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Tata Punch vs Nexon: Compare prices, specs and features

Team AckoFeb 16, 2024

Tata Motors is known for its customer-oriented passenger cars and practicality and affordability as its mainstay. Two of their popular models are the Tata Punch and Tata Nexon. Both vehicles offer great value for money, but they are very different in terms of features, size and characteristics. In this article, we will take a deeper look into the Tata Punch vs Tata Nexon comparison, highlighting the differences and similarities. We will also look at the performance, design, features and price to help you make a smart decision.

Contents

Tata Punch vs Nexon: Price comparison
Tata Punch vs Tata Nexon: Mileage
Punch vs Nexon: Safety features
Tata Punch vs Nexon: Comfort and convenience
Punch vs Nexon: Infotainment system
Punch vs Nexon: Seats
Punch vs Nexon: Interior comparison
Punch vs Nexon: Exterior comparison
Tata Punch vs Nexon: Colours
Punch vs Nexon: Specifications
- Pros and cons of Tata Punch and Tata Nexon
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Tata Punch vs Nexon: Price comparison

The Tata Punch is a small compact SUV, while the Tata Nexon is certainly its bigger sibling. The company has ensured both vehicles offer a wide range of benefits and comfort. In comparison, the prices of the Punch SUV are between Rs. 6 to 9.54 lakh. The prices of the Nexon are between Rs. 7.70 to Rs. 14.18 lakh. Here is the variant-wise price comparison of Nexon vs Punch.

Tata Nexon Variants	Tata Nexon Price (Ex-showroom)	Tata Punch Variants (Petrol only)	Tata Punch Price (Ex-showroom)
XE Petrol	Rs. 7.70 lakh	Pure (Manual only)	Rs. 6 to 6.32 lakh
XM Petrol (Manual/Automatic)	Rs. 8.70 to 10.50 lakh	Adventure (Manual/Automatic)	Rs. 6.75 to 7.80 lakh
XZ Petrol (Manual/Automatic)	Rs. 10.40 to 12.88 lakh	Accomplished (Manual/Automatic)	Rs. 7.55 to 8.63 lakh
XM Diesel (Manual/Automatic)	Rs. 10 to 11.80 lakh	Creative (Manual/Automatic)	Rs. 8.37 to 9.37 lakh
XZ Diesel (Manual/Automati)	Rs. 11.70 to 14.18 lakh	Kaziranga (Manual/Automati)	Rs. 8.65 to 9.54 lakh

Tata Punch vs Tata Nexon: Mileage

When you compare Tata Punch vs Tata Nexon mileage, the former is fuel-efficient compared to the petrol versions of the latter. Here is the fuel efficiency comparison of Punch vs Nexon based on gearbox type.

Fuel type	Gearbox	Tata Punch ARAI mileage	Tata Nexon ARAI mileage
Diesel	Manual	Not Applicable	21.19 km/l
Petrol	Manual	18.97 km/l	17.57 km/l
Diesel	AMT	Not Applicable	22.07 km/l
Petrol	AMT	18.82 km/l	16.35 km/l

Punch vs Nexon: Safety features

Tata Motors has ensured both SUVs meet the strictest safety standards. This has resulted in the Punch and Nexon receiving 5 stars for safety by the Global New Car Assessment Program (GNCAP), making them one of the safest cars in India.

While both are rated five stars for their rating, they slightly differ regarding safety features. Here is a table comparing the safety features of Tata Nexon and Tata Punch.

Tata Nexon	Tata Punch
GNCAP Rating: 5 Stars	GNCAP Rating: 5 Stars
2 Airbags	2 Airbags
Seat belt warning	Seat belt warning
Child lock	Child lock
Anchor points for child seat (ISOFIX)	Anchor points for child seat (ISOFIX)
Electronic Traction Control	Front fog lamps with cornering function
Roll-over Mitigation	Auto headlamps
Emergency Brake Assist	Rain sensing wipers
Hill Hold Control	Rear defogger
Electronic Brake Pre-fill	Brake sway control
Brake Disc Wiping	Traction Pro (Automatic)
ABS with EBD	ABS with EBD
Reverse Parking Assist	Reverse Parking Assist
Auto Dimming IRVM	Anti-glare IRVM
Height Adjustable Seat Belts	Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Tata Punch vs Nexon: Comfort and convenience

The Tata Punch and Tata Nexon are equipped with similar comfort and convenience features, except that the Punch is not as feature-loaded as the Nexon. This is because Punch does not compete in the same segment as Nexon. Here are the key features of the SUVs.

Tata Nexon	Tata Punch
Ventilated seats	Push engine start/stop button
Electric sunroof	High seating with height adjustable driver seat
Wireless charger	Leather steering wheel
Rain sensing wipers	Cooled glove box
Automatic climate control	Automatic climate control
Electric ORVMs	Follow me home headlamps
Cruise control	Rear armrest
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS	Auto fold OVRMs
Auto headlamps	Rear wiper and washer
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay	25 utility spaces
Cooled glove box	Tilt steering option
Reverse Camera Assist	Steering mounted controls

Punch vs Nexon: Infotainment system

The Tata Nexon and Tata Punch have the same 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system by Harman, except that the Punch has lesser speakers.
Both vehicles are equipped with connected car technology.
When you compare the infotainment system of Nexon and Punch, the vehicles have the exact specifications, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto features.

