Tata Punch EV facelift base variant launched at 6.49 lakh rupees

Tata Motors has launched the updated Punch EV, with the base Smart variant available at 6.49 lakh rupees under the battery-as-a-service option. It offers a 375 km range and comes equipped with several modern features. The price with battery included is 9.69 lakh rupees.

Amid a rapidly evolving electric vehicle market, Tata Motors has launched the updated Punch EV for Indian customers. The company introduced it at a starting price of 6.49 lakh rupees with the battery-as-a-service (BaaS) option. Under BaaS, customers pay a rental of 2.60 rupees per kilometer, charged based on usage. The price including the battery is 9.69 lakh rupees, and bookings have begun.

The base Smart variant features 15-inch steel wheels, compared to 16-inch wheels in higher variants. Color options are limited to Supernova Copper, Pure Grey, Pristine White, and Bengal Rouge. Despite being the base model, it includes a new touch-sensitive HVAC panel, City and Sport driving modes, iRA connected technology, front power windows, and adjustable headrests for rear seats. Additional features comprise LED DRLs, driver seat height adjustment, multi-mode regenerative braking, and an electric tailgate.

Safety features include six airbags, ABS, EBD, i-TPMS, ESP, reverse parking sensors, and seat belt reminders. The powertrain consists of a 30kWh battery and a single electric motor producing 87 Bhp power and 154 Nm torque. It offers a 375 km range on a full charge. Variants above Smart Plus come with a 40kWh battery for a 468 km range. The launch occurred on 26 February 2026.

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