Joseph Fernandes 
It’s time to compare the two Tata models against each other, Tata Altroz against the Tata Punch to see which model will be the best option for you!
Tata Altroz vs Tata Punch – Exterior and Interior
At the front as you can see, the Tata Altroz has Halogen headlamps with blacked out grille and the chrome line going from the headlamps to another headlamps with fog lamps below them, and on the bonnet it has few cuts for a sporty look. Moving to the side, it has cladding at the bottom window frame, few cuts on the body, and rides on 16-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, it has rear wipers on the windscreen, a little spoiler, LED taillamps and rear bumper blacked out.
The front of the Punch has blacked out element that connects with the LED DRLs and Tata logo at the center. Below that is the tri-arrow grille that connects with the fog lamps and projector headlamps above them that are obviously halogen. At the side, there is slight cuts to have that punch look with 16-inch alloy wheels, and non-functional roof rails for design purpose. At the rear, there is the tri-arrow treatment in the taillamps as well which are of course going to be LEDs and faux black skid plate.
From the inside, the Altroz has 7-inch infotainment system above the AC vents and AC vents at the sides are positioned horizontally. It does not have the dual-tone dashboard theme option unfortunately. The Altroz has Digital instrument cluster with three-spoke multi-function steering wheel, single-pane sunroof on top, and pedals finished in black. It has one USB charging port at the front and ambient lighting around the AC vent at the center. Moving to the rear, the seats are split in 60:40 ratio and has leather seats upholstery. The Altroz has an 8-speaker Harman sound system.
As for the Punch, it has 7-inch infotainment system above the rectangular AC vents with dual-tone dashboard theme option as well. The Punch has a Semi-Digital infotainment system with three-spoke multi-function steering wheel, blue accents around the AC vents, and pedals finished in black. It has one USB charging pin at the front and not at the rear. However, moving to the rear, the seats are split in 60:40 ratio and has 6-speaker Harman sound system.
So, from the outside, the Altroz looks good but the Punch looks spacious. From the inside, the Altroz looks good and premium than the Punch.
Tata Altroz vs Tata Punch – Dimensions
| Tata Altroz | Tata Punch | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3990mm | 3827mm |
| Width | 1755mm | 1742mm |
| Height | 1523mm | 1615mm |
| Wheelbase | 2580mm | 2445mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | 187mm |
| Boot Space | 345 litres | 366 litres |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 litres – Petrol 60 litres – CNG | 37 litres |
| Kerb Weight | 1,115 kg | 1,070 kg |
When it comes to Dimensions, the Altroz measures 3990mm in length, 1755mm in width, and 1523mm in height. The Punch has a length of 3827mm in length which is shorter by 73mm, width of 1742mm that is 13mm less wide, and height of 1615mm that is taller by 92mm. The Altroz has a wheelbase of 2580mm and ground clearance of 165mm where as the Punch has a wheelbase of 2445mm that is shorter by 135mm, and ground clearance of 187mm which is higher by 22mm. The Altroz has a boot space of 345 litres, and kerb weight of 1,115 kg while the Punch has a boot space of 366 litres that is bigger by 21 litres, and kerb weight of 1,070 kg which is lighter by 45 kg. The Altroz has a fuel tank of 37 litres Petrol that is same for Punch as well, and CNG Cylinder of 60 litres.
As for the dimensions, the Altroz is bigger in some ways and the Punch is bigger in some ways.
Tata Altroz vs Tata Punch – Engine Options
| Tata Altroz | Tata Punch | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2-litre turbo petrol | 1.2-litre Revoltron Engine |
| Displacement | 1199cc | 1199cc |
| Power | 108.49 bhp | 117.74 bhp |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT, 6-speed DCT | 5-speed MT, 5-speed AT |
| Fuel Efficiency | 18.5 kmpl | 20.9 kmpl |
When it comes to Engine Options, the Altroz has turbo petrol and the Punch has a petrol powertrain. he Altroz is powered by the 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine that puts out 108.49 bhp and 140 Nm of torque mated to the same 5-speed Manual and 6-speed DCT Transmission with fuel efficiency of 18.5 kmpl. The Tata Punch on the other hand, has the 1.2-litre Revoltron petrol engine that puts out 117.74 bhp and 115 Nm of torque paired a 5-speed Manual Transmission and 5-speed Automatic Transmission with a fuel efficiency of 20.9 km/l.
