Tata Nexon CNG launched in India at Rs 8.99 lakh

Tata Motors has added a CNG powertrain to the Nexon SUV’s lineup in India. Prices for the Tata Nexon CNG start at Rs 8.99 lakh and go up to Rs 14.59 lakh. The CNG SUV is available in 8 variants, starting from Smart. It gets a dual-cylinder setup like other Tata CNG offerings. This setup increases the boot space by a considerable factor.

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Tata Nexon CNG: Everything you need to know

Here is what the full price list for Tata Nexon CNG looks like.

Variant	Price
Smart	Rs 8.99 lakh
Smart+	Rs 9.69 lakh
Smart+ S	Rs 9.99 lakh
Pure	Rs 10.69 lakh
Pure S	Rs 10.99 lakh
Creative	Rs 11.69 lakh
Creative+	Rs 12.19 lakh
Fearless+ PS	Rs 14.59 lakh

The 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine on the Tata Nexon CNG generates a maximum power output of 100hp and 170Nm of torque. The petrol model puts out 120hp. The CNG engine can only be mated with a manual transmission. However, Tata may add an iMT gearbox down the line, as it did with the Tiago and Tigor CNGs. The Nexon CNG offers a mileage of 24 km/kg. Its fuel tank has a capacity of 60 litres. The boot space capacity is 321 litres.

In terms of features, the Tata Nexon CNG is equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a panoramic sunroof, leatherette ventilated seats, a 4-speaker system, wireless charging, and more. CNG-specific safety features on the SUV include Leak Detection, a Fire Protection Device, Thermal Incident Protection, Rear Impact Protection, and more. It also gets six airbags, ESP, TPMS, a 360-degree camera, front parking sensors, auto-dimming IVRM, and more.

Launching the Tata Nexon CNG, Mr Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., said, “With more than seven lakh vehicles sold in just seven years, the Nexon has created a distinct mark for itself amongst customers in India’s growing SUV market. Nexon’s popularity has steadily increased, driven by well-timed and innovative technological upgrades, and today’s new launches further enhances its appeal. These additions take forward Tata Motor’s successful multi powertrain strategy and ensure that there is indeed a Nexon for every need.

The launch of the Nexon iCNG as India’s first turbocharged CNG vehicle will attract customers who seek value, are green conscious and do not wish to compromise their drive quality and experience.”

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Conclusion

Tata Motors has one of the most versatile CNG portfolios in the country. Last week, the automaker multiple CNG variants to the Punch SUV’s lineup. The Tata Nexon CNG rivals Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNG, Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG, and Toyota Taisor CNG.