Maruti Suzuki has today announced the launch of the CNG variant of its Celerio with S-CNG technology. The Celerio VXi CNG is powered by next-generation Dual Jet, Dual VVT K-Series 1.0L engine and is claimed to deliver an incredible mileage of 35.60 km/kg and has a CNG tank capacity of 60 litres (water filling capacity). The New Celerio S-CNG is factory fitted and is priced Rs. 6.58 Lakhs ex-showroom.
Maruti Suzuki factory fitted S-CNG vehicles are equipped with dual interdependent ECUs (Electronic Control Units) and an intelligent injection system. Vehicles are specially tuned and calibrated to deliver optimum performance and enhanced drivability across all kinds of terrains. S-CNG vehicles are also designed for safety, engine durability, convenience, and great mileage.
Commenting on the launch, Mr. Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Director (Marketing & Sales), Maruti Suzuki India Limited said, “Maruti Suzuki has been a pioneer in the country to offer factory-fitted CNG cars. We have the largest portfolio of 8 green models on the road and have sold around 9,50,000 S-CNG vehicles. Owning a factory fitted S-CNG vehicle comes with standard warranty benefits and convenience of Maruti Suzuki’s service network spread across India, that our customers find very comforting. With green mobility in focus, we have witnessed 22% CAGR increase in our CNG sales in the past five years. This is a testimony to the customers accepting technologically advanced, eco-friendly, and safe CNG mobility solutions.”
Celerio CNG Technical Specifications: | |||
Length | 3695mm | Max Torque | 82.1Nm@3400 rpm (CNG Mode)89.0Nm@3500 rpm (Gasoline Mode) |
Height | 1555mm | ||
Width | 1655mm | Max Power | 41.7kW@5300 rpm (CNG Mode)48.0kW@5500 rpm (Gasoline Mode) |
Wheelbase | 2435mm | ||
Fuel Efficiency | 35.60 km/kg |