Punch CNG, Tata’s Answer To Hyundai Exter CNG, Launched At Rs 7,10,000

• Tata Punch CNG launched in India from Rs 7.1 lakh (ex-showroom). 
• Tiago CNG and Tigor CNG now updated with twin-cylinder technology. 
• Punch introduced with new features such as a sunroof, front armrest, a Type-C USB charger and a shark fin antenna. 

Tata Motors has launched the Punch CNG on our shores from Rs 7.1 lakh (ex-showroom). Along with the introduction of the eco-friendly Punch, the Indian marque took the opportunity to introduce its twin-cylinder technology in the Tiago and Tigor. So without wasting any time, let’s see what all has changed in all three. 

Punch

*Non sunroof variant

• The Punch CNG is offered in the five trims of the micro SUV, giving you more choice than the Hyundai Exter CNG. 

• Commands a premium of up to Rs 1.61 lakh over the equivalent petrol models. 

• Tata has also taken the opportunity to introduce new features such as a sunroof, Type-C USB charger, front armrest and a shark fin antenna. 

• The twin-cylinder technology ensures that the Punch still has a usable boot. 

• It is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine dishing out 73.4PS and 103Nm in CNG mode. 

• The Tata Punch CNG goes up against the Hyundai Exter CNG. 

Tiago

• The Tiago CNG continues to be offered in the same variants as before. 

• Thanks to the introduction of twin-cylinder technology, you now get a usable trunk. 

• No changes have been made to the 1.2-litre engine, which continues to put out 73.4PS and 95Nm. 

• It locks horns with the Maruti Suzuki Celerio CNG, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios CNG and Wagon R CNG. 

Tigor

• The Tigor CNG now gets the carmaker’s innovative twin-cylinder technology and prices are hiked by Rs 5,000. 

• As a result, it now has a much more practical boot. 

• The Tigor CNG continues to get the 1.2-litre engine putting out 73.4PS and 95Nm. 

• It rivals the Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG and Hyundai Aura CNG. 

Tata’s twin-cylinder CNG models continue to offer enhanced practicality with an adequate boot, making them extra usable, especially if you plan to take it out for road trips. Which of these CNG models would you pick? Let us know in the comments.