Mumbai/IBNS: India's leading automaker Tata Motors on Tuesday (Sept. 24) announced the launch of the Nexon iCNG, and additions to the Nexon.ev range with a new 45 kWh battery pack and the flagship Red Hot #DARK edition.

These additions make the Tata Nexon, India’s one of the bestselling SUVs, the country’s first and only vehicle to be available in four distinct powertrains – petrol, diesel, CNG and electric.

Launching the new Nexon offerings, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd's Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) Vivek Srivatsa said, “With more than seven lakh vehicles sold in just seven years, the Nexon has created a distinct mark for itself amongst customers in India’s growing SUV market."

"Nexon’s popularity has steadily increased, driven by well-timed and innovative technological upgrades, and today’s new launches further enhance its appeal," Srivatsa added. "These additions take forward Tata Motor’s successful multi powertrain strategy and ensure that there is indeed a Nexon for every need."

The CCO said the launch of the Nexon iCNG as India’s first turbocharged CNG vehicle will attract customers who seek value, are green conscious and do not wish to compromise their drive quality and experience.

"The introduction of the 45 kWh battery pack in the Nexon.ev will enable customers to enjoy hassle-free intercity travel and longer C75 near-real world range of 350–370 KM while enjoying familiar comforts and conveniences," he said.

"Discerning customers seeking to make a statement or accustomed to preferring premium will find the Red #DARK edition experience more interesting,” the CCO added.

The Nexon iCNG, India’s first Turbocharged CNG vehicle, is powered by a 1.2L turbocharged engine, which delivers an impressive 100PS of power and 170NM of torque.

Tata Motors claims the Nexon iCNG offers a segment-leading boot space of 321 litre.

The Nexon iCNG comes with premium and comfortable features like Panoramic Sunroof, Leatherette Ventilated Seats, and the 10.25 inch Infotainment Screen by Harman, coupled with a 10.25 inch fully-digital instrument cluster.

The vehicle also offers direct start in CNG mode and a single ECU that enables automatic switching between petrol and CNG, according to Tata Motors.

"Tata Motors’ safety DNA is carried forward by the Nexon iCNG, which is built on a proven 5-star G-NCAP rated architecture," the automaker stated.

"It offers the most advanced safety features in its segment, including industry-leading technologies such as Leak Detection, a Fire Protection Device, Thermal Incident Protection, Rear Impact Protection, and several others – ensuring unparalleled safety for drivers and their occupants," it added.

The Nexon.ev now comes with a 45kWh battery pack, enabling faster charging speeds at 1.2C rating and a range of 489 km (Urban + Extra Urban) and Tata.ev’s C75 real-world range of 350–370 km.

The Red Hot #DARK edition of the Nexon.ev further elevates its premium and desirability quotient with red themed inserts across the interior and exterior of the vehicle, exclusive UI & UX for the infotainment system and the instrument cluster, as well as a panoramic sunroof and a frunk.

Tata Motors said that features like Arcade.ev, smart welcome and goodbye sequence and a charging indicator built in the front LED DRL, Vehicle to Vehicle and Vehicle to Load technology, and a phygital control panel on the inside, continue to be offered in the Red #DARK edition.