• Standard and Long Range battery options 
• New interiors
• New digital cockpit 

Tata Motors has launched their fourth EV, the Punch.ev today. Based on the ALFA platform, it debut’s a new acti.ev EV architecture with batteries placed on the floor. Prices start from Rs. 10.99 Lakh (Ex-showroom).

Tata Punch.ev: Design

Talking of the exteriors, the Punch.ev deviates significantly from its Petrol-powered sibling and gets sharper elements. It follow’s Tata’s latest design philosophy with vertically mounted headlamps and sharp creases in the bumper. Being an EV, Tata has completely eliminated the front grille and the charging port flap sits on the nose of the Punch.ev.

There is also a new light bar at the front resembling the recently launched Nexon and Harrier facelifts. Towards the side, not much has changed except the new aero-style wheel design. At the rear as well, Tata has chosen to change much and the only major changes seem to be a new faux skid plate and badging.

Tata Punch.ev: Interior & Features

Inside the Punch.ev, the changes are a lot more significant. There is a revised dashboard along with a new steering wheel with an illuminated logo. You also have new a 10.2 inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay/Android Auto. Along with this, there is also a 10.2 inch digital cockpit instrument cluster.

Other additions in terms of equipment include an auto-dimming IRVM, wireless charger, auto headlamps and wipers, ventilated front seats, mood lighting etc. It also gets an innovate “frunk” under the bonnet. In terms of safety, the Punch.ev packs in 6 airbags, ABS, ESP, Isofix seat mounts, roll-over mitigation etc. Along with these you also get an electronic parking brake with auto-hold, 360 degree camera, blind-spot monitoring and emergency SOS calling as well.

Tata Punch.ev: Powertrain

Under the hood, the Punch.ev gets an option of two battery packs. The standard range gets a 25kWh battery pack with a claimed range of 315Km. The motor on this rated for 80HP and 114NM.

On the other hand, the Long Range(LR) versions get a larger 35kWh battery pack with a claimed range of 421Km. This version also gets a more powerful motor making 120HP and 190NM of torque. Tata also claims that the LR versions get 50kW fast charging capability and an optional 7.2KW home charger bundled with the car. Tata claims a top speed of 140Kmph. An 8 year/1,60,000km warranty is being offered as standard for the powertrain.

Tata Punch.ev: Variants & Pricing

Tata is offering the Punch.ev in 5 variants- Smart, Smart+, Adventure, Empowered and Empowered+. The price list is attached below.

(All prices Ex-showroom in Lakhs)

There are five colour options- Pristine White, Daytona Grey, Fearless Red, Seaweed and Empowered Oxide. The 7.2kW charger is available at a premium of Rs. 50,000 for the LR versions while the sunroof can also be had Adventure variant onwards also for an extra RS. 50,000.

The Tata Punch.ev rivals other small EVs such as the Citroen eC3 and MG Comet among others.

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• Punch iCNG available in five trims
• Powered by 1.2L engine
• Tiago, Tigor iCNG also get twin cylinders

Tata Motors has launched the Punch iCNG at a price of Rs. 7.09 Lakhs (Ex-showroom). Along with it, Tata has also updated the Tiago and Tigor iCNG variants with it’s twin cylinder technology resulting in a better boot space as well. The Punch iCNG is based on Tata’s latest ALFA architecture while the Tiago and Tigor get based on the older X0 platform.

Tata Punch iCNG: New changes

Under the hood, the Punch iCNG gets powered by the same 1.2L Revotron engine as found in the regular variants. While running on petrol, this engine produces 84HP and 113NM of torque. However, while running on CNG the power output drops to 72HP and 103NM. Tata will be offering this fuel option only with the 5 speed MT.

The CNG system gets many extra functions such as direct CNG start, single ECU and twin cylinder technology which makes use of two cylinders instead of one to free up boot space. Tata claims a boot space of 210L.

Talking of feature updates, the Punch now gets a voice-assisted electric sunroof, front seat armrest, USB C-Type chargers and a shark-fin antenna as new additions. It continues to be offered with features such as LED pr0jector headlamps, 16 inch diamond cut alloys, rain sensing wipers, height adjustable seat, 7 inch touchscreen infotainment etc.

