Tata Motors has unveiled the Tata Punch facelift, which is scheduled to be launched on January 13. This will be the most comprehensive update of the Punch since its launch in 2021. The new Tata Punch’s design is largely inspired by the Tata Punch EV, and it will also offer a turbo petrol engine for the first time. The Tata Punch is one of the best-selling and most successful cars in India. As its predecessor has etched its name in the history books, let’s take a closer look at what the new Tata Punch will bring.
New 2026 Tata Punch: Design
Following their current tradition, Tata Motors has designed the new Tata Punch to look much like the Tata Punch EV, as is the case with the other Tata cars and their electric counterparts. At the front end, the vertically oriented trapezoidal headlights are the same as those on the Punch EV; however, the bumper is blacked out, while the Punch EV gets a body-coloured bumper. The bumper also houses an air dam, unlike the electric version. The other dissimilarity with the Punch EV is the black band between the signature LED DRLs; the Punch EV gets a full-width LED strip. The side profile is largely the same as before, with the only change being the new 16-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, the new Punch features new connected LED tail lamps and a revised bumper.
New 2026 Tata Punch: Interior and Features
On the inside, not much has changed, although interiors are like those of the Tata Nexon. Meanwhile, there are a few new elements, for example, a new 2-spoke steering wheel with illuminated Tata logo, a gloss black panel housing touch-sensitive HVAC controls, a new 7-inch digital instrument cluster, and an updated 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Also new are the seats with dual-tone grey and blue upholstery.
In terms of features, the new Tata Punch will also offer a 360-degree camera and hill descent control, along with its previous feature list, which includes automatic climate control, cruise control, a 6-speaker Harman sound system, keyless entry with push-button start, a single-pane sunroof, and more.
For safety equipment, the new Punch will offer 6 airbags (as standard), ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, rear parking camera, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and more.
New 2026 Tata Punch: Engine and Transmission
The new Punch will carry forward the powertrains from the current model. This includes a 1.2-litre petrol engine, which produces 88 PS power and 73.5 PS power (CNG), and the peak torque of 115 Nm and 103 Nm (CNG). The transmission options will include a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 5-speed AMT. Moreover, there will be a new 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine, which also powers the Tata Nexon. This engine produces 120 PS power and 170 Nm peak torque, and will be offered with a 6-speed manual transmission.
New 2026 Tata Punch: Price and Rivals
The new Tata Punch is expected to be priced at Rs 6 – 9.50 lakh (ex-showroom). It will rival the Hyundai Exter, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Toyota Taisor, and Citroen C3.
