Although CNG has been used for a time outside of India, the country has only just begun to use the fuel. In fact, CNG-powered vehicles are currently produced and sold by a large number of the nation’s automakers, and they are flying off the shelves. CNG was first made available for public transportation vehicles like auto-rickshaws, but it is now also available for conventional cars.
The demand for CNG in India has increased as fuel prices were raised. While seeking factory-fitted systems as well, people choose aftermarket options. Even if it is odd to install CNG kits in Thar and XUV700 vehicles, there are certain future CNG vehicles that people are eagerly anticipating. Here are the top CNG vehicles that will be available.
1. Tata Altroz
Altroz is one of the best sellers in the market for high-end hatchbacks. It is an excellent automobile that comes in a variety of trims with good fuel efficiency and both gasoline and diesel engine options. This year, the CNG variant was also seen testing on our roads, suggesting a launch in 2023.
The 1.2 Litre 3-cylinder petrol engine will be an option, although the power statistics will be somewhat reduced when the CNG kit is installed. This year, Tata also introduced the DCA transmission, albeit it may not be compatible with the CNG version. The remaining functionalities and aesthetic improvements might not change. It is anticipated to debut in 2023’s first quarter.
2. Maruti Suzuki Baleno
This is one of the best-selling vehicles in India’s premium hatchback market. This year, Maruti Suzuki also unveiled a new model of this vehicle. Sales have increased as a result of the most recent feature improvements, and a CNG version is also anticipated sometime in 2019.
The business is also developing an SUV based on the Baleno that is also scheduled to debut in 2019. The CNG versions of the Baleno and Vitara Brezza might go on sale at the same time in 2023, however, no launch dates have been announced.
3. Maruti Suzuki Swift
Since its initial release, Swift has been a young, active brand icon that has evolved with each new generation. It is a well-liked, reasonably-priced hatchback that is fashionable on our roads.
The business is developing two new automobile models. A sports version that focuses on performance and a CNG version that uses less fuel. Both were observed conducting road tests. Beginning in early 2023, the third-generation Swift will be offered with a factory-fitted CNG kit.
4. Maruti Vitara Brezza CNG
Maruti Suzuki, the largest automaker in India, is known for building some of the best automobiles in the nation. The Vitara Brezza is one such illustration; it strikes the ideal combination between use, price, and performance.
The Brezza’s 1.3-litre diesel engine was the only option when it first came out, but with the facelift, the diesel engine was replaced with a petrol one, and as a result, this B-SUV is only offered as a petrol model now.
However, the business may soon introduce a CNG model that would use the Ertiga’s 1.5-liter petrol+CNG engine. Most likely, the vehicle won’t be offered in a high-end model but rather in a lower grade with standard equipment like a manual air conditioner.
5. Tata Punch
Even the next vehicle on our list of forthcoming CNG vehicles in India in 2022 is produced by Tata Motors. Similar to the Altroz, the Punch will have a modified version of Tiago’s engine.
It would therefore receive a 1.2-liter petrol+CNG engine, giving this B1-segment offering an immediate advantage over the petrol-only Maruti Ignis. Either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automatic transmission system will be connected to the engine. Tata Punch CNG is to be launched by Mid of 2023 in Auto Market
6. Tata Nexon
One of the best-selling and most useful products on the market is Tata Nexon. It is the only vehicle supplied with every powertrain now available, and a planned CNG version will ensure that it checks all the necessary boxes. It has a long range of features and technology and comes in gasoline, diesel, and electric versions.
The best product from Tata, the Nexon has been raging with sales and is also the most popular EV in India. The release of a CNG version will increase sales even more. It will be available with a 1.2-litre turbocharged gasoline engine, a 6-speed manual transmission, and maybe driving modes. It will be among the cheapest cars, with a small price increase of about Rs. 60,000.
7. Maruti Celerio
You can always bank on the best features from Maruti, the largest manufacturer in the nation, whether they are cutting-edge specifications or potent performance. The Maruti Celerio is unquestionably one of the best hatchbacks in the inexpensive market thanks to its BSVI-compliant 1.0L 3-cylinder engine and CNG option, which produces 59PS of power and 78Nm of torque.
8. Hyundai Aura
This one is among the top CNG cars in India mostly because of the performance and style it provides. Three distinct engine options are available for the Hyundai Aura, one of which is a CNG model that produces 75 PS of power and 190 Nm of torque.
9. Swift Dzire CNG
Launched in March 2022, prices for the Dzire CNG from Maruti Suzuki start at Rs. 8.14 lakh for the VXi variant and go up to Rs. 8.82 lakh for the ZXi variant (ex-showroom, India). The Dzire CNG has previously only been offered to fleet operators in the form of the previous-generation Tour S, thus this is the first time it is being made available to private buyers. Now there are nine kinds of CNG cars available from Maruti.
The Tata Tigor and the Hyundai Aura, which compete with the Maruti Dzire, have previously been offered with CNG engines. Maruti may be the leading seller of CNG vehicles in India. The Dzire, however, features class-leading power and fuel efficiency ratings despite Maruti’s tardiness.