Here’re The Five Best CNG Cars Launched This Year

With CNG becoming an increasingly popular choice, customers now have a wide range of choices when it comes to picking up eco-friendly offerings. Previously, factory-fitted CNG options were the forte of only select car models, and that too in selected variants. But all of that has changed now, with manufacturers offering CNG options in more models as well as feature-loaded variants. Here are the five best CNG models that went on sale in 2023. 

Maruti Brezza  

This popular sub-4m SUV, which is one of the few CNG offerings in its segment, comes with a 1.5-litre motor rated at 88PS and 121.5Nm in CNG mode. Some of the features on the Brezza CNG include a sunroof, cruise control, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, engine start-stop button, automatic climate control and alloy wheels.

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Maruti is offering the Brezza CNG in three variants, with prices starting from Rs. 9,24,000. The company claimed-mileage is 25.51 km/kg. 

Tata Altroz 

The 2023 Tata Altroz iCNG, launched this year, comes with a unique twin-cylinder technology. Compared to conventional single-tank layouts that occupy the full boot space, Tata has used two cylinders that allow the car to have usable boot space. Another clever instance is the spare tyre placement. The Altroz iCNG’s spare tyre is mounted under the car for added convenience.

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The Tata Altroz iCNG range starts from Rs. 7,55,400. Key features on the car include an 8-speaker Harman sound system, connected car features, wireless charging, sunroof, and a 7-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder / Maruti Grand Vitara

The Grand Vitara marks Maruti's entry into the compact SUV segment. It’s also one of the first compact SUVs to get a CNG powertrain. 

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One of the highlights of the CNG variant is availability of six Airbags on the top-end model. Customers don’t have to compromise on safety or other features when opting for a CNG powertrain. The CNG range starts from Rs. 12,85,000 and goes up to Rs. 14,84,000.

The Grand Vitara’s twin, the Urban Cruiser Hyryder, retails from Rs. 13.23 lakh - Rs 15.29 lakh. The ARAI range on both these is 26.6 km/kg. 

Tata Punch

With a starting price of Rs. 7,09,900, the Punch is the latest Tata offering to come with CNG tech. Following the Altroz iCNG's lead, Tata has equipped the Punch with the same dual-cylinder technology. 

Unlike the competition, Tata’s CNG offerings can start directly in CNG mode and don't require the first start in petrol and then switchover to CNG. Tata Punch iCNG is powered by a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder unit that develops 73.4PS and 102Nm. 

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Some new features of the Tata Punch include a sunroof, USB Type C ports, shark fin antenna, automatic projector headlamps with LED DRLs, 16-inch diamond-cut alloys and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. 

Hyundai Exter 

The Exter is the latest Hyundai model. Positioned to sit below the Venue in the company lineup, the car takes on the likes of the Tata Punch. It gets a 1.2-litre four-cylinder engine rated at 69PS and 95.2Nm in CNG mode. The starting price for CNG variants is set at Rs. 8,23,990.

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Key features include an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-tone upholstery in black and green, automatic climate control, sunroof and connected car features. 

With CNG models in the market increasing day by day, customers now have a wider range to choose from. This green fuel is not only good for the environment but also lighter on the pocket. Do let us know which amongst these would you choose down in the comments.