅 Bookings & Delivery
- Bookings: Open now
- Deliveries: Will begin shortly across India
🏆 Why the New Tata Punch is a Big Deal
✔ First in segment with CNG + AMT
✔ Most powerful sub-compact SUV
✔ Multiple engine & gearbox choices
✔ Strong Tata safety & build quality
✔ Affordable starting price
🚘 Tata Punch On-Road Price (2026)
The Tata Punch facelift was launched with an ex-showroom price starting at around ₹5.59 lakh.
📍 On-Road Price Estimates by City (2026)
| City | On-Road Price Range (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | From around ₹6.5 lakh to ₹10.8 lakh depending on variant and gearbox. |
| Mumbai (alternate data) | Base models ~₹6.7 lakh; Automatic variants up to ~₹8.3 lakh. |
| New Delhi | ~₹6.05 lakh to ₹10.89 lakh across variants. |
| Chennai | ~₹6.73 lakh to ₹13.17 lakh for range of variants. |
| Bangalore | ~₹6.8 lakh to ~₹13.0 lakh (top model). |
Note: On-road prices include ex-showroom price + RTO registration + insurance + handling charges and vary by city, variant, fuel type (Petrol/CNG), and transmission (Manual/AMT).
🚗 Price Insights by Variant (Indicative)
- Base Punch (Petrol Manual) on road often starts around ₹6.0–₹7.0 lakh in metros.
- Mid variants / AMT / CNG usually range ₹7.5–₹9.0 lakh.
- Top trims / Turbo Petrol can go up to ₹10 lakh+ in some cities.
🧾 Quick Takeaways
- Tata Punch continues to be very competitively priced in the sub-4m SUV segment with entry on-road prices around ₹6 lakh+ in major cities.
- Prices climb with higher trims, automatic gearbox, CNG/AMT, and turbo petrol options.
