Tata Motors Punch EV Smart
Electric micro SUV · 4W · Launched 2024
₹9.69 Lakh
Ex-showroom India
Range
365 km
Battery
30 kWh
Top speed
120 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
88 bhp
Seats
5
Overview
Base Punch EV Smart at ₹10.99L — India's most affordable born-electric car. 315 km range with the 25 kWh battery. Same platform as the Adventure variant.
Best for
First-time EV buyers wanting the cheapest possible born-electric 4W with Tata reliability
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Under ₹11L — cheapest born-electric car
- 315 km range — no range anxiety
- Born-electric platform — proper EV architecture
- Tata service network
−Cons
- Only 2 airbags on base variant
- 82 bhp — slow acceleration
- 8-hour home charge
- Basic features only on Smart trim
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Tata Motors in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Same as other Punch EV variants — 12V battery drain, firm regen braking
Reported in earlier models — Tata Motors has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying considerations
- 1Spend ₹2L more for Adventure LR — 6 airbags + 421 km range is worth it
- 2Best value 4W EV entry point in India
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 30 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 365 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 0-80% in 56 min (50kW DC) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 1,60,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 120 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 88 bhp |
| Torque | 154 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1280 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 190 mm |
| Boot space | 366 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of Tata Motors Punch EV Smart. Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹9.69 Lakh | ₹38,760(4%) | ₹33,915 | ₹10.57 Lakh |
Mumbai | ₹9.69 Lakh | ₹1.07 Lakh(11%) | ₹33,915 | ₹11.25 Lakh |
Bengaluru | ₹9.69 Lakh | ₹77,520(8%) | ₹33,915 | ₹10.95 Lakh |
Hyderabad | ₹9.69 Lakh | ₹87,210(9%) | ₹33,915 | ₹11.05 Lakh |
Chennai | ₹9.69 Lakh | ₹77,520(8%) | ₹33,915 | ₹10.95 Lakh |
Pune | ₹9.69 Lakh | ₹96,900(10%) | ₹33,915 | ₹11.15 Lakh |
Ahmedabad | ₹9.69 Lakh | ₹58,140(6%) | ₹33,915 | ₹10.76 Lakh |
Kolkata | ₹9.69 Lakh | ₹48,450(5%) | ₹33,915 | ₹10.66 Lakh |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
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ev.care expert verdict
Based on real service data from ev.care's 2,500+ EV repair network and hands-on evaluation.
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Tata Motors Punch EV Smart
₹9.69 Lakh
Bottom line
The Tata Motors Punch EV Smart scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: First-time EV buyers wanting the cheapest possible born-electric 4W with Tata reliability. Key strength: under ₹11l — cheapest born-electric car. Main consideration: only 2 airbags on base variant.
Expert ratings are based on ev.care service data, publicly available specs, and editorial assessment. Ratings may be updated as new data is available.
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