Tata Punch EV facelift launched at Rs 9.69 lakh

Tata Motors has refreshed the Punch EV with a facelift model. Prices for the Tata Punch EV facelift start at Rs 9.69 lakh and go up to Rs 12.59 lakh. The new entry-level model undercuts its previous counterpart by Rs 30,000. Meanwhile, the top-spec model is more affordable by Rs 1.85 lakh. The facelift gets new battery pack options, faster charging, and a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model option. Tata has started accepting bookings for the electric SUV.

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Tata Punch EV facelift: Everything you need to know

Here is the price list for the new Tata Punch EV facelift.

Trim	30kWH	40kWh
Smart	Rs 9.69 lakh	–
Smart+	Rs 10.29 lakh	Rs 10.89 lakh
Adventure	–	Rs 11.59 lakh
Empowered	–	Rs 12.29 lakh
Empowered+	–	Rs 12.59 lakh

Prices for the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model start at Rs 6.49 lakh with a subscription cost of Rs 2.60/km.

The Punch EV facelift gets some cosmetic tweaks over the outgoing model. Its front bumper has been reworked, and the grille has been closed off. The black trim connecting the two LED DRLs has been ditched on the new model. As a result, its front fascia looks much cleaner. The design of the LED headlamps and DRLs remains unchanged.

Along the sides, the compact electric SUV rests on 16-inch aero-optimised alloy wheels. Other than that, it has the same profile as its previous version. At the back, the LED tail lamps have been bridged by a light bar, like the new ICE facelift. Tata has added 3 new exterior paint schemes for the electric SUV. Buyers can opt for a contrasting black roof as well.

Inside, the Tata Punch EV facelift flaunts a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display. Other features include ventilated front seats, auto-dimming IVRM, voice-assisted electric sunroof, cooled glove box, rear seat armrest, wireless charging, ambient lighting, an air purifier, and more.

On the safety front, the electric SUV packs 6 airbags, Hill Ascent and Descent Control, Hill Hold Control, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors, SOS Calling Function, iTPMS, and more features.

Tata has increased the battery pack sizes on offer with the Punch EV. There are 2 battery options on offer. Both variants are powered by a front-mounted single electric motor. Here are the range and output specs.

Parameter	30kWh	40kWh
MIDC Range (Part 1 + Part 2)	365-375km	468km
C75 Range	260-275km	335-355km
3.3kW AC Charging (10-100%)	11.9 hours	14.8 hours
7.2kW AC Charging (10-100%)	4.5 hours	5.3 hours
65kW DC Fast Charging (10-80%)	30 minutes	30 minutes
Electric Motor Power	88hp	127hp
Electric Motor Torque	154Nm	154Nm
Acceleration (0-100km/h in seconds)	13.5 seconds	9 seconds

Mr Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle Ltd. and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., said, “The new Punch.ev, makes electric mobility truly accessible, practical and worry free for every household. With a real-world range of ~355 km, fast charging capability, a lifetime HV battery warranty and a highly accessible price point, it resolves the core concerns that have thus far held customers back from choosing an entry level EV as their primary car. By bringing together everything customers seek in their preferred car for both daily and long-distance travel, the new Punch.ev marks a significant leap forward in the democratization of electric mobility in India.”

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Final Thoughts

Tata is offering a lifetime HV battery warranty on the Punch EV facelift. The automaker’s current charging network covers 2.3 lakh charging points across 1,500 cities. The electric SUV continues to rival the  Citroen eC3, MG Comet EV, Mahindra XUV400 EV, and Tata Tiago EV in India.