Tata Motors Launches Tiago And Tigor With CNG

Tata Motors, today launched the CNG variants of its entry-level brands – Tiago and Tigor.  The company is calling it – iCNG for “intelligent CNG” because the vehicles allow auto-switching between fuels and also enable the vehicle to be started on CNG fuel.

With this launch, Tata Motors plans to strengthen its position in the CNG market, In line with the CNG markets in India, the new iCNG range from Tata Motors will be available at the company’s authorised sales outlets at a starting price of INR 6,09,900, ex-showroom Delhi, for the Tiago iCNG.

Commenting on the launch, Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. said, “The demand for both economical personal mobility as well as greener, emission friendly mobility is rapidly rising. With this foray into 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.”

The new Tiago iCNG and Tigor iCNG are powered by the Revotron 1.2L BS6 engine which produces a maximum power of 73PS – the highest for any CNG car in this segment. In an endeavor to provide the CNG customers with a range of options to choose from, Tata Motors has introduced its iCNG vehicles across trim levels of the Tiago and the Tigor.

Built on a proven platform for safety, both the cars use high-strength steel with the inclusion of standard safety features such as dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and Corner Stability Control. The iCNG variants of Tiago and Tigor come with a single advanced ECU, auto switchover between fuels, direct start in CNG (segment-first), faster refueling, and a digital instrument cluster. 

Both cars have been loaded with while the Tiago iCNG comes with new features like the Projector Headlamps, LED DRLs, Chrome embellishments on the exteriors and premium black and beige dual tone interiors; the Tigor iCNG too comes equipped with features such as Rain sensing wipers, Automatic headlamps, Dual tone roof, new seat fabric and new dual tone black and beige interiors

Furthermore, adding to the current colour palate, the company has also introduced an two new Midnight Plum in the Tiago and a Magnetic Red in the Tigor. Both these cars will come with a warranty of 2 years or 75,000 kms, whichever is earlier, as a standard option for all customers.