Tata Punch EV India Launch Tomorrow: 5 Things You Need To Know

UPDATE: Tata Motors has launched the Punch EV from Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom). 

Tata Motors is all set to launch the new Tata Punch EV on January 17 in India. This will not just be a new powertrain launch for the Punch micro-SUV, which gets changes on the outside, inside as well as new feature additions and ones that go more than skin deep. With this close to the official launch, let us take a look at the top 5 highlights of the Tata Punch EV.

Tata Punch EV Design 

As seen from the teasers and leaked images, the all-electric Punch looks radical compared to the petrol-engined Punch. The fascia of the car gets Nexon-inspired lighting, including LED headlights, LED DRLs, and a full-width lightbar with welcome and goodbye animations. 

Towards the sides we have updated wheels and other details have remained the same as the regular Punch. Meanwhile, the rear, too, has received minimal changes limited to the bumper and ‘EV’ badging. You can take a closer look at the Punch EV via leaked images here. 

Tata Punch EV Interiors 

Like the exteriors, Tata has gone all-out for the new Tata Punch EV’s insides, which gets noticeable changes. Main highlights include the presence of a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen  infotainment system, a two-spoke steering wheel, new dual-tone upholstery and an updated climate control unit. For more details, check out our story on the car’s interior here.

Features of the Tata Punch EV

The new Tata Punch EV will get tech like a new fully digital driver’s display, a 360-degree camera system and an electronic parking brake. Occupants will also benefit from the wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, and a built-in air purifier. You can check out the Punch EV’s new features here. 

In terms of safety features, the Tata Punch EV will come with six airbags, ABS, rear parking sensors, and electronic stability control (ESC) as standard. 

Tata Punch EV Powertrain Details 

We have exclusively sourced technical specifications of the Tata Punch EV ahead of its launch. The model will come in two broad variants – Standard and Long Range – both with varying battery packs and electric motors. You can take a look at the detailed specifications here:

Tata Punch EV Price And Rivals In India 

In terms of pricing, we can expect Tata to launch the car around the Rs 12 lakh mark (ex-showroom). The Punch EV will rival the likes of the Citroen eC3 and will be an SUV alternative to models like Tata Tiago EV and Tigor EV.