Tata Motors has launched the CNG variants of the Tiago and Tigor with prices starting Rs 6.09 Lakhs and Rs 7.69 Lakhs (Both prices Ex-Showroom) respectively. The Tiago iCNG is available right from the base trim to the top-spec, except for the XZ while the Tigor iCNG can only be purchased in its top-spec trim. The two Tata cars will compete mainly with offerings from Hyundai and Maruti Suzuki.
“The demand for both economical personal mobility and greener, emission friendly mobility is rapidly rising. With this foray in the fast-growing segment of CNG powered vehicles, we are offering more choice to our discerning customers. Our iCNG range offers a delightful experience with incredible performance, a wide range of premium features, upmarket interiors and uncompromised safety. Developed on the 4-pillars of Design, Performance, Safety and Technology, the feature rich iCNG technology will further expand the appeal of our popular ‘New Forever’ range of cars and SUVs to open new vistas for growth.” said Mr. Shailesh Chandra, MD, Tata Motors Passengers Vehicles Ltd and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd.
Visually the CNG cars do not have any changes compared to their conventional fuel siblings, but do feature iCNG badging on the rear. As mentioned earlier, CNG variants of both Tiago and Tigor are available in their respective top-trims, and come equipped with LED Daytime running lights and 14-inch alloy wheels.
Tata Motors prides itself on safety, and the Tata Tiago iCNG and Tata Tigor iCNG are no exceptions to the practice as they lay claim to be the only CNG powered cars in India with Global-NCAP safety rating of 4-stars. They also come fitted with dual-airbags, anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, rear-parking camera and sensors and corner stability control.
Tata Tiago iCNG gets premium black and beige dual tone interiors, in addition to the projector headlamps and chrome fittings on the bodywork. The Tigor iCNG has rain sensing wipers, automatic headlamps, dual-tone roof, a new seat fabric and the new dual-tone black and beige interiors. In addition, the 7-inch touch infotainment panel with Android Auto and Apple Carplay, 8-speaker Harman surround system, digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control are features available on the top-trim same as the standard cars. The CNG-tank is in the boot of the cars, so the luggage capacity does take a hit.