Monday, October 5, 2026

Tata Punch Vs Maruti Suzuki Ignis Vs Mahindra KUV100 NXT – Specifications Comparison

Latest Update: Tata Punch has finally been launched, with prices ranging from Rs 5.49 lakh to Rs 9.09 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). Click here for more details. 

Tata Motors is all set to unveil the Punch micro-SUV on October 4. However, its dimensions and engine specifications have already been leaked ahead of its official debut. So here we have put these numbers against its direct rivals – – Mahindra KUV100 NXT and Maruti Suzuki Ignis. 

Tata Punch comparison

Also Read: Tata Altroz Reached 1 Lakh Unit Production Milestone Within Two Years

Tata Punch Vs Rivals – Dimensions 

 

Tata Punch

Mahindra KUV100 NXT

Maruti Suzuki Ignis

Length

3840mm

3700mm

3700mm

Wheelbase

2450mm

2385mm

2435mm

Width

1800mm

1735mm

1690mm

Height

1635mm

1655mm

1595mm

Ground Clearance

187mm

170mm

180mm

  • As seen above, the Tata Punch is the largest & widest car here and has the highest ground clearance among all, which will help it take on the unevenness of the road more prominently. Additionally, the inclusion of multiple driving and terrain response modes will make it more capable.
  • Its wheelbase is also longer than both of its rivals, which will result in better cabin space. 

Tata Punch Vs Rivals – Engine Specifications

The Tata Punch is likely to come with Altroz's 1.2-litre petrol engine, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT). It could also get a 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol and an all-electric powertrain at a later stage.  

 

Tata Punch 

Mahindra KUV100 NXT

Maruti Suzuki Ignis

Engine

1.2-litre Petrol

1.2-litre Petrol

1.2-litre Petrol

No of Cylinders

3

3

4

Max Power

86PS

83PS 

83PS

Peak Torque

113Nm

115Nm

113Nm

Transmission

5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT

5-speed manual

5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT

All these urban micro-SUVs come with petrol mills of the same displacement and thus deliver almost the same output. However, the Maruti Suzuki Ignis has an additional cylinder which results in a more streamlined movement of the crankshaft, making the engine operation relatively much smoother as compared to the 3-cylinder unit.

Tata Punch Vs Rivals – Prices

 

Tata Punch 

Mahindra KUV100 NXT

Maruti Suzuki Ignis

Ex-showroom Delhi Prices

Rs 5.5 – 8 lakh (expected)

Rs 6.08 – 7.74 lakh

Rs 5.10 – 7.47 lakh

We reckon that the Tata Punch will be priced between Rs 5.5 lakh and Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). At present, the Maruti Ignis is the most affordable car in this segment.

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