| Tata Altroz | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2-litre iCNG |
| Displacement | 1199cc |
| Power | 72.41 bhp |
| Torque | 103 Nm |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed MT |
| Fuel Efficiency | 18.53 km/kg |
Other than the Turbo petrol engine, the Altroz has a CNG engine as well. The 1.2-litre iCNG engine produces 72.41 bhp and 103 Nm of torque paired to a 5-speed Manual Gearbox with 18.53 km/kg. Tata Punch currently doesn’t have CNG powertrain, but it’ll be getting in July 2023.
| Tata Altroz | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre turbo diesel |
| Displacement | 1497cc |
| Power | 88.77 bhp |
| Torque | 200 Nm |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed MT |
| Fuel Efficiency | 23.64 kmpl |
The Altroz has one more engine option and is the turbo diesel engine. The 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine produces 88.77 bhp and 200 Nm of torque paired to 5-speed Manual Transmission only and no Automatic Transmission on offer. It has fuel efficiency of 23.64 kmpl.
Tata Altroz vs Tata Punch – Features
| Tata Altroz | Tata Punch | |
|---|---|---|
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Halogen | LED |
| Wheel size & Tyre | 16-inch, alloy wheels | 16-inch alloy wheels |
| Auto Power Window | Yes | Yes |
| Seat upholstery | Leather | Fabric |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Yes | Yes |
| AC | Auto | Auto |
| Rear AC vent | Yes | – |
| Instrument cluster | Digital | Semi-Digital |
| Infotainment System | 7-inch | 7-inch |
| Android Auto, Apple CarPlay | Wired | Wired |
| Wireless Charging Pad | Yes | – |
| Ambient Lighting | Yes | – |
| Voice Control | Yes | Yes |
| Sound System | 8-speaker Harman sound system | 6-speaker Harman sound system |
| Cooled Glovebox | Yes | Yes |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Height adjustable driver seat | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | Single-Pane | – |
When it comes to features, the Punch misses out on Sunroof, Ambient Lighting, Wireless Charging Pad, Digital instrument cluster, and Rear AC Vents. The Altroz has all these features making it better than the Punch.
| Tata Altroz | Tata Punch | |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Two airbags | Two Airbags |
| Camera | Reverse Parking camera | Reverse Parking camera |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Rear |
| TPMS | Yes | – |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Headlamps | Yes | Yes |
| ABS with EBD | Yes | Yes |
| ESC | – | Yes |
| Hill Assist | Yes | – |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| All 4 Disc Brakes | Front Disc | Front Disc |
In Safety, the Altroz misses out on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) while the Punch misses out on Hill Assist, and Tyre-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). However, both the cars have the 5-star Global NCAP safety rating, and meaning both are equally safer, but in features, the Altroz is better.
Tata Altroz vs Tata Punch – Price and Warranty
| Model | Price (ex-showroom) |
|---|---|
| Tata Altroz | Rs. 6.60 lakh – Rs. 10.74 lakh |
| Tata Punch | Rs. 6 lakh – Rs. 9.52 lakh |
The Tata Altroz starts at Rs. 6.60 lakh for the entry-level XE variant and goes up to Rs. 10.74 lakh for the top variant, ‘XZA+ S Dark Edition.’ The Tata Punch starts at Rs. 6 lakh for the base Pure variant and Rs. 9.52 lakh for the top variant, ‘Creative IRA Automatic DT.’
As for the warranty, Tata offers 3 years/1,00,000 km warranty period for Altroz and the Punch and can be extended for additional 3 year/1,25,000 km
Tata Altroz vs Tata Punch – Verdict
In the end, the decision to buy which model depends totally on you, however, it is recommended to buy the Tata Altroz as it’s got way more features, great fuel efficiency, good space and comfort, looks better than the Punch, and has a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating as well. The Punch is spacious and has good amount of space and comfort for the passengers, good mileage, almost the same features as the Altroz, and 5-star Global NCAP safety rating. So, if you’re looking for an hatchback with a premium feel, then the Altroz is definitely for you, or if you’re looking for an spacious SUV under Rs. 10 lakh, then the Punch is definitely for you. Which one would you choose?
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