Upcoming CNG Cars

Living in a time where global warming is at its peak and climate change is bringing extreme weather conditions, adopting a sustainable way of life is the smartest choice.

Vehicles that run on traditional fuels like petrol and diesel are not only increasing the average global temperature by emitting high levels of carbon dioxide and other harmful greenhouse gases and choking oxygen in the air we breathe, but they are also slowly leaking into our bank accounts because they are too expensive.

Keeping all this in mind, CNG cars offer a comparatively cleaner, cheaper, and more efficient option in comparison to cars that run on traditional fuels like petrol and diesel.

Also, when it comes to mileage, CNG cars perform better than gasoline cars. The average engine life of a CNG car and the engine of a petrol car is the same, but the CNG fuel causes less wear and tear on the engine in comparison to the wear and tear on the petrol cars due to carbon.

CNG cars are not just about being fuel-efficient and environment-friendly; they also offer a wide range of features and provide a unique and unparalleled driving experience to their owners. In this blog post, we shall explore the top upcoming CNG cars in India and their unique features.

• TATA PUNCH

Ex-showroom price ₹7.09 to 9.68 lakhs

Tata Punch CNG is a product of Tata Motors. A compact SUV car that comes in 3 CNG variants: Pure, Adventure, and Accomplished. It’s a 5-seater vehicle that gives an average mileage of 26.99 km/kg.

This fuel economy is similar to that of the Tata Tigor. The Punch CNG variant has a length of 3,827 and a width of 1,742 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2,445 mm. The ground clearance of the Tata Punch CNG is 187 mm.

The Tata Punch CNG comes with a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder engine that can generate a maximum of 84.82 bhp, and the torque output could go down to 103 Nm. It comes with a 5-speed ATM or 5-speed manual gearbox.

The highlight of the Tata Punch CNG car is that it uses dual-cylinder technology. Instead of using one large cylinder, the vehicle comes with two small 30-litre cylinders, thus bringing its total fuel capacity to 60 litres.

 These cylinders are placed in the floor well of the boot, thus leaving ample space for luggage and other stuff.

The Tata Puch CNG cars come with unique safety features. For example, its leak detection features high-quality stainless steel with anti-rust and anti-corrosion properties.

 The thermal incident protection feature of the car automatically cuts off the CNG supply to the engine in case of any mishap, and the gas in the cylinder is released into the atmosphere automatically.

There is also a micro switch that ensures that the car doesn’t start unless the fuel lid is closed properly. Lookwise the brand has not introduced any distinguished changes apart from the new CNG badge. The Tata Punch CNG Car will rival the likes of the Hyundai Exter CNG.

• HYUNDAI EXTER

Ex-showroom price: ₹6.13–10.34 lakhs

Another beautiful car from the house of Hyundai is the Hyundai Exter. This CNG car is perfect for travelling with leisure and efficiency. This car draws its inspiration from the natural world around it.

The SUV car has been designed specially to take a modern outlook on Hyundai SUV life. This 5-seater car has 1 petrol engine and 1 CNG engine with 4 cylinders and a length of 3815 mm, a width of 1710 mm, and a 2450 mm wheelbase.

The engine capacity is 1197 cc. The car comes with both manual and automatic transmissions. Based on the model of the Hyundai Exter, the mileage given by the car is from 19.2 km/pl to 27.1 km/kg, with a fuel tank capacity of 37 litres.

• KIA SONET

Ex-showroom price : ₹11–14 lakhs*

The Kia Sonet is an upcoming B2 Segment SUV car that comes in 11 colours and 23 variants. The car is to be launched in November 2024 in CNG versions only. Its competitor will be Tata Nexon.

 The vehicle is expected to be equipped with a 1.0-litre T-GDI engine. The engine will produce 118 bhp of power and 172 Nm of peak torque in its normal configuration.

The vehicle is expected to come with a one-engine transmission combination. The engine displacement is expected to be 998 cc with 3 cylinders and a mileage of 24 km/kg with a fuel tank capacity of 45 litres.

• MARUTI SUZUKI FRONX

Ex-showroom price: ₹7.51–13.04 lakh

Talk about a smooth ride and decent mileage. The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is at the forefront of CNG cars. This 5-seater sedan comes with a manual transmission and a displacement of 1197 cc.

With 4 cylinders, the car runs on CNG fuel, with a fuel capacity of 55 litres, a mileage of 28.51 kg/km, and a top speed of 180 km/h.

The Sigma CNG variant comes with an engine that puts out maximum power and torque. The car has a good ground clearance of 185mm and an outstanding interior and exterior, giving you a pleasureful and smooth driving experience.

