Comparing the BMW M340i and the Tata Punch side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the BMW M340i is available at ₹8,499,000, while the Tata Punch is priced at ₹564,990. On the engine front, the BMW M340i comes with a 2998 cc unit compared to the Tata Punch's 1199 cc, producing 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm and 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 13.76 kmpl - ARAI for the BMW M340i versus 20 kmpl for the Tata Punch. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | — | 12V Lead-Acid Maintenance-Free starter unit |
| Displacement | 2998 cc | 1199 cc |
| Drive Type | xDrive AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | 3.0L B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline-6 | 1.2L Revotron |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 Litres | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Mild Hybrid 48V) | Petrol / CNG |
| Gearbox | 8-Speed M Steptronic Sport | 5-Speed Manual/AMT |
| Mileage | 13.76 kmpl - ARAI | 20 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 6 | 3 |
| Power | 374 bhp @ 5800-6500 rpm | 87.8 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric |
| Torque | 500 Nm @ 1800-5000 rpm | 115 Nm @ 3250 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic) | Manual / Automatic (AMT) |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 480 Litres | 366 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1440 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 142 mm | 193 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1695 kg | 1000 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4709 mm / 1827 mm / 1442 mm | 3876, 1742, 1615 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2851 mm | 2445 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic (M Variable Sport Steering) | Electric Power Steering with Tilt adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Remote central locking with flip key or wearable smart key configurations |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Single-zone Fully Automatic Climate Control with 'Xpress Cool' function |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch BMW Live Cockpit Professional | 4-inch LCD digital driver display cluster up to a 7-inch semi-digital color TFT console on top tiers |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change | Available standard on mid-to-high trims |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - M Sport Seats (Memory) | — |
| Infotainment System | 10.25-inch BMW iDrive 7 with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | 7-inch or an upgraded premium 10.25-inch Touchscreen Infotainment system by Harman with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration |
| Keyless Entry | Yes - Comfort Access + Digital Key | Passive smart key proximity sensor with Engine |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front and Rear power windows with driver-side auto-down toggle switch |
| Push Start | Yes | Start/Stop push button |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | — |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Vernasca Leather / Merino Leather | Premium fabric seats matching variant-specific interior persona layouts |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 6-Speaker Premium Audio Array |
| Sunroof | Electric Glass Sliding Sunroof | Voice-assisted Electric Sunroof with anti-pinch protection |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-A & USB-C | Primary Type-A media port along with a 12V auxiliary outlet, while the rear console features a high-output fast-charging USB Type-C port |
| Voice Command | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes - M-aerodynamic body kit | Standard front and rear bumpers accented with Granite Black rugged lower body cladding |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Integrated LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Front Halogen Fog Lamps |
| Headlight | BMW Adaptive LED Headlamps + Laserlight | Halogen Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically adjustable and auto-folding side mirrors with integrated LED side indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Defogger Only | Rear Windscreen Smart Wiper, Wash, and Defogger layout equipped |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps with signature geometric styling lines |
| Tyre Size | 225/40 R19 (front) / 255/35 R19 (rear) | 195/60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial Tubeless Tyres |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch M Alloy Wheels | Steel Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes - M-specific ABS | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes - M compound brakes | — |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - DSC + DTC + M xDrive | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Standard outboard rear seat provisions included |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | 360-Degree Surround View Camera System |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Available highline |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Fire RedArctic Race BlueBlack SapphireTanzanite BlueDravit Grey | Pristine WhiteDaytona GreyBengal RougeCoorg CloudsCaramelCyantafic |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.5 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
