Tata Punch CNG Spotted On Test Without Cover, Launch Expected Soon
The test mule was finished in the white colour and had the ‘iCNG’ badge covered on the tailgate
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Tata first showcased the Punch CNG at the Auto Expo 2023.
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Spy shot also showed the spare wheel located on the underside of the test mule.
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The Punch CNG will get the same 73.5PS, 1.2-litre petrol engine as the Altroz CNG.
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Likely features on board include a 7-inch touchscreen and single-pane sunroof.
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To get Tata’s split-tank cylinder setup like the Altroz CNG.
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Launch expected soon; could be priced at a premium of around a lakh as seen with the Altroz CNG.
After introducing the split-tank technology in the Altroz CNG, the same formula is soon to be offered on the Tata Punch CNG. Now, the micro SUV was spotted on test recently without any camouflage hinting at an imminent launch. Tata first showcased the Punch CNG at the Auto Expo 2023.
Latest Revelations
In the latest spy shot, we can see a white Punch without any covers. The major giveaway of it being the CNG version was the hidden ‘iCNG’ badge on the tailgate. The spy images also revealed that the test mule had the spare wheel placed on its underside, further confirming that it was indeed the CNG variant on test.
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Powertrain Details
Tata will equip the Punch CNG with the same 1.2-litre petrol engine as the Altroz CNG, rated to produce 73.5PS and 103Nm. It will get a 5-speed manual transmission only. Like new Tata CNG models, the Punch CNG will also get the option of starting it directly in the CNG mode.
Feature Highlights
The Punch CNG will likely come with features such as a 7-inch touchscreen, single-pane sunroof (new introduction for the model), push-button start/stop, auto AC, and connected car tech. Its safety kit is expected to include multiple airbags, reversing camera, and rear parking sensors.
Usable Boot Space
Perhaps the biggest USP of the Punch CNG will be the usable boot space, with the dual CNG cylinders located underneath the boot floor. That said, Tata hasn’t yet revealed the exact boot space figure but we believe it is likely to be suitable to accommodate one small luggage bag and a pair of duffle or soft bags.
Also Read: 5 Takeaways Of The Tata Altroz CNG Review
Price And Competition
We expect the carmaker to price the Punch CNG at a premium of around a lakh over its existing petrol-only counterpart as seen with the Altroz CNG. It will take on the CNG variants of the upcoming Hyundai Exter.
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