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Great News! CNG cars to be launched by Tata Motors on January 19: Get details here
Tata Motors has revealed its plans to introduce the much-awaited CNG lineup in the country on 19 January, 2022. Back in 2021, the CNG test mules of the Tiago, Tigor, and the Punch were spotted in the country. It is believed that the CNG variants of the Tiago and Tigor will be the first ones to be introduced, while the Punch might get a CNG option later.
Selective dealers have unofficially commenced bookings for the CNG variants of the Tiago and the Tigor. It is believed that the vehicle will be available in the base XE and the mid-spec XT variant. Mechanically, the vehicle will be powered by a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine which generates 85bhp and 113Nm of torque. This engine comes mated to a five-speed manual and an AMT option. The power output figures in the CNG version is likely to vary as compared to the petrol version.
The prices and more details on the CNG range of cars will be known in the days to come.
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Improved version of Hyundai Creta launched in Indian market: Check it out here
Hyundai India launched the much-awaited Creta Knight Edition in the country at a starting price of Rs 13.51 lakh (ex-showroom, all-India). This new variant is available in both petrol and diesel engine options and can be had either with a manual or an automatic transmission unit. To read more about the Creta Knight Edition, click here. In addition to this, the company has also introduced a model-year update for the Hyundai Creta with new feature additions.
The 2022 Hyundai Creta is now available in a new Denim Blue colour option and the Highline TPMS is now standard across all variants. The SX (O) trim now also gets a glossy black centre console. Furthermore, the company will offer the iMT option on the 1.5-litre petrol ‘S’ variant to further expand choices for the customers. The new S+ variant powered by a 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 7DCT now gets an additional set of features, such as –
– Smart panoramic sunroof
– 16-inch black alloy wheels
– Smartphone wireless charger
– Rear Disc Brakes
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
– Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
– Hill start assist control (HAC)
– Paddle shifters
– Metal pedals
– Electric and auto-folding ORVMs
– Power window auto up/down
Mechanically, the SUV continues to be powered by the existing petrol and diesel engine options.