Cheapest Tata CNG SUV Outperforms Nexon, Delivers Nearly 27 km/kg Mileage
Tata Motors’ Punch, positioned as a micro SUV, continues to remain one of the brand’s most reliable and mass-appeal offerings. While the Punch slipped to second place in overall sales in 2025—behind its stablemate Nexon—it delivered a standout performance in the CNG segment, emerging as Tata Motors’ best-selling CNG model.
The Punch had earlier made history in 2024 by becoming India’s best-selling car
In FY2025, Tata Motors sold 71,113 units of Punch CNG, significantly outperforming other CNG models in the company’s portfolio. By comparison, Nexon CNG recorded sales of 34,712 units, followed by Tiago CNG at 15,775 units and Altroz CNG at 10,831 units
With a starting price of ₹5.59 lakh (ex-showroom), the Punch remains one of the most affordable CNG SUVs available in the Indian market, contributing to its strong demand among budget-conscious buyers.
Engine Options and MileageThe updated Tata Punch lineup offers multiple powertrain choices. The facelift introduces a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine
The existing 1.2-litre Revotron petrol engine continues to be offered, delivering 88 PS of power, with both manual and AMT gearbox options. The CNG variant produces 73.4 PS and 103 Nm of torque.
Tata Motors claims a fuel efficiency of 18.97 kmpl for the petrol-manual version, while the CNG variant delivers an impressive 26.99 km/kg
The 2026 Tata Punch facelift features a sharper and more contemporary design. Updates include new LED daytime running lights, a revised grille, refreshed headlamps, connected LED tail-lamps, and 16-inch alloy wheels.
Inside, the cabin is equipped with a 10.24-inch touchscreen infotainment system
On the safety front, the Punch now offers six airbags as standard, along with electronic stability control (ESC), ABS, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and a reinforced body structure—cementing its position as one of the safest vehicles in the micro-SUV segment.