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Tata Punch CNG vs Mahindra Thar

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Tata Punch CNG or Mahindra Thar? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Punch CNG and Thar. Tata Punch CNG Price starts at Rs.7.30 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Pure and Mahindra Thar Price starts at Rs.11.50 Lakh (ex-showroom) for AX Opt 2WD HT Diesel MT. Tata Punch CNG is 3 cylinder, 1199 cc Engine can generate 72.41 bhp @ 6000 rpm power whereas Mahindra Thar is a 4 cylinder, 1497 cc Engine can generate 116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Punch CNG provides a mileage of 26.99 km/kg (base model), and Thar has a mileage of 15 kmpl (base model).

Punch CNG vs Thar

Key HighlightsTata Punch CNGMahindra Thar
PriceRs.7.30 LakhRs.11.50 Lakh
Engine Capacity1199 cc1497 cc
Power72.41 bhp @ 6000 rpm116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Mileage/Range26.99 km/kg15 kmpl
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Tata Punch CNG Pure car
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Rs. 7.30 Lakh
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Mahindra Thar AX Opt 2WD HT Diesel MT car
AX Opt 2WD HT Diesel MT
Rs. 11.50 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
8.20 Lakh
Price Breakup
13.61 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
CNG
Diesel
User Rating
4.1
4.3
Boot Space (Litres)
210 Litres
600 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1199 cc
1497 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
72.41 bhp @ 6000 rpm
116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Colors
Images
Punch CNG Images
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Thar Images
Thar Images
Thar Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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check
Adjustable ORVMs
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check
Turn Indicators on ORVMs
check
check
Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
check
Bootlid Opener
check
check
Rain Sensing Wipers
check
Daytime Running Lights
check
LED headlight
check
Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
Independent& Lower Wishbone Mcpherson Strut with Coil Spring
Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Rear Suspension
Semi-independent Twist Beam with Coil Spring and Shock Absorber
Multilink Solid Rear Axle with Coil Over Damper & Stabiliser Bar
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
185/70 R15
245/75 R16
Rear Tyre Size
185/70 R15
245/75 R16
Turning Radius
5 meters
5.5 meters
Tyre Size Spare
185/70 R15
245/75 R16
Wheels Size
R15
R16

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
Tachometer
Analogue
Analogue
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
check
check

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
Multifunction Display
Touchscreen Size
-
7 inches
Display Screen for Rear Passengers
-
Bluetooth Compatibility
Integrated Music System
Speakers
4
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger
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Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/100000 Kms
3 Years/Unlimited kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years/125000 Kms
Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1199 cc
1497 cc
Engine Type
1.2 Revotron
D117 CRDe
No. of Cylinders
3
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Cylinder Configuration
DOHC
-
Fuel Type
CNG
Diesel
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
5
6
Power
72.41 bhp @ 6000 rpm
116.93 bhp @ 3750 rpm
Torque
103 Nm @ 3250 rpm
300 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm
Battery Capacity
-
0.78 kwh
Fast Charging
-
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
ARAI Certified Economy
26.99 km/kg
15 kmpl
Top Speed
150 kmph
155 kmph

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
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AC
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Rear AC Vents
-
Automatic climate control
Heater
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check
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
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check
Adjustable steering
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check
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
2
-
Keyless Entry
Electronic Parking Brake
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Safety

NCAP Rating
5 Star (Global NCAP)
4 Star (Global NCAP)
Airbags
2
2
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
check
check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
check
check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
check
check
ASR / Traction Control
check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
check
Seat Belt Warning
check
check
Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
check
Rear Middle Head Rest
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Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3827 mm
3985 mm
Width
1742 mm
1820 mm
Height
1615 mm
1850 mm
Wheelbase
2445 mm
2450 mm
Ground Clearance
187 mm
226 mm
No. of Seats
5
4
No. of Doors
5
3
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
3.5 Litres
6 Litres
Boot Space
210 Litres
600 Litres
Kerb Weight
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1710 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • CNG variant offers a cost-effective and environmentally conscious driving option.
  • Ideal for urban commuting with easy navigation through city streets.
  • Thoughtfully designed interior for a comfortable and ergonomic driving experience.
  • Equipped with modern features like touchscreen infotainment, smartphone connectivity, ABS, and airbags.
  • The Thar offers 'go-anywhere' capabilities with its 4x4 hardware.
  • Comes with better safety features such as ESP, TPMS, hill-hold and descent control
  • The automatic transmission is super smooth
  • Refined petrol and diesel engine options are available
  • The customers can choose from RWD & 4X4 drivetrain
  • It offers better practicality as compared to the old Thar
  • Mahindra Thar comes with a convertible soft top
Cons
  • Challenges with the availability of CNG refueling stations in certain regions.
  • Installation of CNG tanks may affect cargo space compared to conventional variants.
  • It can’t be your regular family car
  • The ride quality is not good, it always remain unsettled specially at higher speeds
  • It offers 2 doors and 4 seats option, accessing the rear seat is bit of an effort
  • The petrol engine is not efficient
  • It lacks premium and some important features such as rear camera, auto dimming IRVM, no rear wiper
  • It boasts a premium price tag
  • No room for luggage on the back
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Detailed Comparison of Tata Punch CNG and Mahindra Thar

Safety

Punch CNG comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning. Thar has Overspeed Warning, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

Punch CNG has doors and seats. It is an with 210 Litres boot space, 60 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 187 mm. It is 1742 mm wide, 1615 mm high and 3827 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2445 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Thar is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 600 Litres boot space, 226 mm ground clearance.It has 1850 mm height, 3985 mm length, 1820 mm width, and 1710 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Tata Punch CNG comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission. And Thar comes with RWD and 6 Manual transmission.

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Tata Punch CNG and Mahindra Thar Owner Reviews

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    • Js
      Jay singh
      05 Sep 2025
      5.0

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    • R
      Ram
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Excellent and wonderful car! I’m very excited about it, and we’ve finally decided to purchase it as our second car as well. Tata products are trustworthy and reasonably priced—perfect for medium-income people, with reliable service and support.
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      Chetan
      1 Month ago
      3.8
      We have almost driven 20k in 2year. It is excellent car in this segment. Overall rating for comfort-4, durability-4, value for money-5. Mileage is very nice.
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      AAYUSH YADAV
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      Tata Punch CNG is the best car to buy in this segment. It offers excellent safety features, great comfort, and the added benefit of fuel efficiency with CNG. If you have the budget, it's a must-buy. Plus, you're supporting a reliable Indian brand—highly recommended.
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      Shubham Mante
      2 Month ago
      4.6
      I am not saying much more about this car.. But this car is just outstanding in this segment. :-) ☺️
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