Demand rises for Punch, Exter micro SUVs! Find out the reasons

The micro-SUV segment, which currently has the Tata Punch and the Hyundai Exter, is witnessing handsome volumes owing to the affordability of the models and their value-for-money character. Tata Punch Sales 2021 - 22,571 units 2022 - 1,29,895 units 2023 - 1,50,182 units 2024 - 2,02,031 units Hyundai Exter Sales 2023 - 47,013 units 2024 - 84,368 units Source - Industry Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter: Affordable While the internal combustion engine version of the Punch is priced between Rs 6.20 lakh and Rs 10.32 lakh, the electric vehicle version sits in the price bracket of Rs 9.99 lakh to Rs 14.44 lakh. Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter: Multiple powertrains The Punch employs a 1.2-litre Revotron petrol engine with 5-speed MT and 5-speed AMT options. Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter: Features Both Punch and Exter boast features like LED lights, alloy wheels, sunroof, touchscreen infotainment compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, multifunction steering wheel, wireless charger and cooled glovebox. Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter: Value for money According to sector experts, the Punch and the Exter are witnessing handsome sales as both of them are value-for-money models, offering multiple powertrain options and ample features while being relatively affordable.