Top 5 CNG cars in India with twin-cylinder technology

Compared to a traditional single-cylinder setup, twin-cylinder CNG technology doesn’t take up a lot of space in your luggage

CNG-powered vehicles are gaining traction in India compared to internal combustion engines and electric vehicles. There are many reasons for this huge success, including higher mileage, lower prices and zero range anxiety. However, people have previously been hesitant to buy CNG cars due to the impact on trunk capacity. CNG cylinders take up most of the luggage space, leaving little space to store your belongings and luggage.

Tata Motors introduced twin-cylinder technology to solve this problem, and Hyundai later followed suit with its CNG-powered cars. The revolutionary twin-cylinder technology takes up very little space in the luggage compartment, thus eliminating luggage space issues. Currently, there are several Tata and modern CNG cars using twin-cylinder technology, as listed below.

1. Tata Thiago CNG:

Earlier this year, Tata Tiago CNG was launched with twin-cylinder technology in a price range of Rs 599-875 thousand (ex-showroom). It also became the first CNG car in India to be equipped with an AMT (automatic) transmission. Some of the notable features of the Tiago CNG include an 8-speaker audio system, push-button start and tire pressure monitoring system. The hatchback is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine with a factory-installed CNG kit that produces 73 bhp of maximum power and 95 Nm of peak torque. The transmission options on the car are 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT.

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2. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios CNG:

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios was recently launched with a twin-cylinder setup replacing the conventional single-cylinder and is priced in the Rs 768-8.23 lakh (ex-showroom) range. It is available in Magna and Sportz variants and is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine with a CNG package. Maximum power and peak torque are rated at 68 bhp and 95 Nm. The Grand i10 Nios CNG is available only with a 5-speed manual gearbox.

3. Hyundai Aura CNG:

The sub-compact CNG sedan also gets updated with twin-cylinder technology along with the Grand i10 Nios. It is available in three variants, E, S and SX, priced between Rs 7.48-9.04 lakh (ex-showroom). As you know, the Hyundai Aura CNG E trim is even cheaper than the Grand i10 Nios but it lacks basic features like rear power windows, audio system and infotainment touchscreen system. However, it comes with 6 airbags as standard safety features. At the helm is the same 1.2L petrol engine with CNG kit that produces 68 bhp and 95 Nm, mated to a 5-speed gearbox.

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4. Tata Nexen Gas:

Tata Motors offers as many as 12 CNG variants of Nexon CNG, the highest among Indian models. Its price starts at Rs 9 lakh and goes up to Rs 14.60 lakh, and it is also the first CNG model in India to use a turbocharged petrol engine. The Nexon CNG has a power of 99 bhp and a peak torque of 170 Nm. It comes only with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Some of the notable features of this CNG-powered subcompact SUV include automatic air conditioning, wireless charging, 360-degree camera, and 8-speaker music system.

5. Hyundai Exter:

Exter CNG showcases Hyundai’s twin-cylinder technology for the first time in the Indian market. It comes in three trim levels: S, SX and SX Knight and has a similar engine setup as the Grand i10 Nios and Aura with the same power and torque figures. Standout features include six airbags, a power sunroof, automatic climate control and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The SX Knight’s interior is more premium, with an all-black theme inside and out. Hyundai Exter CNG is priced between Rs 850-938 thousand.