Tata Motors has unveiled its latest electric vehicle (EV), the Tata Punch EV, with a starting price of ₹11 lakhs. The company claims that this compact electric SUV offers a range of up to 421 kilometers on a single charge. Let’s take a detailed look at the range and prices of various electric vehicles in this segment to see how the Tata Punch EV compares.
Tata Punch EV vs. Competitors
The Tata Punch EV will compete with other electric vehicles in the market, including the in-house Tiago EV and Tata Tigor EV, as well as the MG Comet EV and Citroen eC3.
Range Comparison
- Tata Tiago EV: 315 km, Price: ₹8.69 lakhs to ₹12.04 lakhs
- Tata Tigor EV: 315 km, Price: ₹12.49 lakhs to ₹13.75 lakhs
- MG Comet EV: 230 km, Price: ₹7.98 lakhs to ₹10.63 lakhs
- Citroen eC3: 320 km, Price: ₹11.61 lakhs to ₹13 lakhs
- Tata Punch EV: 421 km, Price: ₹10.99 lakhs to ₹15.49 lakhs
Key Features of Tata Punch EV
The Tata Punch EV is built on Tata’s new Gen-2 Pure EV platform, Acti.EV. The platform is constructed using high-strength materials, providing a ground clearance of 190 mm. The dimensions of the Punch EV differ from the ICE and CNG variants, but it shares features with the Nexon EV facelift.
The Punch EV offers two battery pack options – Mid Range and Long Range: 25 kWh and 35 kWh. These battery packs, designed for the Gen-2 Pure EV platform, contribute to a 10% increase in the EV’s range.
- Mid Range Variant: Claims a range of up to 315 km on a single charge.
- Long Range Variant: Offers a range of up to 421 km on a single charge.
Charging Options
The Punch EV comes with two charging options – a 7.2 kW fast home charger and a 50 kW DC fast charger.
Performance
The mid-range variant delivers 80 bhp power and 114 Nm peak torque, while the long-range variant offers 120 bhp and 190 Nm torque. The Punch EV accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in just 9.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 140 kmph.
Notable Features
The Punch EV boasts features like leather seats, air purifier, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, wireless charging, wireless Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. Additionally, it includes a 360-degree camera for added convenience and safety features like blind-spot monitoring, six airbags, and standard safety features.
Tata Punch EV Variants and Prices
- Punch EV Smart: ₹10.99 lakhs
- Punch EV Smart+: ₹11.49 lakhs
- Punch EV Adventure: ₹11.99 lakhs
- Punch EV Empowered: ₹12.79 lakhs
- Punch EV Empowered+: ₹13.29 lakhs
- Punch EV LR Adventure: ₹12.99 lakhs
- Punch EV LP Empowered: ₹13.99 lakhs
- Punch EV LR Empowered+: ₹14.49 lakhs
In conclusion, the Tata Punch EV positions itself as a strong contender in the electric vehicle market, offering competitive range, performance, and features across its various variants.
Please note that the prices mentioned are ex-showroom prices.
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