• TATA ALTROZ

Ex-showroom price : ₹7.60 lakhs* onwards

The Tata Altroz CNG is the most advanced and innovative CNG car that offers the best performance and comes with unique features and safety that will leave you amazed.

Tata Altroz CNG is a 5-seater car available in six colour variants. The car is available in manual transmission with an 1199cc engine, which promises a mileage of 26.2 km/kg.

Under the hood, the Tata Altroz CNG will be powered by the 1.2-litre Revotron petrol engine with 85 bhp and 113 Nm of torque. About the CNG tank, the twin-cylinder has a capacity of 60 litres.

 It also boasts a single ECU in the CNG range, a twin cylinder for storage, and a direct start in CNG. The car also offers a modular fuel filter, an auto switch function between fuels, a micro switch to turn off the car during refuelling, leak detection, and fire protection features.

Lookswise, the TATA Altroz CNG looks similar to its petrol version, going with the concept of why fix it if it isn’t broken. In this price range, one can also consider TATA Punch Adventure CNG or Maruti Baleno Delta CNG, which are priced in a similar range.

• HYUNDAI i 10

Ex-showroom price: ₹8.23 lakhs onward

The Hyundai i10 CNG offers a perfect sync between exuberant design and advanced technology, slick performance, and efficient and clean mobility.

The Hyundai i10 comes with powerful and eco-friendly powertrains with specially tuned suspensions and superior CNG tank capacity for an enhanced driving experience.

The Hyundai i10 is a 5-seat hatchback car that has an 1197-cc engine with 4 cylinders and 4 valves per cylinder. The engine type is 1.2 kappa bi-fuel, with petrol as its alternative fuel.

 This car comes with a 5-speed manual transmission, a 60-litre CNG fuel tank capacity, and a mileage of 18.90 km/kg.

• TATA NEXON

Ex-showroom price: ₹8.15–15.80 lakhs

The TATA Nexon is a new concept CNG car by TATA to be launched in 2024. The car will be powered by a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine, along with a CNG tank. This model will be the first turbo-petrol CNG car to be sold in India. It will be available in a 5-speed manual unit and an AMT unit.

The Tata Nexon CNG will have dual-cylinder technology, a single advanced ECU, an auto switch between fuels, a direct start in CNG Mode, a modular fuel filter, and faster refuelling. For transmission, the Tata Nexon will come in a 5-speed manual transmission.

Many of the features of this car are still under heavy camouflage. After launch, Tata Neox CNG will be a direct rival to the Maruti Brezza CNG Variants.

• MARUTI SUZUKI BREZZA

Ex-showroom price: ₹9.29 to 12.25 lakhs

The Maruti Breeza CNG car is a mid-range 5-seater SUV CNG car. The Maruti CNG variant is available in a 5-speed manual transmission with a 1462 cc engine. The car promises to have a mileage of 25.51 km/kg.

The car comes with 4 cylinders with a fuel tank capacity of 55 litres and petrol as the secondary fuel. Max power is 86.63 bhp at 5500 rpm, and max torque is 121.5 nm at 4200 rpm.

The Tata Nexon and Maruti Fronx may be considered good competition for the Maruti Suzuki Breeza in this price range.

• HYUNDAI AURA

Ex-showroom price: ₹8.31 lakh onwards*

Hyundai has come up with a smart and convenient mobility solution for Indian customers with the Hyundai Aura CNG cars, which are mid-range sedans.

 With eco-friendly powertrains and superior CNG tank capacity, the Hyundai Aura promises great performance and clean mobility at an affordable price.

The Hyundai Aura is a 5-seater car powered by an 1197 cc engine with a 5-speed manual transmission and a total of 4 cylinders with a CNG fuel tank capacity of 65 litres.

The car has a mileage of 22 km/kg. Max power is 67.72 bhp at 6000 rpm, and max torque is 95.2 nm at 4000 rpm.  Around this price range, Maruti Dzire CNG and Maruti Baleno CNG are also good competitors.

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• KIA CARENS

Ex-showroom price: ₹15-17.5 lakh*

Kia Carens CNG is a multi-purpose vehicle that is expected to be launched in India in the middle of 2024. While the details about the car are limited, the Kia Carens is expected to be the most affordable and well-equipped MPV available in India.

The Kia Carens CNG will have a 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a 6-speed manual transmission. The car will seat up to seven people.

The engine will be powered by 1400 cc with 4 cylinders and a fuel tank capacity of 45 litres. Max Power is 140 PS at 6000 rpm, and Max Torque is 242 Nm at 1500–3200 rpm. The cars that Kia Carens will compete with are the Toyota Rumion, Tata Neox, and Citroen C3 Aircross.

Kia Caren’s official launch date is yet to be announced