2026 Tata Punch Vs Rivals – CNG Specs Compared

Jan 16, 2026, 09:00 AM IST
By Nikil Jonathan
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Tata Motors launched the 2026 Punch on January 13, 2026. For 2026, Tata Motors are offering the Punch with 2 petrol engine options – a 1.2L normal petrol and a 1.2L turbo petrol – as well as a 1.2L CNG bi-fuel option with the choice of both a manual and AMT automatic transmission. Prices for the Punch 2026 range from Rs. 5.59 lakh to Rs. 10.54 lakh (ex-showroom).

In this article, we compare the 2026 Tata Punch’s petrol engine specs with that of its rivals to see how it stacks up.

2026 Tata Punch Vs Rivals – CNG Specs Compared

Like its predecessor, the Punch facelift is available with the option of a 1.2L CNG bi-fuel engine. However, this time around Tata Motors are offering the Punch CNG with the choice of a 5-speed AMT in addition to the 5-speed manual transmission, making it a viable choice for cost-conscious buyers who require the convenience of an automatic transmission.

Check out how the new Punch CNG compares against its rivals in the table below:

2026 TATA PUNCH VS RIVALS CNG SPECS COMPARED
Model	Tata Punch	Hyundai Exter	Maruti Suzuki Fronx
Engine	1.2L CNG	1.2L CNG	1.2L CNG
Power	74PS @ 6000rpm	69PS @ 6000rpm	78PS @ 6000rpm
Torque	103Nm @ 3250rpm	95Nm @ 4000rpm	99Nm @ 4300rpm
Manual	5-speed MT	5-speed MT	5-speed MT
Automatic	5-speed AMT	-	-

Note: The Nissan Magnite too is available with a 1L CNG engine option. However, the Magnite uses a retrofitted CNG kit instead of a factory-installed kit. Nissan have not officially revealed the power and torque figures for the retrofitted kit. Hence, we have not included it in this comparison. However, it must also be noted that in the B-SUV segment, the Magnite is the only CNG SUV other than the Tata Punch to offer the option of an automated manual transmission.

In terms of outright power and torque, the Tata Punch CNG comes out ahead of the Exter CNG and Fronx CNG.
The Punch CNG and Exter offer dual CNG cylinder technology, which utilises two smaller CNG cylinders under the boot floor. This setup helps liberate more boot space for your luggage and knick-knacks.
The Exter CNG is the least powerful CNG SUV in this comparison.

Check out how the new Tata Punch compares against its rivals in terms of size, ground clearance and boot space by tapping the link below:

Also Read: 2026 Tata Punch Vs Rivals – Dimensions Compared

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Nikil Jonathan

Nikil's a huge fan of classic cars, especially Italian beauties such as the Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint and the Iso Grifo. His love for cars and bikes originated when he first laid his eyes on a poster of the Ferrari F40 and the MV Agusta F4 when he was just a child. He also loves all things analogue, especially vintage cameras and turntables.

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