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Tata Punch 2026 vs Mahindra KUV100 NXT Comparison

Compare Tata Punch 2026 vs Mahindra KUV100 NXT to know which is better. Detailed cars comparison on Tata Punch 2026 vs Mahindra KUV100 NXT compare price, specs, mileage, performance, reviews and other features on car&bike.

Punch vs KUV100 Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsPunchKUV100
Price5.65 L4.88 L
Power1199 CC1198 CC
ClassSUVSUV
Mileage19 - 20 KM/L17 KM/L
Punch
Tata Punch
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹5.65 L
KUV100
Mahindra KUV100
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹4.88 L
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Tata Punch
Smart MT
5.65 L
K2 Plus 6 STR
Mahindra KUV100
K2 Plus 6 STR
4.88 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
7.9
7.7
Value For Money8.758.00
Significance8.758.00
Styling9.507.50
Comfort8.006.50
Safety9.007.50
Environment-6.50
Merit Or Usp8.508.00

Specifications

Engine Type1.2-litre RevotronN/A
Displacement (CC)1199 CCN/A
No. of Cylinders3N/A
Power85 bhp @ 6000 rpmN/A
Torque115 Nm @ 3250 rpmN/A
Top Speed150N/A
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph16.5N/A
No. of gears5N/A
Drive TrainFWDN/A
Turbocharger NoN/A
Emissions StandardBS VI 2.0N/A
Length3876 mmN/A
Width1742 mmN/A
Height1615 mmN/A
Wheelbase2445 mmN/A
Ground Clearance193 mmN/A
Kerb Weight1030 KGN/A
Boot Space366 LN/A
No. of Doors5N/A
No. of Rows2N/A
Seating Capacity5N/A
Fuel tank Capacity37.0N/A
Mileage ARAI18.90 KM/LN/A
Mileage - City18.00 KM/LN/A
Mileage - Highway20.00 KM/LN/A
Front SuspensionIndependent, Lower Wishbone, Mcpherson Strut With Coil SpringN/A
Rear SuspensionSemi-independent Twist Beam With Coil Spring And Shock AbsorberN/A
Front Brake TypeDiscN/A
Rear Brake TypeDrumN/A
Steering TypeElectricN/A
Steering AdjustabilityTiltN/A
Wheel TypeSteelN/A
Tyre TypeRadial TubelessN/A
Front Tyre Size185/70 R15N/A
Rear Tyre Size185/70 R15N/A
Spare Wheel TypeSteelN/A
Spare Wheel Size185/70 R15N/A

Features

Air ConditionerManual No
Front ACSingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control No
Driver Seat AdjustmentHeight Adjustable No
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentManual No
Seat UpholsteryPremium Fabric No
Split Rear Seat60:40 No
No. of Airbags6 No
Parking SensorsRear No
Parking AssistanceRear Camera No
Light TypeHalogen No
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)LED No
ORVM AdjustmentsElectrically Adjustable No
Instrument Cluster7-inch Digital No
Touchscreen Display Size10.25-inch No
Audio SystemPremium No
Speakers4 No
Smartphone ConnectivityAndroid Auto & Apple CarPlay (Wireless) No
Autonomous Driving LevelLevel 0 No

Pros Cons of Tata Punch

Pros

  • The turbo-petrol engine for highway sprints
  • Extensible thigh support
  • AMT automatic on the CNG
  • Six standard airbags and a five-star BNCAP rating

Cons

  • The touch-based climate controls are distracting
  • Rear-seat headroom is tight for tall passengers
  • The three-cylinder engine feels slightly loud

Verdict

By finally dropping a powerful turbo-petrol engine under the hood, the Tata Punch has now become a genuinely capable highway cruiser. Adding an AMT option to the CNG variants also makes it one of the smartest buys for heavy city commuters, while the digital cabin upgrades and the standard six airbags push it a step above many of its rivals. Some niggles remain, but they are negligible. The sheer road presence, high ground clearance, and tough build quality of this car make it a very logical purchase.

Bilal concludes,

“Tata has taken a car which has already worked so well and made it feel more usable and modern.”

Pros Cons of Mahindra KUV100

Pros

  • The KUV100 has a small foortprint but offers good space
  • There is good enough bootspace for the occupants' bags
  • Available in both manual and AMT transmissions

Cons

  • The middle seat in the front row is not the best place to be in
  • The engine, though refined, is not the peppiest in the segment
  • Gear changes can be a little cumbersome because of the long travel of the clutch

Verdict

M&M has facelifted its smallest offering, the KUV 100 and given it as many as 40 changes overall. The KUV 100 NXT is an improvement on the car for sure. But it is still far from being the segment best. It's quirky and does attract with its SUV appeal. Mahindra should see some renewed success with the facelifted car - though should start to think about better connectivity interfaces like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto.

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