Maruti Suzuki has now officially introduced the CNG variant of its compact hatchback, the S-Presso, in India. The new S-Presso S-CNG is priced at ₹5.90 lakh (ex-showroom). With this launch, Maruti Suzuki continues to cement its standing in the green vehicle segment for buyers looking to go that bit further with fuel economy and emissions.
Insane Mileage
The highlight of the Maruti S-Presso CNG is all about its mileage. With the best fuel economy in the segment at 32.73 km/kg as declared by the company, the vehicle is certainly among the most economical CNG vehicles in the Indian market today and would, therefore, reduce the running cost massively, especially for city commuters and fleet operators.
Powertrain and Performance
The car, S-Presso CNG, is powered by a 1.0 litre K-series dual-jet, dual-VVT petrol engine, specially tuned for CNG mode. In CNG mode, the car makes 56.6 PS of power and 82.1 Nm of torque. The engine is coupled with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The performance is slightly less compared to the petrol-only model, but the CNG variant provides a smoother and more economical drive.
Design and Features
The S-Presso CNG looks similar to the petrol variant externally due to its tall-boy stance and SUV-ish design. Internally, power controls, digital instrument cluster, SmartPlay infotainment system, power steering, front power windows, and dual airbags are installed. The higher variants share some additional features such as steering-mounted controls and Bluetooth connectivity.
Safety and Sustainability
Maruti Suzuki has ensured that the S-Presso S-CNG meets the latest emission norms and is equipped with essential features for safety, including ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, and a high-speed alert system. The company-installed CNG kits are vigorously tested for durability and safety, thus providing safety assurance to buyers.
Conclusion
With Maruti Suzuki having launched the S-Presso CNG, a window for the creation of other environment-friendly vehicles came into existence. The new variant, being cheap, fuel-efficient, and practical, should allure both individual buyers and fleet operators yearning for a trustworthy and cost-effective vehicle.