Tata Motors’ electric mobility arm, TATA.ev, has unveiled the new avatar of the Punch.ev, marking a significant step toward accelerating mass adoption of electric vehicles in India. Designed to democratise entry-level electric mobility, the updated Punch.ev addresses key customer concerns around affordability, range confidence, charging accessibility and battery assurance.
Introduced at an attractive starting price of ₹9.69 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai), the new Punch.ev aims to bring EV ownership closer to price parity with internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in the entry-level small-car segment. Customers will also have access to an alternative Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) financing option starting at ₹6.49 lakh, combined with a battery subscription cost of ₹2.6 per kilometre.
Commenting on the launch, Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle Ltd. and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., said the new Punch.ev makes electric mobility more accessible and worry-free for households. With an estimated real-world driving range of around 355 km, fast-charging capability and a lifetime high-voltage battery warranty, the vehicle aims to eliminate major barriers preventing customers from choosing EVs as their primary cars.
Built on Advanced EV Architecture
Developed on Tata’s acti.ev platform, the Punch.ev strengthens the brand’s electric SUV portfolio while building on the popularity of the Punch nameplate in the sub-compact SUV category. The vehicle targets first-time EV buyers as well as families seeking a practical and affordable electric mobility solution.
Improved Range and Battery Options
The new Punch.ev features a larger 40 kWh LFP prismatic battery pack delivering an estimated real-world C75 range of approximately 355 km and an ARAI-certified range of 468 km under combined testing conditions. The model will also be available with a new 30 kWh battery pack option, offering customers greater flexibility based on driving requirements and budget.
Designed for both daily urban commuting and intercity travel, the expanded battery choices aim to reduce charging frequency while delivering lower running and maintenance costs compared to conventional vehicles.
Faster Charging and Ownership Assurance
Supporting fast-charging capability, the battery can charge from 20% to 80% in about 26 minutes under test conditions. A quick 15-minute charge can add nearly 135 km of real-world driving range, enabling convenient long-distance travel breaks.
To further enhance ownership confidence, the 40 kWh variant comes with a lifetime high-voltage battery warranty covering unlimited kilometres for the first owner, offering long-term reassurance around battery performance and durability.
Expanding Charging Ecosystem
TATA.ev continues to strengthen charging infrastructure nationwide, with access to more than 2.3 lakh charging points across 1,500 cities through home, community and public charging partnerships. The company has aggregated over 30,000 public chargers in collaboration with more than 30 charge point operators.
Customers can monitor real-time charger availability and complete end-to-end payments through the IRA.ev app. The brand’s curated “.ev Verified” network includes over 2,500 fast and reliable charging points across 500 cities and towns. Additionally, India’s largest superfast EV charging network established by TATA.ev currently spans more than 450 charging points across 130 mega charging hubs on 80 highways, with plans to expand to 800 charging points by FY26.
Available in three personas — Smart, Adventure and Empowered — the new Punch.ev combines practicality, technology and affordability, reinforcing Tata’s ambition to make electric mobility a mainstream choice for Indian consumers.
