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How Tata Motors Stay on Top - New Tiago and Punch Models Appeal to Indian Buyers

By Megha Jain, Content Writer | Thursday, 18 April 2024, 10:50:41 AM IST

Tata Motors has long been a titan of the Indian auto industry. The people's carmaker has unveiled two exciting new models for the Indian mass market this year - the Tiago hatchback and the Punch mini SUV. With attractive styling, ample space, and wallet-friendly price tags, these fresh offerings seem finely tuned to appeal to Indian buyers in an increasingly competitive landscape. In the section below, we’ll discuss how Tata stays on the top.

Prices

The on-road prices for the Tata Tiago car and Tata Punch are as follows:

Tata Tiago

Entry-Level Variant

Tiago XE base version is priced at around ₹5.76 L

Mid-Range Variants

XT(O), XT Rhythm, XE Twin-Cylinder CNG, XM CNG and XZA Plus models cost between ₹6.53 L- ₹8.49 L

Top-End Variant

XZA Plus Twin-Cylinder CNG carries a max price tag of ₹9.63 L.

The Tata Tiago hatchback is available with a petrol or CNG fuel option.

Tata Punch

Entry-Level Variant

The Tata Punch price range starts from ₹6.63 L for the 1199 cc base variant.

Mid-Range Variants

The mid-range trims include popular options like the Pure Rhythm, Adventure AMT, Adventure Rhythm AMT, Accomplished Dazzle, Creative, and Creative Flagship, priced from ₹7.91 L ₹10.76 L.

Top-End Variant

At the premium end, the Creative Flagship AMT has a range-topping price of ₹11.83 L.

The new Tata Punch has a petrol or CNG engine option.

Seating Capacity

The little Tata Punch can fit up to 5 people comfortably inside, so it's a decent small SUV for a family. The Tiago hatchback is a bit more cramped, fitting just 4 or 5 people depending on body size, so it's better suited for singles, couples or small families looking for an affordable, elegant car.

Mileage

As per ARAI certification tests, Tiago and Punch deliver the following mileage figures:

Tiago Petrol Manual- 19.80 Km/l
Tiago Petrol Automatic- 23.84 Km/l
Tiago CNG Manual- 19.80 Km/Kg
Tiago CNG Automatic- 26.49 Km/Kg
Punch Petrol Manual- 20.09 Km/l
Punch Petrol Automatic- 18.82 Km/l
Punch CNG Manual- 26.99 Km/Kg

The Tata Tiago offers a mileage of 19.8km/l for the petrol manual variant and 23.84km/l for the petrol automatic. The Tata Punch also has good mileage, with 20.09km/l for the petrol manual variant and 18.82km/l for the automatic. In contrast, the CNG variants of both models deliver even higher mileage, over 26km/kg.

Engine Specifications for Tata Tiago

The Tiago is available with a 1,2-litre petrol engine and a bi-fuel CNG variant. The petrol engine produces 86 PS and 113 Nm of torque and is mated to a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT gearbox. The CNG variant is also available with both manual and AMT gearboxes.

Engine Specifications for Tata Punch

The Punch gives you two engine choices - petrol and CNG.

The petrol engine is a 1.2 litre one that produces a decent 88 horsepower. This engine has enough juice to drive smoothly in the city and handle those quick overtakes when needed. It doesn't feel underpowered at all.

Now, the CNG version uses the same 1.2-litre engine, but it has been tweaked to run on CNG fuel instead of petrol. The max power drops to 74 horses on CNG, but that's still pretty good. The engine also has maximum pulling power at low RPMs, so driveability is nice.

Features & Safety Equipment

Tata Tiago

Digital instrument cluster that is clear and easy to read
The 8-speaker sound system works brilliantly
Automatic Climate Control
Automatic Headlamp and LED DRLs
R15 Dual Tone Alloy Wheels
Inviting & Spacious Interiors

Tata Punch

Voice assisted sunroof
6-speaker Harman sound system
Automatic climate control
Digital instrument cluster
90-degree opening doors
Eye Catching Dashboard
R16 Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels

Pros of Tata Tiago

1. The Tata Tiago offers excellent fuel efficiency, especially the CNG variant, which can travel over 26 km on just 1 kg of fuel based on ARAI tests.

2. The petrol engines also deliver solid mileage - ARAI figures estimate 19 km/l for the AMT automatic version and 19.01 km/l for the manual transmission.

3. The Tiago’s petrol motor offers adequate performance.

4. Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) adds convenience without compromising too much on mileage - only 0.01km/l down as per ARAI. It's a good automatic option on a budget.

Pros of Tata Punch

1. There's ample room inside to fit 5 adults comfortably, and the rear seats fold flat to accommodate hauling cargo or equipment when needed.

2. Drivers talk positively about the Punch's agile handling and light steering, making parking, city driving, and tight manoeuvres easy.

3. Fuel efficiency ranks well among small SUVs, with expected 18-20km/litre mileage under regular city driving conditions. It means less money spent on fuel over time.

4. Safety gets high marks, with features like dual front airbags, ABS, rear parking sensors and more coming standard. This mini SUV takes passenger protection seriously.

Conclusion

Tata continues leading India's value auto segment by understanding buyers' needs. The new Tiago hatchback and Punch mini-SUV hit the sweet spot for styling, space, features, and wallet-friendly pricing. These fresh models offer decent horsepower and good fuel efficiency—the petrol variants deliver over 19km/l mileage while CNG crosses 26km/kg, saving running costs.

Well-appointed creature comforts and the latest safety equipment tick most personal and family transportation boxes. Ultimately, Tata stays atop the Indian market by giving people what they want - attractive, affordable cars for the daily commute that don't skimp on comfort and safety.

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