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Tata Punch sells 20,333 units in September as compact SUV demand accelerates

Tata Punch became the second best-selling SUV in India during September after 20,333 units were sold in 30 days, according to a report by Auto Panditz. Sales rose 28% year on year from 15,891 units, while the model remains available with petrol, CNG and electric powertrain options.

Editor: AI News 24x7 Published: 10 Oct 2026, 10:41 AM Updated: 10 Oct 2026, 10:41 AM

Tata Punch sells 20,333 units in September as compact SUV demand accelerates.

Tata Punch recorded sales of 20,333 units in September, making it the second best-selling SUV in India during the month, according to an Auto Panditz report. The result placed Tata Motors strongly in the compact SUV segment.

The Punch's September volume was higher than the 15,891 units sold in the same month last year. That represents year-on-year sales growth of 28%, based on the figures reported for both periods.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift also registered strong demand after its launch in the previous month. The company sold more than 25,000 units of the car in September. In the SUV category, however, Tata models led the reported rankings, with Nexon identified as the best-selling SUV and Punch placed second.

Price and powertrain choices

Tata Punch is priced from ₹5.74 lakh, ex-showroom. The compact SUV is offered with petrol, CNG and electric versions, giving buyers multiple powertrain choices within the model range.

The petrol manual version has a claimed mileage of 20.09 kilometres per litre. The CNG version has a claimed figure of 26.99 kilometres per kilogram. These are claimed efficiency figures rather than independently verified real-world results.

The petrol Punch uses a 1.2-litre Revotron engine producing 87.8 PS of power and 115 Nm of torque. Buyers can choose between manual and AMT transmissions. The CNG version is also available with an AMT option.

Features and usable space

Safety equipment is a key part of the model's standard specification. All Punch variants receive six airbags as standard, while the base variant includes LED headlamps, a digital cluster, electronic stability programme and hill-hold assist.

The entry version also gets a foldable key and central locking. The model has 193 mm of ground clearance and offers 366 litres of boot space.

For the CNG version, Tata uses dual-cylinder technology. This layout is intended to retain useful cabin and luggage space despite the presence of CNG cylinders.

Tata Motors launched the facelifted version of the SUV earlier this year. The model has also been described as appearing regularly among the top 3 vehicles in monthly sales rankings.

Conclusion

Tata Punch sold 20,333 units in September and delivered 28% year-on-year growth over the same month last year. Its petrol, CNG and electric options, along with the reported standard features, support its position among India's leading SUVs.