Along with the new looks, the Tata Punch EV facelift is expected to continue with the existing powertrain options
One of Tata’s best-selling products, the Punch (ICE+EV) contributes more than 25% to monthly sales. Tata recently introduced some major updates with the ICE Punch facelift. And now, the Punch EV facelift is also being readied for launch on February 20. Before that, a test vehicle has been spied completely anonymously. Let’s see the details.
Punch EV facelift – what’s new?
At the front, the Punch EV facelift gets a refreshed bumper and headlamp housing. The overall focus is on achieving a more refined and clutter-free profile. Some changes can also be seen in the air dam and skid plate. Most of the other features including top-mounted LED DRLs, a closed-off grille and a centrally located charging port have been retained in the same format as before.
The side profile appears largely untouched. Key features include square wheel arches, body cladding, blacked-out ORVMs with integrated turn signals, blacked-out pillars and rear door handles mounted on the roof and C-pillar. The same alloy wheels are being used as the pre-facelift model on test. However, it is possible that select variants of the Punch EV facelift may get a new set of alloy wheels.
At the rear, the Punch EV facelift gets new tail lamps in connected format. These are the same units that were recently introduced with the ICE Punch facelift. The rear bumper has also been updated for a more dynamic appearance. Overall, the rear profile of the Punch EV facelift is quite similar to the recently launched ICE Punch facelift. The Punch EV facelift will get some new color options like brown and bright yellow.
Interior Design, Equipment List
Inside, the Tata Punch EV facelift is expected to get a more premium cabin experience. It can get a big screen with updated UI. The outgoing model is already equipped with features like phygital control panel, digital steering wheel with illuminated logo, jeweled control knobs, mood lights, illuminated cooled glove box and auto dimming IRVMs. The Punch EV also features an air purifier with AQI display, front ventilated seats, USB Type-C charging port, voice assisted electric sunroof and cruise control.
Safety kit available with the pre-facelift model includes 360° surround view camera system, blind spot monitor, EPB with auto hold, 6 airbags, SOS calling function, hill descent control, hill hold control, ESP, all-4 disc brake and puncture repair kit. All these features will be carried forward with the Punch EV facelift.
powertrain options
The Punch EV facelift is expected to continue with the same battery pack and electric motors as before. The base variant comes with a 25-kWh battery pack, offering a range of 315 km (as per MIDC cycle). The electric motor in the base variant produces 60 kW (82 PS) and 114 Nm. The Punch EV Long Range (LR) variant uses a 35-kWh battery pack with a certified range of 421 km. The electric motor produces 90 kW (122 PS) and 190 Nm. The LR variant can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds.
The Punch EV primarily rivals the Citroen eC3. It will soon have another rival, the Cyros EV, which could be launched later this year. With the update, the prices of the Punch EV may see a slight jump. The pre-facelift model has been introduced at a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh.