The demand for a CNG vehicle has grown robustly in India. For the period of April-September 2021, data shows that 1,01,412 CNG cars were sold in the country, as opposed to 51,448 cars in the same period in 2020. Maruti Suzuki, being a leader in the petrol segment, wants to cash in on this growing demand of CNG vehicles. CNG per kilogram is also cheaper than petrol and is less susceptible to price fluctuations as well, especially in the current period where Brent crude is trading at USD130 per barrel. Thereby, Maruti has come out with Dzire S-CNG (VXI and ZXI) models. So, here are the specifications of the two S-CNG models:
1. Engine type Both VXI and ZXI have an engine capacity of 1197cc. Number of cylinders in the engine of both the models are 4.
2. Engine Power The maximum power by both VXI CNG and ZXI CNG is 57kW at 6000 revolutions per minute (rpm). The maximum torque produced by both VXI CNG and ZXI CNG is 98.6 Nm at 4300 rpm.
3. Power Transmission Both VXI and ZXI CNG have Front Wheel Drive. Both have 5MT transmission. Both have electric power steering.
5. Fuel Capacity The fuel tank capacity is 55 litre (water equivalent) in both the VXI, ZXI-CNG models. Both have a seating capacity of 5 individuals.
6. Passenger safety Both the models have dual airbags, reverse parking sensors and speed-sensitive door locking. Both have door speakers
7. Infotainment Smartplay Studio System with Navigation and Voice Command (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay enabled) and AHA Platform (Through Smartplay Studio App) is available only in ZXI CNG.
8. Passenger comfort Both have rear-vent AC, central locking, power windows and bottle-holders on all doors. Only ZXI-CNG has automatic climate control. Boot space in both models is 378 litre.
9. Mileage The fuel capacity/mileage for both models is 31.12 km/kg. Both the models are available in Arctic White, Sherwood Brown, Oxford Blue, Phoenix Red, Magma Grey and Premium Silver, as per Zig Wheels.
10. Price The ex-showroom price of VXI CNG is INR 8.14 lakh and final on-road price is INR 9.12 lakh. The ex-showroom price of ZXI CNG is INR 8.82 lakh and final on-road price is INR 9.87 lakh. Bookings are open.
