TATA PUNCH GROWS UP

With a new turbo-petrol engine and twin-cylinder iCNG architecture, Tata's smallest SUV delivers big-league engineering where it matters most.

- Girish Shet

₹8.29lac onwards (Petrol turbo) and 6.69 lac onwards (CNG), cars.tatamotors.​com

From segment-first CNG AMT to a digitally loaded cabin and 5-star safety, the Punch evolves into a genuinely tech-forward urban machine.

Exterior and Interior Design

The refresh keeps the familiar Punch silhouette intact—no dramatic redesign here—but the focus is squarely on intelligent packaging rather than cosmetic flair. Inside, Tata shifts decisively toward a screen-first cabin that feels modern and purposeful.

A 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system anchors the dash, offering wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, while a 7-inch digital instrument cluster provides clear readouts. The iRA connected-car ecosystem brings remote commands, real-time diagnostics, geofencing, and driving analytics—features once reserved for premium cars. Practical touches include a 360-degree surround camera, 65W fast USB-C charging, automatic climate control with rear vents, and a cooled glovebox. It's useful tech designed for daily use, not feature overload.

Performance, Ride and Handling