With the rising fuel prices in the country, switching to electric mobility is the only solution. Not only it is cheaper to run but it is also environmentally friendly. However, the initial cost of ownership is what makes it an expensive affair. So owning a CNG vehicle is what comes in handy which several carmakers are starting to realise. Hyundai has finally launched the Grand i10 Nios CNG in the top-spec, Asta variant at Rs 8.45 lakh.
Earlier, the Grand i10 Nios CNG was available in both Magna as well as Sportz trim but Hyundai has now expanded it to Asta trim too. Its rival, Tata Tiago CNG is available in the top-spec variant too. It could be one of the reasons for Hyundai to bring CNG in the Asta trim.
Feature-wise, the Asta CNG version now gets projector headlights, 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, chrome treatment on door handles, rear chrome garnish, a rear washer and wiper. These are the changes that will be seen on the outside.
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On the inside, adjustable rear-seat headrest, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a push-button start/stop, a smart key, a wireless charger, glove box cooling and more. It also gets a 2.8-inch instrument cluster with a CNG display. It'll continue with an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, power folding ORVMs, auto climate control and more things.
Mechanically, the CNG version is based on the 1.2L petrol motor. In CNG mode, it belts out 68 bhp of power with a peak torque of 95 Nm. It is powered by a 5-speed manual gearbox only. The non-CNG version does get an AMT unit as an option.
Safety features on this car include dual airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, rear camera, speed sensing door locks, a high-speed alert system and more. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios scored 2 stars at the Global NCAP crash test rating.
