Stuck between the Tata Punch EV and Hyundai Kona EV? You’re not alone — both target Indian suv buyers, but the Hyundai Kona EV edges ahead on ARAI range (452 km vs 421 km), and the Tata Punch EV undercuts on entry price (₹10.00L vs ₹23.84L). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
Tata Punch EV vs Hyundai Kona EV
Tata Punch EV
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Hyundai Kona EV
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Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | Tata Punch EV | Hyundai Kona EV |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹1,000,000 | ₹2,384,000 |
| Battery (kWh) | 25 | 39.2 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 315 | 452 |
| Range real-world (km) | 230 | 320 |
| Motor power (hp) | 80 | 134 |
| Torque (Nm) | 114 | 395 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 110 | 155 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 14 | 9.7 |
| Fast charging (kW) | 50 | 50 |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | 56 | 57 |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 5 | 6 |
| Boot space (L) | 366 | 332 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 190 | 170 |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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Tata Punch EV
Hyundai Kona EV
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the Tata Punch EV if you want lower entry price. Pick the Hyundai Kona EV if you value longer real-world range.
What buyers ask
Which has the better real-world range?
ARAI rates the Punch EV at 421 km and the Kona EV at 452 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 315 km vs 339 km respectively — the Kona EV edges out by 24 km in mixed city + highway driving.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years?
Both EVs run at roughly ₹1.0–1.5/km, so the 5-year ownership gap is driven by sticker price and depreciation. The Tata Punch EV is ~₹13.84L cheaper to start, which typically translates to ₹1.2–1.5L lower 5-year TCO. Use the TCO calculator for your exact variant.
Which is faster to charge?
Peak DC rate is 50 kW for the Punch EV vs 50 kW for the Kona EV. 10–80% takes 56 min vs 57 min — the Punch EV is faster on a long highway stop.
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Last updated: June 2026 · Specs sourced from official manufacturer pages and CarDekho. Real-world range estimates use a 75% ARAI multiplier based on typical Indian conditions.