Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) announced its foray into the NGV segment, thereby providing more options in both the Toyota Glanza as well as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder model line-up. The Toyota Glanza, which was launched earlier this year, will now be available with a CNG variant in the S and G grades, along with a Manual Transmission powertrain.
The first of its kind in the segment, the Urban Cruiser Hyryder too will now be available with a factory fitted CNG kit in both S and G grades. Equipped with a manual transmission powertrain in both the grades, the CNG variant will be in addition to the Self-charging Strong Hybrid Electric as well as the Neo Drive variants.
The introduction of CNG grades in both the Toyota models will further enable TKM to enhance its range of sustainable vehicle technology offerings, as well as offer more eco-friendly and economical options for customers to choose from. Thus, it will cater to a varied range of mobility needs of Indian consumers.
“Our goal at Toyota has always been to serve the markets needs with a clear focus on customers’ aspirations, and by providing the most viable products and services to our customers. With the same vision in mind, we are delighted to announce our foray in the CNG segment, driving in CNG variants for two of our much sought- after offerings, the Toyota Glanza and the Urban Cruiser Hyryder,” said Atul Sood, Associate Vice President, Sales, and Strategic Marketing, TKM.
Envisaged with keeping customer convenience in mind, the CNG variant in the Toyota Glanza features a powerful yet fuel-efficient ‘K-Series Engine’ and is equipped with a Manual Transmission powertrain. The engine capacity of the new E-CNG Glanza is 1197cc with a power output of 57 KW (77.5 PS) and delivers a superior driving experience. It offers a fuel efficiency of 30.61 km/kg.
The new CNG variant available in the Urban Cruiser Hyryder is also equipped with a 1.5-liter K-series engine & 5 Speed Manual Transmission, as well as a host of awesome features to ensure top performance and a mileage of 26.1 km/kg.
Source: Toyota India
