New Tata Punch: Can it Reclaim Top Spot Against Maruti Suzuki Dominance?

• The Tata Punch, launched in October 2021, became India's largest-selling car in 2024, ending Maruti Suzuki's long dominance.
• Sales figures show a significant rise from 22,571 units in 2021 to 2,02,031 units in 2024, before a slight dip in 2025.
• The new Tata Punch is priced competitively (Rs 5,59,000 - Rs 10,54,000 ex-showroom), making it more affordable at entry-level than rivals like Hyundai Exter and Maruti Suzuki Swift.
• It comes loaded with features from the base variant, including LED headlamps, digital instrument cluster, and a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating with six airbags as standard.
• New powertrain options include retained 1.2-litre petrol and CNG engines with AMT, plus a new 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine for enthusiasts.

Why It Matters: The new Tata Punch, with competitive pricing, advanced features, and strong safety, aims to regain its top-selling status.