Punch vs Nexon: Seats

The Punch and Nexon are 5-seater vehicles; however, the dimensions of the overall vehicle have a massive difference.
The Tata Nexon sits above the Tata Punch, its cabin is bigger and more spacious than the Tata Punch.
The Nexon’s rear seat is slightly more comfortable for Nexon occupants than that of the Punch SUV.
The Nexon also has a 60:40 seat ratio, making the boot space bigger than the Punch.
Since they both cater to different segments of SUVs, it is essential to note that we cannot compare both on the same levels.

Punch vs Nexon: Interior comparison

The interiors of the Nexon and Punch are premium and modern in appearance.
The Nexon boasts a three-tone finish to interiors, while the Punch has a two-tone finish.
The Tata Nexon is slightly premium compared to the Punch, with a luxurious central console and electric sunroof.
The Punch boasts a youthful touch to its interior with subtle touches such as body-coloured air vents, etc.

Punch vs Nexon: Exterior comparison

Tata Motors has ensured its SUV portfolio’s design language meets the needs of Indian sentiments.
The Nexon has a strong road presence and sportier drive, and you can get special edition models that set it apart from the stock models.
The Tata Nexon comes across as sporty and bold with its sloping roofline.
The Tata Punch has a tall SUV stance. The drivers will find themselves in a commanding seating position in both vehicles.

Tata Punch vs Nexon: Colours

The company offers some of the best colours for Tata Punch and Tata Nexon, including stunning special editions that set them apart from competitors. Here are the colours of the Punch and Nexon.

Tata Nexon	Tata Punch
Flame Red	Tornado Blue
Daytona Grey	Calypso Red
Foliage Green	Meteor Bronze
Grassland Beige	Atomic Orange
Calgary White	Tropical Mist
Royale Blue	Daytona Grey
Atlas Black	Foliage Green
Kaziranga Edition	Grassland Beige
Dark Edition	Orcus White
Jet Edition	Camo Edition
Starlight	Kaziranga Edition

Punch vs Nexon: Specifications

Comparing Tata Punch vs Tata Nexon, the Nexon is available in petrol and diesel guise. At the same time, the Punch is available with a petrol unit. The SUVs are offered in manual and Automated Manual Transmission (AMT). Here is a table comparing the specifications of the Tata Punch and Tata Nexon.

	Tata Nexon	Tata Nexon	Tata Punch
Engine Type	Turbo Charged Revotron Engine (Petrol)	Turbo Charged Revotorq Engine (Diesel)	Turbo Charged Revotron Engine (Petrol)
Engine Capacity	1.5-litre	1.5-litre	1.2-litre
Max. Power	120bhp	115bhp	86bhp
Max. Torque	170Nm	260Nm	113Nm
Gearbox	6-speed manual/6-speed AMT	6-speed manual/6-speed AMT	5-speed manual/5-speed AMT
Suspension	Front: MacPherson Strut with Anti-roll bar Rear: Twist Beam Suspension with Coil Spring	Front: MacPherson Strut with Anti-roll bar Rear: Twist Beam Suspension with Coil Spring	Front: Independent, lower wishbone, McPherson strut with coil spring Rear: Semi-independent twist beam with coil spring and shock absorbers
Tyres	195/60 R16 - For XE, XM, XMA, XM(S), XMA(S), XM+(S), XMA+(S) 215/65 R16 - For XZ+, XZA+, XZ+(S), XZ+Lux, XZA+Lux, XZ+Luxs, XZA+Luxs	195/60 R16 - For XE, XM, XMA, XM(S), XMA(S), XM+(S), XMA+(S) 215/65 R16 - For XZ+, XZA+, XZ+(S), XZ+Lux, XZA+Lux, XZ+Luxs, XZA+Luxs	195/60 R16 (Radial Tubeless) - For Creative 185/70 R15 (Radial Tubeless) - For Pure, Adventure, Accomplished
Dimension	Length: 3993mm Width: 1811mm Height: 1606mm Wheelbase: 2498mm	Length: 3993mm Width: 1811mm Height: 1606mm Wheelbase: 2498mm	Length: 3827mm Width: 1742mm Height: 1615mm Wheelbase: 2445mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	44 litre	44 litre	37 litre
Brakes	Front: Disc Rear: Drum	Front: Disc Rear: Drum	Front: Disc Rear: Drum

Pros and cons of Tata Punch and Tata Nexon

Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of the Punch and Nexon SUVs.

	Tata Nexon	Tata Punch
Pros	Multiple variants Special editions Branded infotainment system and speakers Powerful petrol engine Rear AC vent Sporty road presence	Best-in-class mileage Smaller in size and easy to drive in urban setup Solid road presence Flat floor at the rear
Cons	Smaller cabin space No entry-level diesel model in the XE variant	No CNG model or diesel Smaller cabin compared to Nexon

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the answers to some of the common questions about Tata Punch vs Tata Nexon.

Tata Nexon vs Tata Punch: Which has the highest mileage?

When compared, the Tata Punch petrol variants offer higher mileage compared to Tata Nexon petrol models.

Which is the suitable car insurance for SUVs such as Tata Punch and Tata Nexon?

The car insurance offers broad insurance coverage. It combines the coverage for 3rd-party liabilities and damages to the vehicle. You also have the option to include add-on covers to increase the coverage. This makes it suitable for SUVs.

Are the Tata Punch and Tata Nexon powered by the same engine?

The SUVs share the same 1.2-litre petrol engine; however, in different states of tune. The petrol unit of the Tata Punch produces lower power and torque when compared to the Tata Nexon.

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