2026 Tata Punch Facelift Achieves 5-Star Safety Rating In BNCAP: Check Details

Tata Punch facelift has achieved an impressive 5-star safety rating under the Bharat NCAP program, making it one of the safest vehicles in its segment.

The Punch performed exceptionally well in crash tests, ensuring high levels of protection for both adult and child occupants. The scores underline the compact SUV’s focus on safety as it continues in the highly competitive entry-level segment.

2025 Tata Punch Facelift Bharat NCAP Crash Test Details

• Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier Test: Scored 14.71 out of 16. The driver and passenger dummies showed “good” protection for heads, necks, and thighs, though protection for the driver’s chest and lower legs was rated as “adequate”.

• Side Movable Deformable Barrier Test: Scored 15.87 out of 16. Most body parts received “good” protection, with the chest area receiving an “adequate” rating.

• Side Pole Impact Test: The vehicle passed with “good” protection for all critical body regions.

• Child Safety: Achieved a perfect 24/24 in dynamic tests and 12/12 in CRS (Child Restraint System) installation tests.

The 2026 Tata Punch facelift is priced from Rs. 5.59 lakhs to Rs. 10.54 lakhs (introductory ex-showroom). It comes in six trims and stands out with a solid 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating for both adults and kids—so it’s as safe as it is stylish. The Punch’s ability to score a full 5-star rating despite its compact size highlights Tata Motors’ focus on body structure engineering rather than just airbag count or electronic aids.

Tata Motors has always been known for delivering the safest cars in the segment, and with the 2026 Punch, the legacy has been carried on.