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Tata Punch EV vs Tata Nexon EV

The Tata Punch EV and the Tata Nexon EV are two of India's most cross-shopped electric cars in 2026. This side-by-side EV comparison lines them up on the specs that decide a purchase — price, real-world range, battery, power and charging — so you can see the trade-offs at a glance.

Spec
Tata Punch EV
Tata Nexon EV
Leads on 7 specs
Starting price
₹9.69–12.59 Lakh
₹12.49–17.49 Lakh
Body type
SUV
SUV
Battery
40 kWh
45 kWh
Range (claimed)
468 km
489 km
Real-world range
~345 km
~375 km
Power
127 bhp
143 bhp
Torque
154 Nm
215 Nm
Acceleration
9s 0-100 km/h
8.9s 0-100 km/h
Top speed
150 km/h
Fast charge
50 kW
70 kW
Fast charge time
10–80% in approx 56 min
10–80% in 56 min
Full charge
7.2 kW AC
7.2 kW AC
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Seating
5
5
Boot / storage
366 L
350 L
Model year
2026
2026
Highlights
  • · Sub-compact electric SUV
  • · V2L/V2V capability
  • · Arcade.ev app suite
  • · 5-star Bharat NCAP
  • · Best-selling EV in India
  • · 6 airbags standard
  • · JBL audio + wireless CarPlay
  • · Liquid-cooled IP67 battery

On price, the Tata Punch EV starts lower at ₹9.69–12.59 Lakh (ex-showroom).

For range, the Tata Nexon EV goes further on a charge (about 375 km).

Tata Punch EV vs Tata Nexon EV: which should you buy?

On paper, the Tata Nexon EV leads on more of the headline specs than the Tata Punch EV. That said, the "right" EV depends on what you value most — a lower price, longer real-world range, faster charging or specific features — so read the table row by row against your own needs before deciding.

Want to change one of the vehicles or add a third? Open the interactive EV comparison tool to build your own head-to-head. You can also browse the full EV catalog, estimate EMIs with the EV EMI calculator, or see running-cost savings with the EV vs petrol cost calculator.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Tata Punch EV or the Tata Nexon EV better value?

It depends on your budget and needs. The Tata Punch EV starts cheaper, but value also comes down to real-world range, charging speed and features — compare the full spec table above and run the numbers on our EV EMI and cost calculators.

Which has the longer range, the Tata Punch EV or the Tata Nexon EV?

The Tata Nexon EV has the higher quoted range. Remember that real-world range is typically lower than claimed (ARAI/IDC) figures, so check the "real-world range" row above for a more realistic comparison.

Can I compare other electric cars too?

Yes. Use our free EV comparison tool to compare any two or three electric vehicles in India side by side, across cars, scooters and bikes.