KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- TVS Motor plans to introduce Jupiter 125 CNG-powered
- TVS has started development under project codename U740
- Aims to sell about 1,000 units monthly
TVS Motor is planning to introduce a new CNG powertrain option for its two-wheelers, starting with the TVS Jupiter 125 CNG scooter in India. This news has sparked a lot of discussions, especially since just a few days ago, on July 5th, Bajaj Auto launched the world's first CNG bike, the Freedom 125 CNG. Interestingly, it seems TVS has already started working on this project, which is being developed under the codename U740. Let's dive deeper into this exciting development. Meanwhile, do join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group to stay updated on the latest automotive news.
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TVS Jupiter 125 CNG: What To Expect?
TVS is planning to launch a CNG version of its popular Jupiter scooter in the 125cc category. The company aims to sell around 1,000 units of its CNG-powered scooters per month. This upcoming model is expected to hit the market between late 2024 and early 2025.
The current petrol version of the Jupiter 125 comes with a single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled engine that produces a maximum power of 8.04 bhp at 6500 rpm and a maximum torque of 10.5 Nm at 4500 rpm.
The company is very keen on exploring different powertrain options, including petrol, electric, and multi-fuel variants. Besides the CNG model, TVS has more upcoming launches in the pipeline. In a recent investor call, they mentioned plans to introduce another electric vehicle, an ICE vehicle, and a three-wheeler electric vehicle (E3W).
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TVS is the second-largest scooter maker in India, capturing a quarter of the market with sales of about 1 million motorcycles and 500,000 scooters each year. They've expanded their TVS iQube scooter lineup recently.
Comparatively, the recently introduced Bajaj Freedom125 CNG features a PESO-certified CNG cylinder with a capacity of 12.5 litres. It combines a 4-stroke, air-cooled petrol engine with a 2-litre fuel tank. In CNG mode, it can achieve speeds up to 90.5 km/h and cover a range of 200 km. In petrol mode, it reaches a top speed of 93.4 km/h with a range of 130 km.
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Verdict
The upcoming launch from TVS is highly anticipated among their customers. While specific details about its specifications haven't been revealed yet, there's much excitement surrounding its release.
