Over the past few months, the automobile market has been abuzz with discussions on tax rebates for hybrid vehicles and whether they are the solution to clean and sustainable energy, or if a greater emphasis should be placed on all-electric vehicles. Amidst this debate, CNG technology has surged ahead, witnessing a 46 percent increase from January to August this year. Jato Dynamics reports that petrol vehicles experienced a 4.5 percent decline, while hybrids and EVs saw increases of 19 per cent and 7 per cent, respectively. Tata Motors has adeptly navigated this landscape, particularly in the compact SUV segment, with the recent launch of the Nexon CNG. The Nexon CNG is available at an ex-showroom price ranging from Rs 8.99 lakh to Rs 14.59 lakh.
Here are five top features that make the Nexon CNG stand out against its competition.
Tata Nexon CNG: First turbo Petrol CNG
The Tata Nexon doesn’t come with a naturally aspirated petrol engine, hence, it is powered by a 1.2-litre turbo petrol powertrain. This makes the Nexon the first CNG vehicle in India to get a turbo petrol engine. It produces 99 bhp at 5500 rpm and 170 Nm at 2000 – 3000 Nm and is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. An AMT gearbox is in the pipeline and could make its debut later.
Tata Nexon CNG: Panoramic Sunroof
The Nexon is the first CNG vehicle in its segment to sport a panoramic sunroof, which is going to be one of the most popular features that a car buyer is looking for. What is interesting to note is that the CNG version is the first in the Nexon lineup to get a panoramic sunroof. For convenience’s sake, it can be easily operated by voice commands.
Tata Nexon CNG: Dual 10.25-inch Displays
The Nexon CNG gets a 10.25-inch driver’s console from its petrol, diesel and EV versions. It is the first in the segment to feature the navigation map on the cluster and gets a tyre pressure monitoring system. It also has a 10.25-inch infotainment system by Harman, which is paired with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It has a rear and a 360-degree camera along with connected tech.Â
Tata Nexon CNG: Ventilated Seats
Tata Motors wants to offer all the convenient features in the Nexon CNG that is also available in the ICE and EV trims. Therefore, the Nexon CNG is the first in its class to be equipped with front-ventilated seats. With a tropical hot and humid climate, this feature is more of a necessity than a luxury feature as it adds to relief and comfort by ensuring that the driver and the front passenger remain cool.Â
Tata Nexon CNG: Twin CNG Cylinder
Tata Motors was the first manufacturer to offer twin-cylinder technology and continues to offer the same in the Nexon CNG. What will surprise many is that with a total capacity of 60 litres, 30 litres each, the Nexon CNG offers an additional 5 litres and has the best boot space in the segment. The luggage capacity is 321 litres, which is smaller by 61 litres when compared to the petrol and diesel versions (382 litres).