Tata Punch iCNG Price

Tata has launched the iCNG version of the Punch in 5 trims, however it is not being offered in the top Creative variant. The detailed price list is attached below. It will rival the Hyundai Exter CNG.

(All prices Ex-showroom)

Tata Tiago & Tigor iCNG Updated

Along with the launch of Punch iCNG, Tata has updated the Tiago and Tigor iCNG with twin- cylinder technology. While no other major changes have been made, the boot space gets increased from the 80L and 205L figures on the current versions. This update also brings with it a price hike of Rs. 5,000(Ex-showroom) for both the models with the Tiago iCNG price ranging from Rs. 6.54-8.09 Lakhs (Ex-showroom). The Tigor iCNG on the other hand can be had for a price range of Rs. 7.79-8.94 Lakhs (Ex-showroom).

Under the hood, they remain unchanged and receive the same 1.2L petrol engine like the Punch. The Tiago iCNG rivals other hatchbacks such as the Maruti Swift CNG and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios CNG while the Tigor iCNG has its rivals in the form of the Maruti Dzire CNG and Hyundai Aura CNG among others.

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• Platform shared with Grand i10 Nios, Aura
• Petrol & CNG fuel options
• Paddleshifters with AMT

Hyundai has launched their latest offering, the Exter at a price of Rs. 5.99 Lakhs (Ex-showroom). The car gets powered by the same 1.2L Kappa petrol engine along with a CNG bi-fuel option. The car will be Hyundai’s entry-level SUV in India sitting below the Venue and Creta.

Hyundai Exter Design & Dimensions

The Exter becomes the latest Hyundai to follow Hyundai’s “parametric” design language. At the front, the car gets a large grille with an “Exter” monogram above it. The headlights, just like other Hyundai SUVs are mounted lower down in the bumper while the DRLs mounted at the top feature an “H-type” signature look. Towards the side we can see the Exter gets a very upright profile with large windows and a prominent kink on the C Pillar. At the rear, it features large hexagonal taillights with a faux silver skid plate and a textured element linking the taillights.

Talking of dimensions, the Exter measures 3815mm X 1710mm in the length and width respectively. This makes the Exter quite compact. The ground clearance is rated at 185mm.

Hyundai Exter Powertrain

Hyundai is sticking to the tried-and-tested powertrain for the Exter. It gets powered by the familiar 1.2L Kappa petrol engine with a 5 speed manual or 5 speed AMT transmission with paddleshifters. This engine produces a similar 83HP and 114NM torque which is identical to their other entry-level offerings. The Exter gets a 37L fuel tank capacity.

Along with the Petrol, Hyundai is offering a Bi-fuel CNG option as well. This will be available only with a 5 speed MT and makes 69HP and 95NM when running on CNG. Hyundai claims an impressive fuel economy of 27.10 Kmpl for the CNG powertrain.

Hyundai Exter Interior & Features

Inside, it shares the design with the Grand i10 Nios and Aura. Talking of features, it comes loaded with equipment such as a sunroof, dual-dashcam, digital instrument cluster, wireless phone charger, cruise control, connected car technology, projector headlamps, 8 inch touchscreen and a lot more. Talking of safety, Hyundai is giving 6 airbags as standard on the Exter. Other safety features include ESC, Hill Start Assist, highline TPMS, rear parking camera and more.

Unique touches include an all-black interior theme along with a new textured insert on the passenger side of the dashboard.

Hyundai Exter Variants & Pricing

The Exter is offered in 5 major variants- EX, S, SX, SX(O) and SX(O) Connect. AMT transmission is optional on all variants barring the base EX trim. The CNG bi-fuel option is also available in the two middle variants- S and SX. Pricing starts from Rs. 5.99 Lakhs for the EX MT variant going all the way upto Rs. 9.99 Lakh (Ex-showroom) for the top-end SX(O)Connect AMT variant.

6 colours are offered- Starry Night, Fiery Red, Titan Grey, Atlas White, Ranger Khaki and Cosmic Blue with the latter three also offered in a dual-tone scheme with black roof. It rivals other subcompact SUVs such as the Maruti Ignis, Citroen C3 and Tata Punch among others.

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