Tata recently revealed the all-new Tata Punch and the car has already gained huge popularity, all thanks to its SUV characteristics. The Tata Punch price is expected to start from INR 5-5.50 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) which makes it a close competitor to its elder sibling, the Tata Altroz. The Altroz and the Punch are based on the brand's modular platform and offer an extremely lucrative and sorted package to the buyers. Here is a quick Tata Punch vs Tata Altroz comparison that will help you understand the two vehicles better.
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Tata Punch vs Tata Altroz Design and Dimension Comparison
Just like the Tata Altroz, the Tata Punch too is based on the brand's latest Agile Light Flexible Advanced (ALFA) Architecture. However, the Punch gets a completely different styling which may give you a hint of the Harrier and the Nexon. The car gets rugged styling along with many attractive styling elements such as bumper-mounted headlamps, high-set hood, and R-16 dual cut alloy wheels. The road presence offered by the Punch is commendable and the car definitely looks extremely appealing and rugged due to the prominent cladding.
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The Tata Altroz on the other hand gets an aggressive and imposing design language which makes it look a lot more attractive and sophisticated when compared to the Punch. The car also gets significantly less ground clearance while the wheelbase stands at 2501 mm. The Altroz gets sleek headlamps that complement the overall styling of the vehicle and in all, the Altroz definitely offers a slightly better exterior style. Both the cars get projector headlamps and LED taillights.
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| Tata Punch | Tata Altroz | |
| Length | 3827 mm | 3990 mm |
| Width | 1742 mm | 1755 mm |
| Height | 1615 mm | 1523 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2445 mm | 2501 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 187 mm (unladen) | 165 mm |
| Boot Space | 366 L | 345 L |
| Kerb Weight | 1000-1035 kg | N/A |
Tata Punch Vs Tata Altroz Specs Comparison
The Tata Punch is only available with a single-engine option i.e 1.2-L Revotron 3-cylinder BS6 engine. The maximum power output figures of this engine stand at 86 ps while the peak torque output is claimed to be 113 Nm. Right from the launch, the Punch will be available with a 5-speed MT as well as a 5-speed AMT gearbox. While the low-end grunt offered by this motor is commendable, the performance may not be very impressive for many.
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The Altroz on the other hand can be had with three different engine options that include a naturally aspirated petrol engine, a turbocharged petrol engine, and a diesel engine. The 1.2-L Revotron engine powering the Altroz delivers a maximum power and torque output of 86 ps and 113 Nm respectively. The other petrol engine is the newly introduced 1.2-L i-TURBO petrol engine. This engine boasts a maximum power output of 110 ps while the maximum torque output stands at 140 Nm. Both these engines can only be had with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
| Tata Punch | Tata Altroz Revotron | Tata Altroz i-TURBO | |
| Engine Type | Revotron 1.2-L BS6 Engine | Revotron 1.2-L BS6 Engine | 1.2-L i-TURBO BS6 Engine |
| Capacity, Cylinders | 1199 cc, 3 Cylinder | 1199 cc, 3 Cylinder | 1199 cc, 3 Cylinder |
| Max Power | 86 ps @ 6000 rpm | 86 ps @ 6000 rpm | 110 ps @ 5500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm | 113 Nm @ 3300 rpm | 140 Nm @ 1500-5500 rpm |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed MT/ 5-Speed AMT | 5-Speed MT | 5-Speed MT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L | 37 L |
Tata Punch Vs Tata Altroz Interior and Features Comparison
The Tata Punch gets an extremely spacious cabin that offers high seating and commendable visibility. The seats are comfortable and get adjustable headrests. The floating island touchscreen infotainment system is well within the reach of the driver and the dashboard too gets an attractive and appealing layout. The doors open at an angle of 90 degrees that make it extremely easy for the occupants to move in and out of the vehicle. On the features front, the car gets a push-button start, automatic climate control, power-folding ORVM, cruise control, rain-sensing wipers, auto headlamps and many other safety features that are offered as a standard part of the package.
Tata Altroz gets an extremely premium cabin that boasts incredible fit and finish levels along with commendable plastic quality. The visibility from inside the cabin is great and the seats offer a comfortable seating experience. The space at the front and at the rear is impressive and slightly better than the Punch. The low seating however can be a bit of concern for the elderly in the family. The floating infotainment and digital TFT instrument are however similar to the Punch.
Price Comparison
On comparing the prices, the entry-level trim of Altroz is just Rs 35,000 more expensive than Punch. Altroz is available with both petrol and diesel engines and starts at Rs 5.84 lakhs and goes up to Rs 9.59 lakhs whereas Punch that is only available with petrol engine starts at Rs 5.49 lakhs and goes up to Rs 9.09 lakhs (ex-showroom) respectively.
| MODEL | VARIANT | ENGINE | MINIMUM PRICE | MAXIMUM PRICE |
| TATA PUNCH | Pure | 1.2L Petrol | - | Rs 5.49 lakhs |
| Adventure | 1.2L Petrol | Rs 6.39 lakhs | Rs 6.99 lakhs | |
| Accomplished | 1.2L Petrol | Rs 7.29 lakhs | Rs 7.89 lakhs | |
| Creative | 1.2L Petrol | Rs 8.49 lakhs | Rs 9.09 lakhs | |
| TATA ALTROZ | XE | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | Rs 5.84 lakhs | Rs 5.99 lakhs |
| XM | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | Rs 6.49 lakhs | Rs 6.79 lakhs | |
| XT | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | - | Rs 7.38 lakhs | |
| XZ | 1.2L Revotron Petrol | Rs 7.92 lakhs | Rs 8.70 lakhs | |
| XE | 1.5L Turbo Revotron Diesel | Rs 7.04 lakhs | Rs 7.27 lakhs | |
| XM | 1.5L Turbo Revotron Diesel | Rs 7.64 lakhs | Rs 7.94 lakhs | |
| XT | 1.5L Turbo Revotron Diesel | - | Rs 8.53 lakhs | |
| XZ | 1.5L Turbo Revotron Diesel | Rs 9.07 lakhs | Rs 9.59 lakhs |
Tata Punch vs Altroz Verdict
While the Tata Punch offers a more practical, capable, and rugged package for those looking to buy a compact vehicle with SUV traits, the Altroz on the other hand offers a more premium and sophisticated package. In terms of looks too, the Punch features a bold styling with high ground clearance while the Altroz offers a more aggressive and elegant look. Considering everything that has been discussed so far, picking a clear winner will be extremely difficult as both these cars target a different set of buyers.
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