We compare it with the Aura CNG and Tigor CNG to see which one comes out on top, on paper.
Published on Nov 22, 2024 09:00:00 AM
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Maruti Suzuki recently launched the fourth-generation Dzire in India. Unlike previous generations of this sedan, however, the CNG powertrain has been offered right from the start. If you are in the market for a compact CNG sedan, you have two other options – the Hyundai Aura CNG and the Tata Tigor CNG. Here, we are comparing how the new Maruti Dzire CNG stacks up against its rivals in terms of specs, mileage, features, and price.
| Maruti Dzire CNG vs rivals: powertrain, specs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dzire CNG | Aura CNG | Tigor CNG | |
| Engine | 1.2-litre, 3-cyls | 1.2-litre, 4-cyls | 1.2-litre, 3-cyls |
| Power in CNG mode | 70hp | 69hp | 73hp |
| Torque in CNG mode | 102Nm | 95Nm | 95Nm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed MT | 5-speed MT | 5-speed MT/5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 33.73km/kg | 28.4km/kg | 26.49 km/kg |
| CNG tank size (water capacity) | 55-litres | 65-litres | 70-litres |
Powered by the new Z12E three-cylinder engine in CNG form, the Dzire produces 70hp and 102Nm of torque. As shown in the table above, this makes it just 1hp more powerful than the Aura CNG, but the Tigor CNG is the most powerful at 73hp. However, the Dzire has the highest torque at 102Nm, which is 7Nm more than the Aura and the Tigor.
Maruti Suzuki offers the Dzire with CNG on the mid-spec trims (VXi and ZXi), while Hyundai offers the Aura with CNG on the base to mid-spec trims (E, S, and SX). Tata Motors is the only one to offer CNG on the top-spec XZ+ trim of the Tigor and on its mid-spec trims (XM and XZ).
| Maruti Dzire CNG vs rivals: trims and price | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dzire CNG | Aura CNG | Tigor CNG | |
| Trims | VXi, ZXi | E, S, SX | XM, XZ, XZ+ |
| Price (ex-showroom) | Rs 8.74 lakh-Rs 9.84 lakh | Rs 7.49 lakh-Rs 9.05 lakh | Rs 7.60 lakh-Rs 9.40 lakh |
Finally, coming to their price, the Aura CNG is the most affordable here, while the Dzire CNG is the most expensive. The Tigor CNG slots right in between. However, given the additional equipment and better fuel economy offered by the Dzire CNG, it is clearly the most value-for-money compact CNG sedan.
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