Tata’s new technology frees up boot space Gets 210 litres of boot space, ICE models get 345 litres Tanks positioned under the boot floor, where the spare tyre usually is
Repositioned spare wheel
Space saver mounted under the car Spare can be released by loosening a bolt in the boot Also gets puncture repair kit
Safety concerns addressed
Gets fire extinguisher under driver seat Switches to petrol mode if leak is detected from CNG system Gets micro switch in filler area to shut off the car during refuelling
Drivability is good in CNG mode
1.2-litre, 3cyls, NA 73.5hp, 103Nm (CNG mode) 88hp, 115Nm (petrol mode) Can be started directly in CNG mode Notable difference between petrol and CNG modes
Refinement isn’t its strong suit
Engine builds speed in a laidback manner Doesn't feel strained in CNG mode Not very refined since cabin gets lot of engine noise Clutch is light but gearbox takes effort
Added weight, added stiffness
Rear suspension stiffened by 15% Ride feels stiffer but only at low speeds but not uncomfortable Feels comfy and composed over bumps Remains a nice handling hatchback
No change to design
New additions include iCNG badge on boot ‘50 lakh cars sold’ milestone badge on C-Pillar Remains one of the most stylish hatchbacks Comes in four colours
Minimal changes inside
Gets a 4-inch digital instrument cluster from Tiago iCNG New CNG button on the right of the steering wheel Omission of drive mode switch Everything else remains the same
More variants than rivals
Gets six variants Get a single-pane sunroof, a first for any CNG hatch Missing features like cruise control, drive modes, etc Rivals: Maruti Suzuki Baleno CNG, Toyota Glanza CNG
Verdict
What we like: Usable boot space Multiple variants to choose from Drivability in CNG mode
What we don’t like: Top-spec variant is pricey Engine refinement and performance