Discover the Tata Punch PURE: A Feature-Packed Micro SUV
The Tata Punch is a popular micro SUV known for its strong build and many features. We will look at the PURE variant, which is the second-base model, in a scientific blue color. This variant offers a perfect balance of features and safety.
Safety and Build Quality
The Tata Punch boasts an excellent 5-star safety rating. This means it offers great protection for you and your passengers. A key safety highlight is the inclusion of six airbags, which are standard even from the basic model.
Pricing and Variants
The base model of the Tata Punch, called ‘SMART’, starts at ₹5,99,000 (ex-showroom price). The PURE variant, which we are discussing, is priced at ₹6,49,900 (ex-showroom). The on-road price for the PURE petrol model is around ₹7,47,000. If you choose the CNG variant, the on-road price is about ₹8,52,000. Financing options are also available. For example, with a down payment of ₹2,37,000 and financing ₹5,00,000:
- For 3 years, EMI would be ₹15,923.
- For 5 years, EMI would be ₹10,000.
- For 7 years, EMI would be ₹8,700.
Exterior Highlights
The Tata Punch PURE model has a muscular design.
- Front View: It features a Tata logo in glossy black, an upper grill, parking lights, and standard LED headlamps. The lower grill is matte black, and a grey skid plate gives it a tough look. Space for a camera is present, indicating it can be added later.
- Ground Clearance: The ground clearance has been increased to 193 mm, up from 187 mm, helping it handle rough roads better.
- Side Profile: The car comes with dual wipers and washers. The roof is plain, but higher variants offer a dual-tone roof or sunroof.
- Wheels: It has 15-inch black steel wheels with a tire profile of 185/70 R15 radial tires. It includes disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. Matte black cladding runs along the side.
- ORVMs: The side mirrors (ORVMs) are matte black with integrated turn indicators and are electrically adjustable.
- Rear View: The rear features the Tata logo and ‘Punch’ badging. This second-base model also includes a rear defogger and a high-mount stop lamp. The bumper is dual-tone and has two ultrasonic parking sensors and a reverse light. A silver skid plate adds to its sporty look.
Interior Comfort and Design
The interior of the Tata Punch PURE is dual-tone.
- Dashboard: The dashboard has a simple layout. While speakers are present in the doors, a touchscreen audio system is not included in this variant. However, you can add a 9-inch touchscreen and reverse parking camera as an accessory for about ₹26,000. Once installed, the steering-mounted controls for infotainment will work.
- Seating: The seats are made of fabric in a grey color. Rear AC vents are provided for back passengers. There’s good legroom, knee room, and headroom, making it comfortable for passengers. The rear floor is mostly flat, allowing three people to sit comfortably. The rear seats are 100% foldable.
- Storage and Convenience: The car has a 37-liter fuel tank capacity. The glove box includes a tablet holder and space for documents. It also offers bottle holders and an umbrella holder in the doors. A type-C USB port (15W) and a 12V charging outlet are available at the front. The manual handbrake is positioned between two cup holders. A slideable armrest with storage is also present.
- Steering and Controls: The steering wheel features an illuminated logo and is tilt-adjustable. It has controls for infotainment, but these become active only after a touchscreen is installed. The instrument cluster is fully digital, showing RPM, speed, mileage, range, fuel level, and temperature. Manual controls are available for headlamps and wipers.
- Key: It comes with a flip remote central locking key with unlock, lock, and headlight buttons, plus a regular physical key.
Boot Space and Spare Wheel
The Tata Punch offers a generous 366 liters of boot space. The PURE variant does not come with a parcel tray, but it can be added as an accessory. Lower variants (SMART and PURE) do not include a spare wheel; instead, a puncture repair kit with an inflator and liquid is provided.
Engine and Performance
The Tata Punch PURE comes with a 1.2-liter, three-cylinder non-turbo petrol engine.
- Petrol Engine: This engine produces 85 bhp of power and 115 Nm of torque. It offers a mileage of about 18-19 kmpl.
- CNG Engine: When running on CNG, the power output is 72 bhp and 103 Nm of torque, with a mileage of around 26 kmpl.
- New Options: The Punch now also offers a 1.2-liter turbo petrol engine in higher variants, producing 118 bhp and 170 Nm of torque. An automatic option is also available for the CNG variant, which is a new addition.
Dimensions
- Length: 3876 mm (increased by 49 mm due to connected taillights)
- Width: 1742 mm
- Height: 1615 mm
- Wheelbase: 2445 mm (distance between front and rear wheels)
Advanced Safety Features
Beyond the 6 airbags and 5-star rating, the Tata Punch includes other important safety features:
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
- EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
- Reverse parking sensors
- Speed alert system
- Seat belt warning
- Engine crash sensor
- ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
The Tata Punch PURE variant offers a compelling package for those looking for a safe, feature-rich, and stylish micro SUV.
