Tata Altroz CNG Launched With India’s First Twin Cylinder Technology, Prices Start At Rs 7.55 Lakh

• Tata Altroz CNG launched at Rs 7.55 lakh (ex-showroom).

• Is offered in XE, XM+ XM+ (S), XZ, XZ+ (S) and XZ+ O (S) trims.

• The CNG kit is paired to a 1.2-litre petrol engine with a 5-speed manual transmission.

• Packs new features like a sunroof and wireless phone charger, which will be made available in standard variants as well.

• Unique dual-cylinder layout offers 210 litres of boot stowage

• Rivals the Maruti Baleno and Toyota Glanza’s CNG variants.

The Tata Altroz CNG is finally here with a price tag of Rs 7.55 lakh (ex-showroom). It is offered in XE, XM+ XM+ (S), XZ, XZ+ (S) and XZ+ O (S) trims, and the CNG kit carries a premium of up to Rs 7.55 lakh over the corresponding petrol trims. Apart from the unique twin cylinder setup for its CNG tank, it also boasts a few feature additions, like a sunroof and wireless phone charger.

Price

The CNG trims carry a premium of up to Rs 1.03 lakh over the similarly specced petrol variants. Prices for the CNG variants range between Rs 7.55 lakh and Rs 10.55 lakh (ex-showroom).

Powertrain

Altroz’ CNG kit is paired to its 1.2-litre NA petrol powertrain, just like the one in the Tigor CNG. The CNG output stands at 73.4PS and 103Nm, which is slightly less than the petrol’s output of 86PS and 113Nm. There is only a single five-speed manual transmission available. 

Unique twin cylinder setup

The party trick of the Altroz CNG that sets it apart from the rest is its unique twin-cylinder configuration. Tata has done away with a single tank, instead dividing it into two smaller units placed next to each other. This saves a considerable amount of space in the trunk, confirmed by its 210-litre boot capacity. And the best part is it still has a space saver spare wheel mounted underneath the car like you find on SUVs and MPVs. So best of both worlds in our opinion.

Features

Being offered throughout the hatchback’s range, the CNG variants pack features such as a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control and cruise control. Now these are just the standard features that the Altroz gets, and the CNG trims even come with additional comforts like a sunroof and wireless phone charger, both of which are expected to be available with rest of the powertrains soon. 

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Safety kit is unchanged and continues with dual airbags, ABS with EBD and rear parking sensors with camera.

So with a premium of up to Rs 7.55 lakh, the CNG variants offer a cleaner and more efficient drive experience while also upping the game in terms of creature comforts. It is the third premium hatchback in the country to get a factory-fitted CNG kit, after the Maruti Baleno and Toyota Glanza siblings. The Hyundai i20 is now the only non-CNG offering in this segment.