Archive · 9 Oct 2026
Maruti Suzuki Prepares Five New CNG Models for India
CNG is becoming a popular choice for people buying new cars in India.
The article says Maruti Suzuki is preparing five vehicles that will offer or be associated with CNG.
One is an updated Fronx, which may get a new engine that can run on CNG.
The Grand Vitara is also expected to get a facelift, with changes inside and outside.
Its update may arrive between late 2026 and March 2027.
The Wagon R and Ertiga are also expected to be updated, but the article does not give dates.
A new seven-seat vehicle based on the Grand Vitara is also planned.
These are expected updates and plans, not confirmed launch details.
CNG accounts for nearly 22% to 24% of new car sales in India, according to the article.
A Fronx facelift is expected to offer a CNG version of a new 1.2-litre three-cylinder Z-series engine.
The Grand Vitara facelift is expected between late 2026 and March 2027, with exterior and interior updates.
The Wagon R and Ertiga are also expected to receive updates, though timing and details are not given.
Maruti Suzuki is also preparing a new seven-seat vehicle based on the Grand Vitara.
- Who
- Maruti Suzuki
- What
- The automaker is preparing five new or updated vehicles expected to offer CNG options.
- When
- The Grand Vitara facelift is expected between late 2026 and March 2027; dates for the other vehicles are not stated.
- Where
- India
- Why
- CNG has become the second-most popular option for new car purchases in India, accounting for nearly 22% to 24% of sales according to the article.
Article’s reported plans
Details not confirmed in the article
Five upcoming vehicles
Article’s reported plans
The article says Maruti Suzuki is getting ready to launch five CNG cars, including facelifts and a new Grand Vitara-based seven-seater.
Details not confirmed in the article
The plans are described as expected; the article provides no confirmation of launch dates or full specifications for most models.
- CNG share of new-car sales
- Nearly 22% to 24%, according to the article
- Vehicles mentioned
- Fronx facelift, Grand Vitara facelift, Wagon R facelift, Ertiga facelift, and a Grand Vitara-based seven-seater
- Fronx CNG engine
- Expected 1.2-litre three-cylinder Z-series engine
- Fronx CNG output
- Expected 69 bhp and 101 Nm
- Possible Fronx transmission
- A CNG-AMT combination is expected
- Grand Vitara facelift timing
- Expected between late 2026 and March 2027