Tata Motors has recently launched the 2026 Tata Punch facelift. It is the first major update of the Punch, which was launched in 2021 and has turned out be a grand success, with over 7 lakh units sold. The new Punch has arrived with cosmetic updates and a new turbocharged petrol engine. Here is a comparison of the new Tata Punch and the old Tata Punch to know how different the new model is from the old one.
New Tata Punch vs Old Tata Punch: Dimensions & Design
| New Tata Punch | Old Tata Punch | |
| Length | 3,876 mm | 3,827 mm |
| Width | 1,742 mm | 1,742 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,615 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,445 mm | 2,445 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 193 mm | 187 mm |
| Boot Space | 366 litres | 366 litres |
While the new Tata Punch is 49 mm longer than its predecessor, the rest of the dimensions are the same. In terms of cabin space, the new Punch is as spacious as the old Punch.
While the overall design of the new Punch is the same as the old one, the front end has seen the most updates. The new Punch gets vertically stacked block-like headlamps, while the old model had larger hexagonal headlamps. As with the old model, the headlamps are placed on the bumper, while the slim, eyebrow-shaped LED DRLs are on the edges of the redesigned blacked-out grille. Lower down on the bumper, the tri-arrow pattern on the air dam has been replaced by blacked-out horizontal slats with a silver surround. On the side, except for the redesigned 16-inch alloy wheels, all design elements are the same as before, including the chunky black cladding that covers the SUV’s bottom. At the rear, triple-stripe shaped tail lamps replace the tri-arrow shaped ones, and now the tail lamps are connected by a light bar. Other updates on the rear include the addition of a faux skid plate and a lower position for the rear camera.
The new Tata Punch is nearly as large as the old Tata Punch, and the space inside the cabin is also the same as before.
New Tata Punch vs Old Tata Punch: Engine & Transmission
| New Tata Punch | Old Tata Punch | |
| Engine | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine | 1.2 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine |
| Power | 88 PS (NA petrol) 73.5 PS (CNG) 120 PS (turbo petrol) | 88 PS (petrol) 73.5 PS (CNG) |
| Torque | 115 Nm (NA petrol) 103 Nm (CNG) 170 Nm (turbo petrol) | 115 Nm (petrol) 103 Nm (CNG) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual gearbox & 5-speed AMT with NA petrol and CNG 6-speed manual gearbox with turbo petrol | 5-speed manual gearbox & 5-speed AMT (petrol only) |
| Mileage | Up to 18.9 km/l (petrol) Up to 26.99 km/kg (CNG) | Up to 18.9 km/l (petrol) Up to 26.99 km/kg (CNG) |
The old Tata Punch was powered by a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, which was also offered with a factory-fitted CNG kit. While this engine easily meets your daily driving needs, according to consumer feedback, it feels underpowered, especially considering the rivals’ engines. To address this concern, with the Tata Punch facelift, Tata has added a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine to its powertrains. This turbocharged engine also powers the larger Tata Nexon, which has found commendable success. With the turbocharged petrol engine, the Punch feels more powerful on the go, and you do not feel short on power when you need a quick overtake.
The old Tata Punch CNG variants were available with a manual transmission only, while the new Tata Punch CNG variants are available with both manual and automatic transmissions.
The new Tata Punch continues all the powertrain options of the old Tata Punch. However, the new Tata Punch also offers a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine and an AMT with CNG variants, which were previously offered with a manual transmission only.
