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Tata Launches Punch EV Facelift With 40 kWh Option, Faster DC Charging and BaaS From ₹6.49 Lakh

The update pairs a 40 kWh pack for longer range with Battery-as-a-Service to cut upfront cost.

Overview

  • Introductory ex-showroom prices range from ₹9.69 lakh to ₹12.59 lakh, with Battery-as-a-Service starting at ₹6.49 lakh and a reported battery fee of about ₹2.6 per km.
  • Two battery choices are offered: 30 kWh with an ARAI-claimed 365 km range and a new 40 kWh pack claimed at 468 km, branded Medium Range and Long Range respectively.
  • Charging performance includes 65 kW DC fast charging with a claimed 20–80% top-up in 26 minutes and an added 135 km in 15 minutes on the 40 kWh version.
  • Bookings are open with deliveries expected shortly, and the variant lineup spans multiple trims across both battery packs within the ₹9.69–₹12.59 lakh band.
  • Design tweaks bring a cleaner front and a connected LED tail-light bar, while features include six airbags as standard, larger 10.25-inch displays on higher trims, ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera; Tata cites lifetime, unlimited‑km battery cover for 40 kWh variants and 8‑year/1.6 lakh km for 30 kWh.