The sub-compact SUV was the best-selling car in India in CY2024.

Tata Motors has achieved a new production milestone with the rollout of the 5,00,000th Punch.

The Punch was launched in October 2021 and has been registering strong sales ever since. The sub-compact SUV even became the best-selling car in India in CY2024.

Tata Motors rolled out the 1,00,000th unit of the Punch within 10 months of its launch. Its production crossed the 2 lakh unit mark in 2023, following the introduction of the CNG version.

Tata rolled out the Punch.ev in January 2024, and by August, production crossed the 4 lakh unit mark. In the next 5 months, Tata Motors produced 1 lakh units of the Punch to reach the latest milestone.

The Punch is available with a 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 86.5 BHP and 115 Nm. It is paired with either a 5-speed manual or an AMT. The CNG version has 72.5 BHP and 103 Nm and comes with a 5-speed manual gearbox.

The Punch.ev is available with a 25 kWh battery that powers a 60 kW electric motor and a 35 kWh battery pack, which comes with a 90 kW electric motor.

Apart from these models, Tata Motors also displayed the Bandipur Edition of the Safari and Nexon.ev.

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Big shoutout to KarthikK for shooting these pictures & his coverage of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. Thanks for sharing, man!

Tata Motors displayed a flex-fuel version of the Punch at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo:

A CNG-powered variant was also showcased.

Powered by a 102 L Revotron engine that makes 73 BHP and 103 NM. Has a 5-speed manual transmission:

Bandipur Edition of the Safari and Nexon.ev have been shown as well:

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The top 10 list of best-selling cars includes the WagonR, Ertiga, Brezza, Swift, Baleno, Scorpio, Fronx and Nexon.

According to Jato Dynamics, the Tata Punch looks set to become India’s best-selling car in 2024. The overall sales of the sub-compact SUV are expected to surpass the 2023 leader Maruti Swift.

Last year, the Tata Punch was placed 7th among the top 10 best-selling cars in India. Tata Motors is likely to end this year with a record 2,00,678 units of the Punch, overtaking popular models like the Maruti Suzuki WagonR and Hyundai Creta. The other models in the top 10 list of best-selling cars include the Maruti Ertiga, Brezza, Swift, Baleno, Mahindra Scorpio, Maruti Fronx and Tata Nexon.

Data shows that from 2021 to 2024, the Tata Punch registered a compound annual growth rate of 73%, which is the fastest among all models since its launch in 2021. One of the reasons for the rise in popularity of the Tata Punch is the variety of powertrains on offer. The Punch is available with a conventional petrol engine, CNG, and as a pure EV.

The model’s weighted average price excluding discounts and incentives is estimated to have gone up by 9% to Rs 8.38 lakh compared to last year. It is calculated by multiplying each variant of a model with units sold. The sum of all these variants multiplied by the number of units of each is then divided by the number of units sold.

The Nexon is the only other Tata model in the top 10 list. It is expected to register sales of 1,56,770 units, dropping from 5th place in 2023 to 10th.

Source: ET Auto

The Tata Punch competes with the Hyundai Exter and Citroen C3 in the Indian market.

Tata Motors has discontinued the mid-spec Adventure and Adventure Rhythm trims of the Punch. The sub-compact SUV is now available in 8 variants, including the recently launched Camo edition.

Prices for the Tata Punch start at Rs 6.13 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base Pure trim. The top-spec Creative + S Petrol MT trim costs Rs 9.45 lakh.

The Punch is also available with a 5-speed automatic manual transmission. Prices for the AMT version start at Rs 8.20 lakh, with the top-spec Creative + S trim costing Rs 10 lakh.

Tata Motors also offers the Punch with its twin-cylinder CNG technology. There are five CNG variants on offer with prices starting at Rs 7.23 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Tata Punch competes with the Hyundai Exter and Citroen C3 in the Indian market.

The Punch Camo edition is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT.

Tata Motors has launched the Punch Camo edition this festive season. The new limited edition version of the sub-compact SUV is available at a starting price of Rs 8,44,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The Punch Camo edition comes in a new Seaweed Green exterior colour with a white roof and 16-inch charcoal grey alloy wheels. Inside, the car gets Camo-themed upholstery.

In terms of features, the Punch Camo edition comes equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a wireless charger, rear AC vents, a USB Type-C charger, and a centre console with an armrest.

The Punch Camo edition is powered by a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 87 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 115 Nm @ 3,150-3,350 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT.

While I appreciate the car for its strengths, I would be the first to criticize its fit and finish issues.

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1 year, 8000 km and 3rd service update:

I haven't updated the thread for a while since I didn't have anything significant to add. No better time to update than now, with our little Tata turning one on September 15th.

