Tata Nexon CNG is one of the most awaited cars in India, which is likely to launch before the upcoming festive season. What's more interesting is that the Tata Nexon CNG would receive AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) technology, just like its siblings Tiago CNG and Tigor CNG. The homegrown auto giant introduced CNG-AMT technology to the Tiago and Tigor models earlier this year. Now, this same technology is expected to make its way into the Nexon, which would further enhance the already popular compact SUV's appeal.

Like the Tiago CNG-AMT and Tigor CNG-AMT, the Tata Nexon CNg-AMT too would use twin-CNG cylinders and the AMT technology, combining the best of both worlds. This technology will allow consumers to get the benefits of affordable fuel and convenient clutchless driving.

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Tata Nexon CNG: Powertrain and specification

The Tata Nexon CNG would come available in two different transmission options - a five-speed manual gearbox and an AMT unit. Powering the SUV will be a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine that is capable of running on CNG as well. This turbo-petrol engine is capable of churning out 118 bhp of peak power and 170 Nm of maximum torque in petrol-only mode. In CNG mode, the SUV would pump out slightly lower power and torque figures.

With this, Tata Nexo will be available in a plethora of powertrain options. The compact SUV is currently available in petrol-only, diesel-only and electric propulsion systems. The addition of CNG technology will put it in the same league as Tiago, Tigor, Altorz and Punch, which are available with the petrol-CNG bi-fuel powertrain technology.

Tata Motors has not revealed anything about the possible pricing of the Nexon CNG-AMT. Expect it to come commanding a premium of about ₹80,000 over the standard versions of the Nexon. Upon launch, the Tata Nexon CNG to compete with rivals like the Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG.