Facing rising fuel costs? Explore a comparative analysis of CNG SUVs available in India. This article highlights key features, specifications, and price points to help you choose the ideal vehicle for affordable daily commuting.
**Hyundai Exter CNG:** The Exter CNG boasts a 1.2 Bi-Fuel Kappa engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, delivering 67.72 bhp at 6000 rpm and 95.2Nm of torque at 4000 RPM. The SX-CNG variant’s ex-showroom price is approximately Rs 9.24 lakh. Hyundai has expanded CNG options to lower-end variants, increasing accessibility.
**Suzuki Wagon R CNG:** The Wagon R, a popular choice, offers spacious interiors and a fuel-efficient Suzuki engine. CNG versions include the LXI CNG 1.0L and the VXI 1.0 CNG. The VXI offers added features like electronically adjustable ORVMs, body-colored elements, and enhanced safety features, including dual airbags, ABS, EBD, ESP, and rear parking sensors.
**Tata Punch CNG:** The Tata Punch CNG is powered by a 1.2 Revotron engine, producing 73.5 BHP at 6000 rpm and 103 Nm of torque at 3250 Rpm. Both the Altroz and the Punch have a 60-liter tank capacity. The Punch offers more boot space compared to the Wagon R.
**Nissan Magnite CNG:** The Magnite is now available with a retrofitted CNG kit from authorized Nissan dealers. The CNG version utilizes a 1.0, 999cc DOHC engine and includes a 3-year/1 lakh km warranty.
**Comparison Table:**
| Comparison | Suzuki Wagon R CNG | Tata Punch CNG | Hyundai Exter CNG | Nissan Magnite CNG |
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| Engine | 998 CC Three Cylinder Engine | 1.2 Revotron Engine | 1.2 L kappa Bi-Fuel Engine | Nissan Magnite Visia B4D 1.0 Mt CNG- 999 cc, 3 Cylinders1.0L cng Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC engine. |
| Performance | 55.92 BHP with 82.1 NM of peak Torque | Max Power Output 73.5 @ 6000 and a peak torque figure of 103Nm@ 3250 | 67.72 Bhp of power @ 6000 rpm and a peak torque figure of 95.2Nm @ 4000 RPM | 71 BHP @ 6250 RPM and 96Nm @ 340 RPM |
| CNG Tank capacity | 8-9 Kg | 8-10 KG | 8-6 kg | Around 12kg |
| Safety Features | Dual Airbags- ABS,EBD and ESC | Dual Airbags- ABS,EBD and ESC | Dual Airbags- ABS,EBD and ESC | 6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side) |
| Prices | Rs 7,31,283 | Rs 7.30 lakh | Rs 8.29- Rs 11.94 | Rs 7.74 lakh |
The Magnite CNG emerges as a strong contender if a more contemporary design is desired compared to the Wagon R, Exter, and Punch.