Are high petrol prices impacting your budget? This article provides a detailed comparison of CNG SUVs available in India, helping you choose a fuel-efficient and affordable vehicle for daily use. We examine the Hyundai Exter CNG, Suzuki Wagon R CNG, Tata Punch CNG, and Nissan Magnite CNG, highlighting their key specifications and features.
**Hyundai Exter CNG:** Powered by a 1.2 Bi-Fuel Kappa engine with a 5-speed manual transmission. It generates 67.72 bhp at 6000 rpm and 95.2Nm of torque at 4000 RPM. The SX-CNG variant is priced around Rs 9.24 lakh. Hyundai has expanded CNG options to the base models.
**Suzuki Wagon R CNG:** A popular choice for its spaciousness and efficiency. Available in LXI and VXI CNG variants. The VXI offers additional features like electronically adjustable ORVMs, body-colored elements, and enhanced safety including dual airbags, ABS, EBD, ESP, and rear parking sensors.
**Tata Punch CNG:** Equipped with a 1.2 Revotron engine that delivers 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 provides greater 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 uses a 1.0, 999cc DOHC engine and comes with a 3-year/1 lakh km warranty.
**Summary Table:**
| Feature | Suzuki Wagon R CNG | Tata Punch CNG | Hyundai Exter CNG | Nissan Magnite CNG |
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| Engine | 998 CC Three Cylinder | 1.2 Revotron | 1.2 L kappa Bi-Fuel | Nissan Magnite Visia B4D 1.0 Mt CNG |
| Performance | 55.92 BHP, 82.1 NM | 73.5 BHP @ 6000 rpm, 103 Nm @ 3250 Rpm | 67.72 Bhp @ 6000 rpm, 95.2Nm @ 4000 RPM | 71 BHP @ 6250 RPM, 96Nm @ 340 RPM |
| CNG Tank | 8-9 Kg | 8-10 KG | 8-6 kg | Around 12kg |
| Safety | Dual Airbags, ABS,EBD, ESC | Dual Airbags, ABS,EBD, ESC | Dual Airbags, ABS,EBD, ESC | 6 Airbags |
| Price | Rs 7,31,283 | Rs 7.30 lakh | Rs 8.29- Rs 11.94 | Rs 7.74 lakh |
The Nissan Magnite CNG stands out for those prioritizing a more contemporary design.
