Tata Punch EV vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 — Which One Should You Buy?
Last updated 25 July 2026
Quick Verdict
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for range; pick the Tata Punch EV for value.
Tata Punch EV
Tata
Punch EV
₹9.99 L
Range: 230 km
Battery: 25 kWh
Top: 140 km/h
Charge: 56 min
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai
Ioniq 5
₹46.12 L
Range: 460 km
Battery: 72.6 kWh
Top: 185 km/h
Charge: 18 min
Detailed Specifications
| Spec | Tata Punch EV | Hyundai Ioniq 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹9.99 L | ₹46.12 L |
| Battery | 25 kWh | 72.6 kWh |
| Real-world range | 230 km | 460 km |
| ARAI/MIDC range | 315 km | 631 km |
| Top speed | 140 km/h | 185 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.5s | 7.6s |
| Motor power | 60 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor torque | 114 Nm | 350 Nm |
| DC fast charge (10-80%) | 56 min | 18 min |
| AC charging | 5 hr | 7.5 hr |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot space | 366 L | 527 L |
| Ground clearance | 190 mm | 163 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| NCAP rating | 5★ | 5★ |
Cells highlighted in green indicate the best value in that row.
Variants Available
Tata Punch EV
- • Smart
- • Adventure
- • Empowered+
Hyundai Ioniq 5
- • Standard
Key Features
Tata Punch EV
- ✓ V2L
- ✓ 10.25" infotainment
- ✓ Cruise control
- ✓ Auto AC
Hyundai Ioniq 5
- ✓ 800V architecture
- ✓ V2L 3.6kW
- ✓ ADAS Level 2
- ✓ Bose audio
- ✓ Solar roof option
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
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai Ioniq 5 balances 460 km of range with 185 km/h top speed — best highway combo.
Family use
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai Ioniq 5 combines 5-seat capacity, 527L 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
Tata Punch EV
Tata Punch EV ships with a 8-year battery warranty.
Pros & Cons
Tata Punch EV
Pros
- + Affordable
- + 5-star Global NCAP
- + SUV stance
Cons
- − Smaller battery
- − Modest top speed
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Pros
- + 18-min DC charging (350kW capable)
- + Retro-futuristic design
- + V2L can power a home
Cons
- − CKD pricing premium
- − Low ground clearance for India
Final Verdict
Pick the Hyundai Ioniq 5 for range; pick the Tata Punch EV for value.
- Better real-world range: Hyundai Ioniq 5 — Hyundai Ioniq 5 delivers ~460 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: Hyundai Ioniq 5 — Hyundai Ioniq 5 hits 10→80% in 18 min.
- Better safety: Tie — All score 5★.
- Better performance: Hyundai Ioniq 5 — Hyundai Ioniq 5 hits 100 km/h in 7.6s.
- Most affordable: Tata Punch EV — Starts at ₹9.99 L — ₹36.13 L cheaper than the priciest here.