₹10.66 lakh for a brand-new electric car. That's not a concept or a promise — that's the Punch EV Smart sitting on our showroom floor right now. Factor in Tamil Nadu's zero road tax, and you're looking at under ₹11.5 lakh on-road for an EV with 315 km of range and a 5-star safety rating.
The Punch EV is the car that's making electric ownership accessible to regular Chennai families — not just tech enthusiasts or early adopters. It drives like a normal car (better, actually — the instant torque makes city driving addictive), charges from a regular 15A plug at home, and costs about ₹0.80 per km to run. Here are all the details.
Punch EV Price — All 14 Variants
| Variant | Battery | Ex-Showroom |
|---|---|---|
| Smart | Electric | ₹10.66L |
| Smart + | Electric | ₹11.96L |
| Adventure S | Electric | ₹13.01L |
| Empowered | Electric | ₹13.53L |
| Empowered S | Electric | ₹13.74L |
| Adventure LR | Electric | ₹13.74L |
| Adventure S LR | Electric | ₹14.05L |
| Empowered LR | Electric | ₹14.37L |
| Empowered S LR | Electric | ₹14.57L |
| Empowered +S LR | Electric | ₹14.89L |
On-Road Price — Surprisingly Low
This is where EVs win in Tamil Nadu. The base Smart at ₹10.66L:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ex-Showroom Price | ₹10.66L |
| RTO & Registration (Tamil Nadu) | ₹0.10 L (TN EV benefit) |
| Insurance (1st Year) | ₹0.35 L |
| TCS (1%) | Applicable above ₹10L |
| Fastag + Accessories | ₹0.05 – 0.15 L |
| Total On-Road (Base) | ~₹11.30 – ₹11.50 L |
The top Empowered +S LR at ₹14.89L lands at roughly ₹15.6–15.8L on-road. A fully loaded electric micro SUV for the price of a mid-spec Nexon petrol. Think about that.
Living with a Punch EV in Chennai
We've delivered over 50 Punch EVs from our Arumbakkam showroom. Here's what owners tell us:
Charging is a non-issue. Most owners charge at home overnight using the standard 15A socket. Full charge takes about 10 hours. You never go to a fuel station again.
The torque is addictive. Traffic light to traffic light, the Punch EV is quicker than anything in its price range. Merging onto the Inner Ring Road from a side street? No hesitation.
Service costs are minimal. No engine oil, no clutch, fewer brake pads (regenerative braking does most of the work). Annual service costs are roughly ₹3,000–5,000 — about half of a petrol car's.
The only adjustment: planning longer trips. Chennai to Ooty needs a charging stop. Chennai to Pondicherry is possible on the LR variant without stopping.
Our Recommendations
Best Daily Driver: Adventure — ₹12.69 L
10.25" touchscreen, connected car features, fast charging support, cruise control, and 6 airbags. 315 km range. Under ₹13.5L on-road. This is the variant that makes sense for 80% of buyers.
Maximum Range: Empowered S LR — ₹14.57 L
421 km range and all the features. If you want the Long Range peace of mind plus ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera, this is the one.
The Budget EV: Smart — ₹10.66 L
Under ₹11.5L on-road. 315 km range. It's basic on features, but it gets you into the EV world at a price point that's hard to argue with. Running cost savings alone can cover the EMI difference versus a cheaper petrol hatchback within 3–4 years.
Punch EV Specs
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous (60 kW / 82 hp) |
| Safety | 5-Star Bharat NCAP |
| Range (Standard) | 315 km (claimed) |
| Range (LR) | 421 km (claimed) |
| Fast Charging | 0–80% in ~56 minutes (DC) |
| Boot Space | 366 litres |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm |
| Colours | Fearless Yellow, Pristine White, Empowered Oxide + more |
Finance
The Punch EV is the most financeable EV in the market — the loan amount is small enough for quick approvals. Adventure at ~₹13.5L on-road, 80% financed over 5 years at 8.5% = roughly ₹22,200/month. Factor in ₹2,000–3,000/month in fuel savings versus a petrol car, and the effective EMI burden is closer to ₹19,000–20,000. Run your numbers here.
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The best way to understand why people are switching to EVs is to drive one. The Punch EV's instant response in city traffic is something no petrol car can replicate. Come to our Arumbakkam showroom — 1090, Poonamallee High Road — any day 9 AM to 9 PM. We'll have one charged and ready.