These Dual CNG Cylinder SUVs Are Proving Most Affordable Way to Common Man. Mileage 27 Straight.

Dual CNG Cylinder SUVs: Demand for CNG cars is rapidly increasing in India. Earlier, cars used to come with a large CNG tank, but now they are being equipped with two smaller CNG cylinders, which leave more boot space for luggage. Following Tata Motors, Hyundai has also launched cars with Dual CNG tanks, making them not only more economical but also spacious and fuel-efficient.

Here’s a look at some of the most affordable Dual CNG Cylinder SUVs available in India.

Hyundai Exter CNG

Hyundai Motor India’s popular compact SUV Hyundai Exter is now available with CNG. The new version comes with Dual CNG cylinders, providing more boot space for luggage. The Exter CNG has two smaller CNG tanks.

Key specifications of the Hyundai Exter CNG:

• Engine: 1.2L Bi-Fuel (Petrol+CNG) engine
• Power: 69 PS
• Torque: 95.2 Nm
• Transmission: 5-speed gearbox
• Mileage: 27.1 km/kg (as per ARAI)

With the Dual CNG model, users won’t feel any shortage of boot space. Some of its standout features include:

• Sunroof
• LED DRLs
• LED tail lamps
• Automatic temperature control
• 6 airbags
• 20.32cm touchscreen infotainment system
• Electronic stability control
• Hill start assist

Price: ₹8.50 lakh to ₹9.38 lakh

Tata Punch CNG

Tata Motors recently introduced the CNG version of its compact SUV Tata Punch. A unique feature is that Tata cars can be started directly on CNG mode, unlike other cars that need to start in petrol mode. Tata Punch is equipped with two small CNG cylinders, providing a boot space of 212 liters.

Features of the Tata Punch CNG:

• Automatic climate control
• Start/stop button
• Sunroof
• 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

Engine specifications:

• Engine: 1.2L Petrol engine
• Power: 73.5 PS
• Torque: 115 Nm
• Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox
• Mileage: 27 km/kg

The Tata Punch also has a ground clearance of 187 mm and a wheelbase of 2,445 mm. It directly competes with Hyundai Exter CNG, with its pricing starting at ₹8.43 lakh. Additionally, the Tata Punch has a 5-star safety rating, adding to its appeal.

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