I completed the 3rd service on September 10th, with around 8000 km on the odometer. It was a routine service, as there was nothing specific to address. The total cost of the service was INR 4300. The car was serviced in about three hours, which is truly commendable given that the service center was jam-packed with cars. However, I was a bit disappointed with how the vehicle was cleaned. I also feel that the charges for wheel alignment, balancing, and rotation, which were about INR 1800, are on the higher side.

The current odometer reading stands at 8350 km. While the first 5000 km milestone was achieved in six months, the car managed another 3000+ km in the following six-month period. Just to put things into perspective, the car it replaced, the Alto K10, had done about 27000 km in 5.5 years before it was sold.

Once the initial teething issues were resolved, the car has largely been niggle-free. The driver-side power window issue I reported earlier did crop up on a few rare occasions, however, it is working fine now. There’s an odd minor rattle I hear from inside the dashboard near the steering column, but it isn’t really bothersome. What is a bit more concerning is the rear parcel tray rattle when driving on undulating roads. Do I lose sleep over it? Not really.

The car is typically used for shorter runabouts. The FE usually hovers around 14 kmpl, which I’m pretty okay with. On rare occasions when the car hits the highways, the FE improves to 15–15.5 kmpl. A lighter right foot might have pushed the FE a bit higher, but I’m not complaining.

So, after a year of usage, my likes and dislikes of the vehicle remain pretty much the same as they were in the opening post.

A few YouTube reviewers and others believe that the 1.2L motor is its Achilles' heel. While I agree that a more powerful and refined engine would be welcome, I feel that it is adequate for the car. These days, social media platforms play a huge role in the buying decisions of many people, especially non-enthusiasts. When you have a perception built around you, your views tend to be biased. I'm citing an incident to clarify my point.

A few weeks ago, during a conversation with an acquaintance, he mentioned that the Punch is a well-built, strong car. However, he wasn't sure if its "1.2cc" engine is capable enough! Even if he had referred to it as 1.2L, I’m sure he wouldn’t know much about it. The conversation didn’t end there. The gentleman further asked whether his Swift diesel is 1.2 or 1.3!

What I’m trying to say is that not everyone is thorough with the numbers, and it’s not necessary to be, honestly speaking. I’m highlighting how opinions and perceptions are formed and influenced by social media and individuals with half-knowledge.

Now, having said all this, would I recommend the car to anyone? Definitely, I would. It has a few shortcomings, but the positive aspects easily outweigh them.

For mainstream users, who likely make up about 80-90 percent of its total sales, the 1.2L motor does the job well. For anyone looking to buy the car, I suggest going for a test drive without preconceived notions; this way, you can evaluate it better. Do I sound fanboyish? I’m definitely not. While I appreciate the car for its strengths, I would be the first to criticize its fit and finish issues. Having a 5-star NCAP rating is great, but it’s high time Tata focused on fit and finish and quality. If you ask me, I value the latter more.

Before I conclude, let me share a jugaad I’ve implemented. The so-called 7D floor mat covers the floor pretty well, except for the area under the clutch, brake, and accelerator pedals. Because of this, the floor area below it would get soiled easily, and cleaning it is quite a task. So, I went to a cushion works shop and had this piece of tarpaulin stitched (see ref. pic). It’s just a plain sheet of tarpaulin with Velcro tape at one end, which I secure to the floor carpet below the pedals. This 100-rupee job has really solved my issue.

In addition to this, I sourced a door sill protector tape from Amazon and stuck the segments onto the plastic claddings on the doorsill to prevent scratches and scuff marks. While the self-adhesive tape isn’t very strong, it still does the job reasonably well.

A few random pics of the car-

These are not bird droppings, 'Kalladka Flyover Droppings' instead. Folks driving this route who would know.

In the haste of cleaning this up, I ended up leaving minute scratches on the ORVM.

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The Tata Punch competes with the Hyundai Exter and Citroen C3 in the Indian market.

Tata Motors has launched the updated Punch in India. The 2024 iteration of the Punch is priced at Rs 6.12 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai).

The 2024 Tata Punch is available in 10 variants – Pure, Pure (O), Adventure, Adventure Rhythm, Adventure S, Adventure+ S, Accomplished+, Accomplished+ S, Creative+ and Creative+ S.

The updated Punch comes with several new features, including a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It has wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a wireless charger, rear AC vents and a USB Type-C charging port.

The new Punch is mechanically identical to the outgoing version. The B-SUV is offered with a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 87 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 115 Nm @ 3,150-3,350 rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT. It is also available with a factory-fitted CNG option.

The Tata Punch competes with the Hyundai Exter and Citroen C3 in the Indian market.

The Punch facelift will receive similar cosmetic updates similar to those introduced on the Punch.ev.

Tata Motors is likely to introduce the Punch facelift sooner than initially thought. Also, new details have emerged that suggest that the updated Punch could be offered in fewer variants.

