Tata Punch EV

Introduction

• Tata Motors launched the facelifted Punch EV in India on 20 February 2026.
• Prices start at Rs. 9.69 lakh with variants named Smart, Adventure, and Empowered, the latter being the top-spec model.
• This sub-compact SUV receives an update, with the primary focus being on the styling and new features like it’s ICE counterpart.
• The Tata Punch EV also has been a successful model and one of the most popular EVs in the brand's line-up.
• In 2026, these updates add more appeal to the Punch EV.

Exterior of the 2026 Tata Punch

• The updated Punch gets a few cosmetic changes like the petrol version.
• This includes a redesigned front fascia, with a split headlamp setup similar to the outgoing version.
• Even the alloy wheels have slightly changed with a new pattern.
• At the back, the Punch EV sports revised LED tail lamps with an integrated, connected LED unit.

Interior of the 2026 Tata Punch

• The Punch EV facelift continues to get a large touchscreen infotainment system in the centre and also a digital instrument cluster.
• Another feature in the 2026 Punch is Tata's latest two-spoke steering wheel.
• The carmaker has equipped the latest iteration of the Punch with a new HVAC panel with automatic climate control.
• Other convenience and safety features continue to be carried over from the outgoing version of the Punch EV.

Powertrain of the 2026 Tata Punch

• The new Punch EV gets a bigger battery pack of 40kWh now.
• It comes mated to a single motor.
• Interestingly, the ARAI-claimed range has gone up to 468km on a single charge.
• Tata even mentions that the C75 real-world range has gone up to 355km.
• Moreover, it accepts higher DC charging speeds with capability boosting up to 65kW.
• So, 20-80 per cent is possible in just 26 minutes or a range top up of 135km in just 15 minutes.
• While the 40kWh battery pack version is called the Long Range (LR), the 30kWh one is a Medium Range (MR).