Upcoming CNG Cars in India in 2023 Under 10 Lakhs

With prices of petrol and diesel shattering every record, there is an increased focus on quicker adoption of vehicles powered by alternative energy sources. Tata Motors has already been at the forefront of the EV market, but Maruti Suzuki, the country's largest-selling carmaker, doesn't quite feel it's the right time to introduce electric vehicles. Some other carmakers mirror the same thought, so CNG is the immediate way forward to attract car buyers looking for ultra-low running costs. Here's a look at the upcoming CNG cars in India in 2023 under 10 Lakhs.

1. Maruti Brezza S-CNG

The first model in our list of upcoming CNG cars in India 2023 under 10 lakhs is the S-CNG version of the Maruti Brezza. Currently, the second-generation Maruti Brezza is available only with a 1.5-litre petrol engine, but soon, it will be available with the same 1.5-litre Petrol+CNG motor that powers the Ertiga.

The CNG variant is expected to go on sale in late January 2023 and has a starting price of ₹9 lakh. The 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated motor of the Brezza CNG would offer a maximum power of 88 PS and a peak torque of 122.5 Nm. The only transmission on offer will be a 5-speed manual unit. The car is likely to be available only in the low- and mid-spec variants.

Expected-showroom Price	₹9 Lakh Onwards
Expected Launch Date	January 2023

Key Specifications

Maximum Power	88 PS
Maximum Torque	121.5 Nm
Transmission	5-speed Manual
Seating Capacity	5
Engine	1.5-litre, four-cylinder, naturally-aspirated
Fuel Type	CNG+Petrol
Mileage	26 km/kg
Body Type	SUV

Maruti Brezza S-CNG Features

• Manual AC
• Keyless Entry
• Abs With EBD
• Touchscreen Infotainment
• Apple Carplay
• Android Auto
• Dual Front Airbags
• Rear Parking Sensors
• Electric Windows
• Electric ORVMs

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2. Tata Punch CNG

Next on our list of upcoming CNG cars in India 2023 under 10 lakhs is another popular vehicle by Tata. Like the Altroz, the Punch will soon get a Petrol+CNG bi-fuel option. This will be the same engine as the Tiago, albeit with some fine-tuning and will help it get a direct advantage over the Maruti Ignis and the Citroen C3.

The Petrol+CNG motor of the Punch will provide a maximum power of 72 bhp and a peak torque of 92 Nm. The engine will be mated to a 5-speed manual transmission and could offer up to 25 km/kg. Prices of the Tata Punch CNG are expected to start at ₹6.5 lakh, and its launch should happen in April 2023.

Expected-showroom Price	₹6.5 lakh onwards
Expected Launch Date	April 2023

Key Specifications

Maximum Power	73 PS
Maximum Torque	92 Nm
Transmission	5-speed manual
Seating Capacity	5
Engine	1.2-litre three-cylinder, Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type	CNG+Petrol
Mileage	23 km/kg
Body Type	Hatchback

Tata Punch CNG Features

• Air Conditioning
• Power Windows
• Central Locking
• Push Button Start
• 7-inch Touchscreen Infotainment System
• Rear Parking Sensors
• Driver and Passenger-side Airbags

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3. Tata Altroz CNG

Tata's CNG launch in 2023 includes the popular Altroz. It's likely to launch in May at a starting price of ₹7 lakh (ex-showroom). The premium hatchback will share its petrol+CNG with the Tiago, but the 1.2-litre three-cylinder mill should get re-tuned for application in a heavier car. It will output 73 PS and 92 Nm of maximum power and peak torque, respectively.

The engine will be paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and should offer upwards of 23 km/kg. The upcoming CNG car in India will rival the Maruti Baleno S-CNG.

Expected-showroom Price	₹7 lakh onwards
Expected Launch Date	May 2023

Key Specifications

Maximum Power	73 PS
Maximum Torque	92 Nm
Transmission	5-speed manual
Seating Capacity	5
Engine	1.2-litre three-cylinder, Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type	CNG+Petrol
Mileage	23 km/kg
Body Type	Hatchback

Tata Altroz CNG Features

• Touchscreen Infotainment System With Apple Carplay and Android Auto Connectivity
• Cruise Control
• Wireless Charging Outlet
• Height-adjustable Driver Seat
• Isofix Child Seat Anchors
• Dual Airbags in Front
• Rear Parking Sensors

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4. Honda Amaze CNG

Currently, Honda is the only carmaker to offer a diesel variant in the affordable sedan market. However, its cheapest sedan, the Amaze, is about to get a CNG version.

The new model will launch around July this year and cost approx ₹7.5 lakh (ex-showroom). Its chief rivals will include the CNG versions of the Maruti Dzire and Hyundai Aura. Few details are available, but it will likely launch in manual and automatic transmission versions. This means that the Honda Amaze could soon become the only affordable sedan to be available with an auto option on petrol, diesel, and CNG fuel variants.

Expected-showroom Price	₹7.5 lakh onwards
Expected Launch Date	July 2023

Key Specifications

Maximum Power	68 PS
Maximum Torque	130 Nm
Transmission	5-speed Manual/CVT
Seating Capacity	5
Engine	1.2-litre, four-cylinder, naturally-aspirated
Fuel Type	CNG+Petrol
Mileage	25 km/kg
Body Type	Sedan

Honda Amaze CNG Features

• Touchscreen Infotainment Unit
• Push Button Start
• Steering-mounted Audio Controls
• Projector Headlamps
• Dual Front Airbags
• Abs With EBD
• Traction Control

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5. Hyundai i20 CNG

After the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS, the only CNG car from the South Korean carmaker, the i20 is all set to receive a CNG variant to rival Maruti Baleno.

The upcoming model should launch in August 2023 and cost around ₹7.5 lakh onwards. It will have the same powertrain as the NIOS, which means it will be powered by the 1.2-litre VVT petrol+CNG engine. The motor should offer 69 PS and 95 Nm. The motor will come mated to a 5-speed manual transmission and there won't be any automatic option.

Expected-showroom Price	₹7.5 lakh onwards
Expected Launch Date	August 2023

Key Specifications

Maximum Power	69 PS
Maximum Torque	95 Nm
Transmission	5-speed manual
Seating Capacity	5
Engine	1.2-litre, four-cylinder, naturally aspirated
Fuel Type	CNG+Petrol
Mileage	25.4 km/kg
Body Type	Hatchback

Hyundai i20 CNG Features

• Electrically-adjustable ORVMs
• Electric Windows
• Air Conditioning
• Steering-mounted Audio Controls
• Dual Front Airbags
• Touchscreen Infotainment Unit
• Abs With EBD
• Rear Parking Sensors
• Central Locking

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