Diversity is Strength

Does adding a compressed natural gas CNG) option enhance the already diverse appeal of the Tata Nexon? Let us find out

- Gaurav Davare

DIVERSITY IS STRENGTH. THIS IS A PHRASE that has been commonplace in modern times for different scenarios and it has been gaining momentum in the automotive space. This phrase fits the latest iteration of the Tata Nexon like a glove as it already has petrol, diesel, and electric powertrains to choose from and Tata Motors have now added CNG power to the mix in the form of the Nexon iCNG. Is it another positive feather in the cap with regard to the sub-four-metre sport utility vehicle's (SUV) diverse appeal? We got to spend some time with this configuration to find out exactly that.

The Tata Nexon iCNG already has a good first impression as it is identical to the standard Nexon, barring the "iCNG" badge. This is especially apparent in the feature package as things like the two 10.25-inch digital screens, wireless phone charger, panoramic sunroof, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and ventilated front seats match what you get in the standard model. A particularly nice attention to detail is the CNG switch which, instead of being a dedicated switch as in the Punch, Altroz, Tiago, and Tigor, is neatly integrated into the touch-based centre console panel to the point where it doesn't look out of place.