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Top CNG Automatic Cars in India (2026)

Published: Apr 9, 2026, 04:41 PM
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By: Vishal Kaushik
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Top CNG Automatic Cars in India (2026)

When it comes to fuel efficient cars with better convenience, CNG Automatic Car is the best option to choose. This is because CNG burns cleaner than other conventional fuels, making it an eco-friendly fuel. And on the same hand, automatic transmission gives extra leverage in vehicle handling and overall performance.

Right now, Automatic CNG cars in India contain only a handful of options. Out of these, five top models are Tata Punch, Tata Tiago, Tata Tiago NRG, Tata Tigor and Nissan Magnite. So, if you're looking for low running cost + clutch-free driving, here are the top 5 CNG automatic cars you can consider in 2026.

Automatic Cars in CNG

Starting Ex-Showroom Price*

Body Type

Mileage

Tata Punch iCNG AMT

Rs. 8.6 Lakh

Micro SUV

26.99 km/kg

Tata Tiago iCNG AMT

Rs. 7.32 Lakh

Hatchback

24 - 26 km/kg

Nissan Magnite CNG AMT

Rs. 7.8 Lakh

SUV

23.5 km/kg

Tata Tigor iCNG AMT

Rs. 8.29 Lakh

Sedan

28.06 km/kg

Tata Tiago NRG iCNG AMT

Rs. 6.74 Lakh

Cross Hatchback

26.49 km/kg

*Ex-Showroom prices are rounded to 2 decimal places in Lakh.

1. Tata Punch iCNG AMT (Rs. 8.6 Lakh - Rs. 10.6 Lakh)

Punch CNG.webp

Punch is currently one of the most popular models in the India Automotive market. It is known for its safety features and build quality. Available as an automatic car in CNG option, it smoothly combines its bold language with the efficient factory-fitted CNG-AMT setup.

Specifications & Features

  • Engine: 1.2L Revotron Engine. It offers 72 bhp and 103 Nm of torque (CNG Mode).
  • Mileage: 26.99 km/kg (ARAI Tested)
  • Transmission: 5-speed AMT
  • Available Variants: Pure+, Adventure, Adventure S and Accomplished+ S, available in 12 exterior colours.
  • Safety Features: 5-Star GNCAP Rating, Dual Airbags, ABS with EBD and Corner Stability Control.
  • Interior/Exterior Features: 4-inch infotainment, semi-digital cluster, high ground clearance, dual-cylinder tech.

Choose this Automatic CNG Car if you want a combined SUV stance with a car-like driving experience. Moreover, its 5-star safety rating makes it a real trusted model.

2. Tata Tiago iCNG AMT (Rs. 7.32 Lakh - Rs. 7.92 Lakh)

Tiago CNG.webp

As the first Automatic CNG Car in India, Tata Tiago offers a premium hatchback experience with good drivability. If you want better city driving with low running costs, this can be the best CNG AMT option to consider.

Specifications & Features:

  • Engine: 1.2L petrol with factory-fitted CNG offering 72 bhp and 95 Nm of torque.
  • Mileage: 24-26 km/kg (real world tested)
  • Transmission: 5-speed AMT
  • Available Variants: XTA, XZA, XZA+ Lux, available in 6 exterior colours.
  • Safety Features: 4-Star GNCAP Rating, Rear Parking Camera, and TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).
  • Interior/Exterior Features: Increased ground clearance, Cooled glovebox, 8-speaker surround sound system and rain-sensing wipers.

If you’re seeking the best value-for-money option, Tiago CNG can be the best option. Despite being affordable, the model still maintains a premium interior, feature-loaded cabin inside.

3. Nissan Magnite CNG AMT (Rs. 7.8 Lakh - Rs. 11.18 Lakh)

Magnite CNG.webp

Nissan Magnite is the newest entrant among the CNG automatic cars in India. As a Japanese product, it aims to disrupt the segment with its bold-styling and tech-heavy cabin. It offers a very refined AMT shift logic compared to older competitors.

Specifications & Features:

  • Engine Specification: 1.0L Naturally Aspirated Engine; 71 bhp and 96 Nm of torque
  • Mileage: 23.5 km/kg (Real world tested)
  • Available Variants: Visia, Acenta, and XV, available in 11 exterior colours.
  • Safety Features: 5-Star GNCAP Rating, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Hill Start Assist
  • Interior/Exterior Features: 360-degree Around View Monitor, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and a 7-inch digital instrument cluster.

Pick this if you want a more "tech-forward" SUV with premium features like a 360-degree camera and a more spacious rear seat than the Punch.

4. Tata Tigor iCNG AMT (Rs. 8.29 Lakh - Rs. 8.84 Lakh)

Tigor CNG.webp

Another Tata CNG Automatic car, this one remains India’s only "Styleback" (compact sedan) offering an automatic CNG powertrain. It provides a more refined silhouette and slightly balanced ride compared to its other hatchbacks siblings.

Specifications & Features:

  • Engine Specification: 1.2L Engine delivering 72.5 bhp and 95 Nm of torque
  • Mileage: 28.06 km/kg (ARAI tested).
  • Available Variants: XZA and XZA+, available in 5 exterior colours.
  • Safety Features: 4-Star GNCAP Rating, Speed-sensing auto door locks and ISOFIX child seat mounts
  • Interior/Exterior Features: Automatic climate control, premium leatherette seats and a sonic silver finish on the alloys.

The Tigor iCNG AMT is best for those who want a CNG Automatic car with maximum mileage. Secondly, its elegant sedan body doesn’t compromise with the boot capacity, which can easily attract sedan lovers.

5. Tata Tiago NRG iCNG AMT (Rs. 8.15 Lakh - Rs. 8.80 Lakh)

NRG Tiago CNG.webp

The NRG is the "cross-hatch" version of the Tiago, featuring tough body cladding and a higher ride height. It targets buyers who want the compact nature of a hatchback but with a more adventurous, rugged aesthetic.

Specifications & Features:

  • Engine Specification: 1.2L Revotron delivering 72 bhp and 95 Nm of torque
  • Mileage: 26.49 km/kg (ARAI Tested)
  • Available Variants: XZA iCNG available in 4 exterior colours.
  • Safety Features: Dual Airbags, ABS and a fortified body shell
  • Interior/Exterior Features: 181mm ground clearance, rugged black cladding and charcoal black interiors.

Choose this "tough" hatchback if your daily route involves bad roads or high speed bumps. Its extra ground clearance and rugged body cladding is made for that!

Summing Up

Although the Automatic CNG cars in India remain a thin section, the available options are sufficient to fulfill customer’s daily needs. This quickly evolving section is currently dominated by Tata models, other upcoming models are expected to compete with better features. Other automatic options may include DCT and CVT options which are yet to further optimize performance.

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