Safety at the forefront: Tata Punch safety rating revealed

Along with great specifications, comfort features, and beautiful designs, car manufacturer Tata is known for offering robust build quality and top-of-the-line safety features in their lineup of cars. In this blog, we will briefly discuss the Tata Punch safety rating and understand how this popular selling compact SUV in the Indian automobile market has performed in international safety assessments.

Tata Punch specifications

Tata launched the Punch as India’s first micro-SUV back on 18th October 2021. Since its release, the vehicle has gone through a number of changes in different sectors, and the latest version comes with these:

• Engine: 1199cc

• Power: 72.41-86.63bhp

• Torque: 115Nm

• Drive type: FWD

• Seating capacity: 5

• Boot space: 366 litres

• Ground clearance unladen: 187mm

Tata Punch safety features

Apart from top-of-the-line specifications, the Tata Punch also feature a wide number of safety features that ensure the well-being of its occupants. Some of the main ones are:

• Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)

• Central locking

• Child safety locks

• Airbags

• Traction control

• ISOFIX child seat mounts

• Day and night rearview mirror

• Brake sway control, AA/ACP, IAC+ISS technology

Global NCAP Tata Punch safety rating

Global NCAP has released the safety rating of the Punch by conducting its new and improved crash and damage tests. In terms of adult occupant protection, the Tata Punch safety rating is 5-star, while the rating is 4-star for child occupant safety. The safety ratings are further explained below:

Adult occupant protection:

The Tata Punch has scored an impressive 16.49 out of 17 in adult occupant protection in the event of a crash. As for the head and neck area for the driver and the passenger, the Tata Punch offers sufficient protection. While the chest region and knees appeared to be well-protected. Besides, the right and left shin areas showed satisfactory results. The Tata Punch comes with seat belt reminders for both the driver and the front passenger and has twin airbags that deploy accurately upon detecting a crash. In addition, the robust body of the car offers a stable and durable frame, prepared to protect its occupants in the event of a crash. To make things better, the car also comes with a collapsible steering column and side-impact beams, which absorb the impact of the collision and reduce the risk of damage to occupants.

Child occupant protection:

With an impressive Tata Punch safety rating of 4-star in child occupant protection, you can easily consider getting this vehicle as a car for your family. During the crash tests, child seats for 1.5 and 3-year-olds were secured backwards facing with Punch’s ISOFIX connectors and support leg. After the collision, the CRS was able to stop the movement of the dummies from going too forward, all while offering adequate protection for their head and chest.

Conclusion

When it comes to cars that ensure safety, the Tata Punch safety rating of 5 stars stands out in its segment. It comes with industry-leading safety features and functionalities, offering more than satisfactory results for adult and child protection during accidents. To further enhance this commitment to safety, opting for TATA car insurance ensures that your Tata Punch is protected against unforeseen damages, giving you complete safety on your journey.