The launch of the Tata Punch is finally around the corner. It's expected that the new model, which is underpinned by the carmaker's ALFA-ARC platform, will go on sale this festive season.
Based on the HBX, the Punch looks quite bold and definitely feels more rugged than a conventional hatchback. With its latest small car, Tata Motors has decided to target the small car buyers who aspire to own an SUV but don't want to spend extra to pick up the Nexon or any of its rivals. The upcoming model is expected to be launched at an aggressive price range to compete against the likes of Mahindra KUV 100, Renault Kwid and Maruti Ignis.
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The upcoming car might have a lot in common with Altroz and Tiago inside the cabin. Outside, Tata will offer multiple dual-tone colour schemes and as seen in various images, it will get C Pillars integrated door handles and squared-off wheel arches.
Tata Punch is expected to be launched with the same petrol engine that powers the Altroz, Tiago and Tigor. Hence, you will find a 1.2-litre, naturally aspirated three-cylinder petrol engine that will deliver 86 hp of maximum power and 115 Nm of peak torque. The motor will come mated to a 5-speed manual transmission as standard and will even offer an optional AMT. Tata might launch a turbo variant of the same engine along with a CNG option in future.
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Highlights of the styling package that the Tata Punch will offer include plastic body cladding, large front bumper, split headlamps and LED DRLs along with LED tail lamps in a signature tri-arrow design. The new model will ride on 16-inch alloy wheels. To offer an upmarket in-cabin experience, the Punch comes equipped with a semi-digital instrument cluster, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, height-adjustable driver seat and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
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Talking about the seating capacity of the car, Tata has kept an ample amount of space inside to fit in five people at a go. The fully-loaded variant of the Punch will come with a long list of features, including push-button start, cruise control, climate control and rear armrests with cup holders. Safety features will include dual front airbags, ABS with EBD and rear parking camera. Punch should also offer features like hill start assist and hill descent control along with traction modes of Sand, Mud and Rock.
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