New Tata Punch vs Old Tata Punch: Features & Comfort
| New Tata Punch | Old Tata Punch | |
| Infotainment system | 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system | 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system |
| Music system | 8-speaker Harman music system with four speakers and two tweeters | 8-speaker Harman music system with four speakers and two tweeters |
| Climate control | Automatic | Automatic |
| Ventilated seats | Not available | Not available |
| Adjustable steering | Tilt | Tilt |
| Drive modes | City & Eco | City & Eco |
| Instrument cluster | 7-inch digital instrument cluster | 7-inch semi-digital instrument cluster |
| Sunroof | Single-pane sunroof | Single-pane sunroof |
| Adjustable seats (manual or electric) | Height-adjustable driver seat (manual) | Height-adjustable driver seat (manual) |
| Rear AC vents | Available | Available |
| 60:40 rear seat split | Available | Available |
| Cruise control | Available | Available |
While the overall interior layout of the new Tata Punch is the same as the old model, there are a few updates. The layered dashboard is nearly the same as the old model, but it has been redesigned; the central AC vents are in a single boxy housing now. Earlier, they were two separate units. Moreover, Tata has added a new two-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated Tata logo, and updated the centre console, adding a gloss-black touch-sensitive panel for HVAC control. The new Tata Punch has also brought in a new 7-inch digital instrument cluster, updated 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, a new 360-degree camera, and extendable thigh support for all seats.
Overall, the new Tata Punch is as feature-rich as the old model. It offers an 8-speaker Harman sound system, a single-pane sunroof, push-button start, cruise control, wireless charger, auto-dimming IRVM, and more.
On the inside, the new Tata Punch is nearly the same as the old Tata Punch; however, it brings some cosmetic updates and some updated features.
New Tata Punch vs Old Tata Punch: Safety Features
| New Tata Punch | Old Tata Punch | |
| NCAP Safety Rating | 5-star in Bharat NCAP | 5-star in Bharat NCAP |
| Airbags | Six airbags as standard | Dual front airbags |
| ABS with EBD | Yes | Yes |
| ESC | No | No |
| Traction Control | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| Rain-sensing Wipers | Yes | Yes |
| Hill hold assist | No | No |
| Hill descent control | No | No |
| Rear sensors | Yes | Yes |
| Rear parking camera | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child seat anchor points | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | No | No |
Like the old Tata Punch, the new Tata Punch has been crash tested by the Bharat NCAP and has scored a full 5-star rating, exhibiting its structural strength. A key addition to the list of safety features is that now the Tata Punch offers six airbags as standard, while the old Tata Punch offered only two airbags.
New Tata Punch vs Old Tata Punch: Price comparison
| New Tata Punch | Old Tata Punch (last recorded price) | |
| Base variants (Ex-Showroom) | Rs. 5.60 – 6.70 lakh | Rs. 5.50 – 6.68 lakh |
| Mid variants (Ex-Showroom) | Rs. 6.50 – 8.55 lakh | Rs. 6.56 – 8.39 lakh |
| Upper mid variants (Ex-Showroom) | Rs. 7.60 – 9.50 lakh | Rs. 7.85 – 9.85 lakh |
| Top variant | Rs. 8.30 – 10.55 lakh | Rs. 8.52 – 10.20 lakh |
Thanks to the new GST slabs, the new Tata Punch is nearabout of the same price as the old Tata Punch.
New Tata Punch vs Old Tata Punch: FAQs
Is the new Tata Punch larger than the old Tata Punch?
The new Tata Punch is 3,876 mm long, 1,742 mm wide, 1,615 mm tall, and has a wheelbase of 2,445 mm. The old Tata Punch was 3,827 mm long, 1,742 mm wide, 1,615 mm tall, and had a wheelbase of 2,445 mm. So, while the new Tata Punch is 49 mm longer than its predecessor, the rest of the dimensions are the same. In terms of cabin space, the new Punch is as spacious as the old Punch.
Is the new Tata Punch more powerful than the old Tata Punch?
The old Tata Punch offered one engine: a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, which produced 88 PS with petrol and 73.5 PS with CNG. The new Tata Punch offers this same engine, but it is also available with a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine, which produces 120 PS power. So, the new Tata Punch is more powerful than the old Tata Punch.
Does the new Tata Punch deliver higher mileage than the old Tata Punch?
The new Tata Punch delivers up to 18 km/l mileage with its 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and up to 16 km/l mileage with its 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine. Whereas the old Tata Punch delivered up to 18 km/l mileage with its 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. So, the new Tata Punch is as fuel-efficient as the old Tata Punch.
Does the new Tata Punch have a sunroof?
Yes, the new 2026 Tata Punch offers a single-pane voice-assisted sunroof.
