Tata Punch EV Crash Test – July 2026
Tata Punch EV has secured a 5-star safety rating in the latest Bharat NCAP crash tests. The electric SUV scored five stars for both Adult Occupant Protection and Child Occupant Protection, adding another strong safety result to Tata Motors’ portfolio.
Launched in February 2026, new Punch EV has quickly become one of India’s best-selling electric cars. Demand has reportedly been exceeding production, with Tata Motors working to increase output. The latest Bharat NCAP result could further strengthen its appeal among buyers.
Tata Punch EV Crash Test – July 2026
Punch EV scores 31.09 out of 32
In Adult Occupant Protection, Tata Punch EV achieved an impressive 31.09 points out of a maximum 32. It scored 15.28 out of 16 in the frontal offset deformable barrier test and 15.80 out of 16 in the side movable deformable barrier test.
The report shows largely good protection across various areas in the side impact test. In the frontal test, protection was rated good or adequate for most critical body regions. Punch EV also cleared the side pole impact assessment. The vehicle tested by Bharat NCAP had a crash test weight of 1,613 kg. The tested variants were ADV 40 and EMP+S 40.
Tata Punch EV Crash Test – July 2026
5 stars for child occupant protection
Punch EV also secured five stars for Child Occupant Protection, scoring 45 out of a maximum 49 points. It received the full 24 points available in the dynamic test and the full 12 points for CRS installation. Vehicle assessment contributed another 9 points out of 13.
ISOFIX and i-Size child-seat provisions are standard on the second-row outboard seats. The safety rating is applicable to six variants – SMT+ 40, ADV 40, EMP 40, EMP+S 40, SMT 30 and SMT+ 30. Bharat NCAP’s report lists Electronic Stability Control, curtain airbags, pedestrian protection system and seat belt reminders among the standard safety equipment across the applicable variants.
Among India’s highest-rated cars
With an Adult Occupant Protection score of 31.09/32, Punch EV now ranks seventh among the Indian cars tested by Bharat NCAP based on adult protection scores. A total of 37 cars have been tested by Bharat NCAP so far, of which 34 have secured a 5-star Adult Occupant Protection rating. Only three have received four stars.
All cars crash tested by Bharat NCAP till date
Punch EV is currently priced from Rs 9.69 lakh to Rs 12.59 lakh, ex-showroom. Under Tata’s BaaS pricing programme, prices start from Rs 6.49 lakh. Two battery pack options are available. The larger 40 kWh battery offers a claimed range of up to 468 km, while the 30 kWh version has a claimed range of up to 365 km. Combined with the latest 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, Punch EV now has safety as another key factor supporting its position in India’s rapidly expanding electric car market.