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New Nexon CNG Pros and Cons🥵| should you Buy ? | Tata Nexon CNG 2026 | Rohit chouhan

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Product Reviewed

Tata Nexon CNG (2026 expected / Nexon CNG variants) — discussed in terms of pros, cons, and a comparison mainly with Maruti Suzuki Brezza (Brez).


Key Features / What the Video Highlights

1) Performance (Strong CNG power)

  • 1.2L 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine adapted for CNG.
  • Claimed output: ~99 bhp and ~170 Nm torque (said to be similar to the petrol variant).
  • Reviewer claims no “power shortage” typical of many CNG cars.
  • Mentions good overtaking capability and confident driving even at ~115–116 km/h (as demonstrated).

2) Practicality & Space

  • Good boot space; said to be comparable to the petrol Nexon.
  • Rear and front seat space described as good.
  • Spare wheel included, mounted underneath.

3) Safety / Build Quality (Strong point)

  • Says Tata Nexon created the hype around 5-star safety in India.
  • Structural safety praised.
  • Mentions safety equipment:
    • ABS, EBD, traction control
    • TPMS on some variants
    • 6 airbags standard (as stated in the video)

4) Features & Variant Value (Compared with Brezza CNG)

  • Reviewer focuses on features in the Pure Plus variant:
    • 10-inch screen
    • LED headlamps
    • Steering-mounted controls
    • Center armrest
    • Rear AC vents
  • Also mentions sunroof / panoramic sunroof availability (as stated).
  • Price mentioned for the Pure Plus variant: ₹9,15,000 ex-showroom.
  • Comparison: Brezza CNG only goes up to ZXI, limiting features there; Nexon CNG can go higher for features.

Pros (Unique Positive Points Mentioned)

  1. Powerful turbo output (99 bhp / 170 Nm) with good CNG performance
  2. No major power-regret typical of CNG cars (good overtakes)
  3. Reverse camera
  4. Good cabin and boot space (boot like petrol variant)
  5. Spare wheel provided (underbody)
  6. Strong safety reputation + 6 airbags standard
  7. Better feature availability on higher CNG variants than Brezza

Cons (Unique Negative Points Mentioned)

1) 3-cylinder engine drawbacks

  • Vibration is unavoidable with 3-cylinder engines.
  • Mentions possible reliability issues as a concern.
  • Says Brezza’s 4-cylinder engine is smoother/refined, but has less power.

2) Driving feel / controls

  • Clutch feels hard
  • Gear shifting feels hard
  • Ergonomics issues:
    • Headlight wiper stalk is far away
    • A-pillar creates a blind spot

3) Noise & harshness

  • Reviewer says engine noise is loud in Nexon (and even more in diesel they drove; petrol described as noisy compared to expectations).
  • Mentions harshness and vibration.

4) Fit & finish / electronics

  • Fit and finish criticized:
    • Large panel gaps (even finger-width fit claimed)
  • Mentions electronic glitches.
  • Screen/console mentioned as shaking a bit when moved.
  • General feel described as not “premium”.

5) Long-term reliability, rusting, service issues

  • Claims rusting issues over time are seen.
  • States long-term reliability is weak vs other brands.
  • Service experience described as expensive and not special.
  • Mentions an estimate: ~50–60% of cars may face some problem (as per reviewer’s claim).
  • Mentions Nexon being seen parked at service centers.

6) Mileage disadvantage vs competitors (main CNG “buyer” concern)

  • Says turbo petrol typically gives lower mileage, so Nexon CNG fuel efficiency is lower.
  • Claimed typical mileage target: ~23–24 (CNG).
  • People may report 26–27 only under very gentle driving; reviewer suggests reality is lower.
  • Comparison: Brezza is claimed to offer better real-world mileage (~26–27 stated).
  • Also compared against “other CNG vehicles in this price range”: Nexon allegedly delivers less mileage.

Comparisons Mentioned

Against Maruti Suzuki Brezza (Brez)

  • Nexon strengths:
    • More power (in CNG)
    • Better safety reputation
    • