The new Tata Punch has touched down in South Africa, introducing higher levels of tech as well as a new turbocharged petrol engine. Here’s pricing and specifications.
- Pricing starts starts from R224 900.
- New turbo engine makes 88 kW and 170 Nm.
- Three trim levels.
The Tata Punch has been given a substantial makeover. The fresher look comprises a revised front end with LED headlights, new-look grille and at the rear, plus there’s a light bar which stretches across the back. Tata says there are new wheel designs as well as a contrasting roof and roof rails which give it a rugged look.
There are two engines on offer, with a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol 3-cylinder engine powering two of the three derivatives. It makes 65 kW and 115 Nm, and is paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The flagship model has a turbocharged 1.2-litre petrol engine, making 88 kW and 115 Nm, and it too features a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Trim Levels
Every Tata Punch comes with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, six airbags and a 5-star NCAP safety rating.
Pure+
- 90-degree doors
- LED headlamps
- Touchscreen infotainment
- Reverse camera
- Cruise control
- Stability control
- Tyre pressure sensors
- 8-inch (20.32 cm) display
- 4-speaker audio
Adventure (in addition to Pure+)
- 360-degree camera
- Automatic climate control
- Push button start
- Automatic headlights
- Automatic rain-sensing wipers
- Cooled glovebox
Accomplished+ S (in addition to Adventure)
- Larger 26.03 cm infotainment
- Larger 17.78 cm digital cluster
- Keyless entry
- LED daytime running lights
- Climate control
- Auto-dimming mirror
- Voice-assisted sunroof
- Hill decent control
- 4-speaker + 4 tweeter audio
- Wireless phone charger
- Rear adjustable headrests
How much does the Tata Punch cost in South Africa?
The Tata Punch is sold with a five-year/125 000 km warranty and a two-year/30 000 km service plan.
| Tata Punch Pure+ 1.2L 5MT | R224 900 |
| Tata Punch Adventure 1.2L 5MT | R244 900 |
| Tata Punch Accomplished+ S 1.2L Turbo 6MT | R269 900 |
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David Taylor
Having contributed to multiple motoring titles as well helping run the public relations machine of the Johannesburg International Motor Show, Dave has experience in both sides of the motoring industry. He's based in the Western Cape and is responsible for the performance testing, photography & weekly YouTube news for Cars.co.za.
