Tata Punch vs Hyundai Exter - Which One Should You Buy

Tata Punch vs Hyundai Exter Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

Tata Punch
Tata Punch

₹ 5.59 Lakh

Hyundai Exter
Hyundai Exter

₹ 5.64 Lakh

Pros & Cons

Tata Punch

  • Smartly designed facelift make it look much better than before, all around 5 Star BNCAP
  • New 120 PS turbo engine should significantly help with its sluggish nature
  • New interior design with dual HD screens
  • Tata also claims better visibility and gradebility

Hyundai Exter

  • Well-tuned for all-day city driving; AMT is the best choice
  • CNG option available for fuel-conscious buyers
  • Strong list of standard features, making lower variants great value for money
  • Sunroof and six airbags are standard
  • Extended warranty available for up to seven years
Engine and Performance

The Tata Punch Smart is powered by a 1.2 l revotron engine producing a maximum power of 87bhp@6000rpm and maximum torque of 115Nm@3250rpm. The Hyundai Exter EX is powered by a 1.2 l kappa engine producing a maximum power of 81.8bhp@6000rpm and maximum torque of 113.8Nm@4000rpm.

Max Power
87bhp@6000rpm
81.8bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
115Nm@3250rpm
113.8Nm@4000rpm
Displacement
1199 cc
1197 cc
No. of Cylinders
3
4
Battery Saver
-
Fuel Specifications
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Dimensions and Design

The Tata Punch Smart has a height of 1615 mm, length measures 3876 mm, width is 1742 mm. The Hyundai Exter EX has a height of 1631 mm, length measures 3815 mm, width is 1710 mm.

Body Type
SUV
SUV
Height
1615 mm
1631 mm
Length
3876 mm
3815 mm
Wheelbase
2445 mm
2450 mm
Width
1742 mm
1710 mm
Interior Specifications

The Tata Punch Smart offers a boot space of 366 Litres. The Hyundai Exter EX offers a boot space of 391 Litres.

Boot Space
366 Litres
391 Litres
No. of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
5
Wheels & Tires

Tata Punch Smart runs on tyres sized 185/70 R15. Hyundai Exter EX runs on tyres sized 165/70 R14.

Alloy Wheels
-
Tyre Size
185/70 R15
165/70 R14
Tyre Type
Radial Tubeless
Radial Tubeless
Wheel Covers
-
Wheel Size
15 Inch
14 Inch
Suspension, Brakes & Steering

The Tata Punch Smart uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear. The Hyundai Exter EX uses a MacPherson Strut suspension setup at the front and a Rear twist beam at the back for balanced comfort and stability. Braking duties are handled by Disc at the front and Drum at the rear.

Front Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Drum
Rear Suspension
Rear twist beam
Rear twist beam
Shock Absorbers Type
-
Gas Type
Safety Features

The Tata Punch Smart comes equipped with safety features like Hill Assist, Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, and and many more. The Hyundai Exter EX comes equipped with safety features like Driver Airbag, Side Airbag, Seat Belt Warning, Anti Lock Braking System Abs, Central Locking, and and many more.

360 View Camera
-
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Anti Lock Braking System Abs
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Anti Theft Device
-
Interior Features

The Tata Punch Smart includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster. The Hyundai Exter EX includes interior features such as Tachometer and Digital Cluster.

Digital Cluster
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector
-
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
-
Tachometer
Upholstery
-
Fabric
Comfort & Convenience

For comfort, the Tata Punch Smart offers Adjustable Headrest, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, and and many more. For comfort, the Hyundai Exter EX offers Adjustable Headrest, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Power Steering, Air Conditioner, Heater, and and many more.

Accessory Power Outlet
Adjustable Headlamps
-
Adjustable Headrest
Adjustable Steering
Height only
Air Conditioner
Infotainment Features

In terms of infotainment, the Tata Punch Smart offers Integrated Antenna.

Android Auto
Antenna
Pole Type
Apple Carplay
Bluetooth Connectivity
Digital Cluster Size
4 Inch
-
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Tata Punch
Tata Punch

Smart

₹5.59 Lakh

Hyundai Exter
Hyundai Exter

EX

₹5.64 Lakh