Reports suggest Tata might rejig the variant lineup of the Punch. The Pure Rhythm, Accomplished, Accomplished (Sunroof) and Creative trims could be discontinued. Instead, it will get Pure (O), Adventure S and Adventure+ S trims.

The Punch facelift will receive similar cosmetic updates similar to those introduced on the Punch.ev. It will get a redesigned front fascia with new LED DRLs, among other changes.

Inside, the Punch facelift will get a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless charging and a sunroof.

The Punch facelift will be offered with the same 1.2-litre petrol engine as before. It will be paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT. The compact SUV will also get a factory-fitted CNG option.

Source: Autocar India

Electric and CNG variants make up 47% of Punch’s total sales.

The Tata Punch has become India’s top-selling car with over 1.26 lakh units sold between January and July 2024.

The Maruti Suzuki WagonR, which has been the top-selling car in India for a long time, slipped to second place with 1.16 lakh units sold. The Hyundai Creta was the third best-selling car during this period with 1.09 lakh units sold, followed by the Maruti Brezza and Ertiga with 1.05 lakh and 1.04 lakh units, respectively.

Tata Motors has registered a massive growth in the sales of the Punch compared to the same period last year when just over 79,000 units were sold. However, in July 2024, Punch sales slipped to fourth position with the Hyundai Creta taking the top spot.

According to media reports, electric and CNG variants make up 47% of Punch’s total sales, whereas CNG contributes to 45% of WagonR’s sales. CNG variants of the Brezza and Ertiga make up 27% and 58% of their respective sales.

Source: TOI

Overall, the past year has been good for us and we enjoyed the journeys in Punch.

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10,500 km update - TPMS installation, third free service with AMC

TPMS Installation

I was sorely missing a TPMS on my Punch and had been trying to source it for some time. Unfortunately, the local vendors lacked knowledge about it and adding to it were quoting exorbitant sums for the product despite not knowing anything about it. One guy even told me each sensor would cost upward of ₹1500. So my wishes were on hold.

On one lazy July afternoon, I got this from BHPian @Ashtoncastelino -

I was on leave that day and couldn't miss the sweet deal of four reliable Treel TPMS at ₹1600. I said yes in no time and on confirming that he would be personally available to supervise the installation at his trusted tyre shop in his village, started my drive. I was pleased to see these cute boxes and fresh products inside.

We were in for a surprise when we (including the mechanic) couldn't unscrew two of them even with proper screwdrivers. Ashton even brought his Stanley toolbox. While we ended up rounding the screw head, Ashton finally managed to tighten it a bit and then unscrew it properly.

I appreciated how Ashton took care of my car as his own by guiding the installer from placing the jack at the right points to removing the tyre from the rim.

Missed scanning a QR code

During the installation, I loaded the Android app, completed the product registration and scanned the QR code on the individual sensors. Amidst the screw removal issue, we missed scanning one of the QR codes and we discovered that the QR codes on the box and sensors were different. The ones on the boxes aid in product registration and it does not add the sensor to the vehicle. At one point we wondered if the tyre would have to be removed again to scan the QR - it was already dark and I did not want to put everyone in trouble again. I was looking for cues and figured out that the alphanumeric part of the serial number on the box is the sensor code that adds the sensor to the app. Thus, we could add the missing tyre to the app and installation was completed.

TPMS in action

Happy faces after the outcome

In the meantime, the app was not showing up on Android Auto and like others have experienced elsewhere in the forum, I contacted Treel support to obtain the APK file. Once I loaded the APK, the details started showing up beautifully on the HUD.

Third free service and AMC purchase

The car's third service was due on 27 July and since I had to take it to Mangalore for service, I did not wait till the last day. The odometer was at 10.5k. Like many BHPians here, I don't hand over the car to the dealer's driver for pick-up and drop. So I drove it to Cauvery Motors service at Mangalore on 20 July.

The servicing itself was smooth with the aid of my trusted service advisor, Robin. While booking the service appointment, he apprised me about the AMC packages that I had not bought during the car purchase but decided to go for now. I enquired about P2P but was told that Tata no longer provides it and I opted for the 4-year, 40,000 km Gold AMC which cost nearly ₹38,500. I learnt that the car must be covered under warranty to avail the AMC and in my case, I had opted for the maximum 5-year warranty during purchase last year. Since AMC is valid for 4 years, it expires just a week before the warranty expiry thereby adding to peace of my mind. What puzzles me is Tata Motors charging for items like windshield fluid and balance weights despite having an AMC. Other consumables are not charged. I could get my squeaking wiper blades replaced for free under this.

Overall the past year has been good for us and we enjoyed the journeys in Punch. We are looking forward to another satisfying year ahead.

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