KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- India's first turbo petrol CNG vehicle with 6-speed manual.
- It features a panoramic sunroof, leather seats, a 360-degree camera, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen.
- It achieves a fuel efficiency of 24 km/kg.
Tata Nexon has unveiled the Nexon iCNG at an introductory price of Rs 8.99 lakh. The Tata Nexon iCNG is available in 8 variants, covering 4 different personas. Talking about the top features, it includes a voice-assisted panoramic sunroof, a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, and ventilated seatsfeatures we have seen in the Tata Nexon ICE and other Tata products.
However, the main highlight is its turbocharged petrol engine, making it India's first turbo CNG, using twin-cylinder technology and a 1.2 L Revotron engine. Now, let's check the variants and features it offers below. In the meantime, make sure to join the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Tata Nexon iCNG Powertrain
Tata has achieved what no other manufacturer could in the CNG segment by adding a turbocharged petrol engine with a 60L twin-cylinder technology for CNG. The total output is 100 PS and 170 Nm, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission, which is also the best in the segment. Talking about the mileage, the Nexon iCNG achieves 24 km/kg.
Tata Nexon iCNG Variants
Smart (O) - Rs 8.99 Lakh
This is the base variant of the Nexon iCNG, which is equipped with 6 airbags, LED headlamps, tail lights, and DRLs. Apart from 2-3 safety features, there isn't much in this variant, as it is the first one.
- 6 Airbags
- Electronic Stability Program
- LED Headlamps, Tail lights & DRLs
- 2 Spoke Steering Wheel with Illuminated Logo
- Front Power Windows
- Hill Hold Control
Smart + - Rs 9.69 Lakh
The second variant comes with an infotainment touchscreen that incorporates wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other highlights of choosing this variant include steering-mounted controls and electrically adjustable ORVMs.
Features over Smart (O)
- 17.78 cm Touchscreen Infotainment by HARMAN
- Shark Fin Antenna
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Steering Mounted Controls
- All Power Windows
- Electrically Adjustable ORVM
Smart + S - Rs 9.99 Lakh
In this variant, Tata offers an electric sunroof, which is one of the most sought-after features currently. For this, they are asking Rs 30,000 more than the Smart + variant and are also including rain-sensing wipers. This makes it a value-for-money option if you want a vehicle with a sunroof and basic technological features.
Features over Smart +
- Voice Assisted Electric Sunroof
- Rain Sensing Wipers
Pure - Rs 10.69 Lakh
From here on, the second persona of the Tata Nexon iCNG begins, and the car starts to feel more premium and SUV-like, featuring roof rails, bi-function LED headlamps, a 10.16 cm digital instrument cluster, and voice commands. The price difference between the Pure and Smart + S variants is Rs 70,000, and for that amount, Tata provides these additional features.
- Bi Function LED Headlamps
- Roof Rails
- Rear AC Vent
- Touch-based HVAC Controls
- 10.16 cm Digital Instrument
- Voice Commands for Phone and Media
Pure S - Rs 10.99 Lakh
Again, there is a specially carved-out variant for all the sunroof lovers, which costs Rs 30,000 more. The extra features here are external and sensor-based, including automatic headlamps and rain-sensing wipers. Now, the ex-showroom price of the Nexon iCNG has reached Rs 11 lakh, and after all the taxes, it will be around Rs 12 lakh. For that amount, this variant doesn't offer the right value.
Features over Pure
- Auto Headlamps
- Voice Assisted Electric Sunroof
- Rain Sensing Wipers
Creative - Rs 11.69 Lakh
Creative is the second top persona in the Nexon iCNG lineup, and here you get only high-end premium features, such as sequential LED DRLs and tail lamps, R16 alloy wheels with aero inserts, a push start button, a rearview mirror, and TPMS. The price difference between Creative and Pure S is Rs 70,000, and from this point onward, the car starts to feel more feature-rich, which also justifies its hefty price tag.
Features over Pure S
- Sequential LED DRLs and Tail lamp
- R16 Alloy Wheel with Aero Inserts
- 4 Speakers and 2 Tweeters
- 17.78 cm Digital Instrument Cluster
- Fully Automatic Temperature Controls
- Push Button Start Stop
- Height Adjustable Driver Seat
- Top-mounted Rear Wiper and Washer
- Rear View Camera
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Creative + - Rs 12.19 Lakh
The second top variant, priced at Rs 12.19 lakh, is Rs 50,000 more expensive than the previous one. For that amount, Tata offers a 360-degree camera, front parking sensors, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. However, the infotainment screen is still smaller (7 inches), which we have seen in the Tata Altroz and Tata Curvv Pure + S variant. To access the best features, we need to check the top trim.
Features over Creative
- 360 deg HD Surround View System &BVM
- Front Parking Sensors
- Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Auto Dimming IRVM
- Auto Headlamps
- Rain Sensing Wipers
Fearless + PS - Rs 14.59 Lakh
In the top trim, Fearless + PS, customers can enjoy a sky view from the panoramic sunroof. Here, all the features that Tata is advertising are included, but the ex-showroom price is Rs 14.59 lakh, which will easily reach around Rs 16 lakh when all the taxes are applied. However, the good part is the list of features, such as a 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen, ventilated seats, 4 speakers and 4 tweeters, an air purifier with dust sensors, and premium leather seats.
Features over Creative +
- Sequential LED DRLs with Welcome/Goodbye
- Voice Assisted Electric Panoramic Sunroof
- 26.03 cm Digital Instrument Cluster with Navigation
- 4 Tweeters and 4 Speakers
- Air Purifier with Dust Sensors
- Wireless Charger
- Front Fog Lamps with Cornering
- Xpress Cool
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Ventilated Front Seats
- Premium Benecke Kaliko Leatherette Seats
- Height Adjustable Co-driver Seat
- 26.03 cm Slim Bezel HARMAN Infotainment
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Verdict
The Tata Nexon iCNG is the latest addition to the Tata lineup of CNG cars and the first bi-fuel car with a turbo petrol engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. While many automakers position their CNG models in the mid-spec range with limited features, Tata is taking a different approach. Every important feature available in the Nexon ICE is also included in this new lineup. Additionally, competitors like the Brezza CNG and the Grand Vitara CNG may struggle due to the extremely competitive pricing. Customers who do not want to compromise on features or mileage are unlikely to overlook the latest Nexon.