MG ZS EV vs Tata Punch EV — Which One Should You Buy?
Last updated 25 July 2026
Quick Verdict
Pick the MG ZS EV for range; pick the Tata Punch EV for value.
MG ZS EV
MG
ZS EV
₹18.98 L
Range: 340 km
Battery: 50.3 kWh
Top: 175 km/h
Charge: 60 min
Tata Punch EV
Tata
Punch EV
₹9.99 L
Range: 230 km
Battery: 25 kWh
Top: 140 km/h
Charge: 56 min
Detailed Specifications
| Spec | MG ZS EV | Tata Punch EV |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹18.98 L | ₹9.99 L |
| Battery | 50.3 kWh | 25 kWh |
| Real-world range | 340 km | 230 km |
| ARAI/MIDC range | 461 km | 315 km |
| Top speed | 175 km/h | 140 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5s | 9.5s |
| Motor power | 130 kW | 60 kW |
| Motor torque | 280 Nm | 114 Nm |
| DC fast charge (10-80%) | 60 min | 56 min |
| AC charging | 8 hr | 5 hr |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot space | 448 L | 366 L |
| Ground clearance | 177 mm | 190 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| NCAP rating | 5★ | 5★ |
Cells highlighted in green indicate the best value in that row.
Variants Available
MG ZS EV
- • Excite
- • Exclusive
- • Essence
Tata Punch EV
- • Smart
- • Adventure
- • Empowered+
Key Features
MG ZS EV
- ✓ Panoramic sunroof
- ✓ ADAS Level 2
- ✓ i-SMART connected
- ✓ PM2.5 filter
Tata Punch EV
- ✓ V2L
- ✓ 10.25" infotainment
- ✓ Cruise control
- ✓ Auto AC
Which is better for…?
Daily city commute
Tata Punch EV
Tata Punch EV squeezes ~9.2 km per kWh — the most efficient here, ideal for stop-go traffic.
Highway long-distance
MG ZS EV
MG ZS EV balances 340 km of range with 175 km/h top speed — best highway combo.
Family use
MG ZS EV
MG ZS EV combines 5-seat capacity, 448L boot, and 5★ safety.
Tight budget
Tata Punch EV
Tata Punch EV at ₹9.99 L is the most wallet-friendly choice.
Long-term ownership
MG ZS EV
MG ZS EV ships with a 8-year battery warranty.
Pros & Cons
MG ZS EV
Pros
- + Premium feel
- + ADAS Level 2
- + Long warranty
Cons
- − Pricier
- − Lower ground clearance
Tata Punch EV
Pros
- + Affordable
- + 5-star Global NCAP
- + SUV stance
Cons
- − Smaller battery
- − Modest top speed
Final Verdict
Pick the MG ZS EV for range; pick the Tata Punch EV for value.
- Better real-world range: MG ZS EV — MG ZS EV delivers ~340 km vs 230 km.
- Better value (₹/km of range): Tata Punch EV — Tata Punch EV costs ~₹4,343 per km of range — the lowest of the lot.
- Better DC fast charging: Tata Punch EV — Tata Punch EV hits 10→80% in 56 min.
- Better safety: Tie — All score 5★.
- Better performance: MG ZS EV — MG ZS EV hits 100 km/h in 8.5s.
- Most affordable: Tata Punch EV — Starts at ₹9.99 L — ₹8.99 L cheaper than the priciest here.