Tata Punch Facelift vs Hyundai Exter Spec Comparison: What’s Different?

The sub-compact SUV segment in India has seen an update with the launch of the Tata Motors Punch facelift. The updated model brings changes to design, powertrain options and in-car technology. One of its direct rivals in this segment is the Hyundai Motor India Exter, which continues to compete on dimensions, features and powertrain offerings. A specification-based comparison between the Tata Punch facelift and the Hyundai Exter highlights the key differences across design, dimensions, engines, features and safety equipment.

The Tata Punch facelift features revisions to its exterior styling. Updates include a revised front grille, a redesigned bumper, expanded body cladding and new alloy wheel designs. Tata has increased the vehicle’s length to 3,876 mm, which is 49 mm longer than the outgoing model. The Punch measures 1,742 mm in width and 1,615 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,445 mm.

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The Hyundai Exter measures 3,815 mm in length, 1,710 mm in width and 1,631 mm in height. Its wheelbase stands at 2,450 mm. Exterior design elements include H-shaped LED daytime running lamps and a parametric grille layout.

The Tata Punch facelift is offered with multiple engine options. These include a newly introduced 1.2L turbocharged petrol engine producing 118.3bhp and 170Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. In addition, Tata continues to offer a 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine delivering 86.7bhp and 115Nm of torque, available with either a 5-speed manual or AMT. A CNG version is also available, producing 72.3bhp and 103Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual or AMT.

The Hyundai Exter is offered with a single 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine. In petrol form, it produces 81.8bhp and 113.8Nm of torque and is available with a 5-speed manual or AMT. The CNG variant produces 68bhp and 95.2Nm of torque and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Tata Punch petrol variants come with a 37-litre fuel tank. The iCNG version uses a 60-litre water-capacity CNG cylinder. Boot space in the petrol version is rated at 366 litres, while the CNG variant offers 210 litres due to the twin-cylinder layout.

The Hyundai Exter offers a similar petrol fuel tank capacity. Boot space is rated at approximately 391 litres in the petrol version. Hyundai has not disclosed official boot space figures for the CNG variant.

The Tata Punch facelift is equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 7-inch digital instrument cluster. Connectivity features include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, along with Tata’s IRA 2.0 connected car system. Higher variants offer a 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring display, wireless smartphone charging, Type-C fast charging, ambient lighting, an air purifier and a voice-assisted electric sunroof.

The Hyundai Exter features an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone connectivity, a digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control, rear AC vents and wireless charging. A sunroof is available on select variants. Hyundai’s Bluelink connected car technology is offered depending on the variant.

The Tata Punch facelift comes with six airbags as standard, along with electronic stability control, hill hold assist, hill descent control, tyre pressure monitoring, SOS calling functions and a reinforced body structure. Select variants also feature a 360-degree camera system and blind-spot monitoring.

The Hyundai Exter also offers six airbags as standard. Safety features include electronic stability control, hill-start assist, tyre pressure monitoring, ISOFIX child seat mounts and a rear parking camera with sensors.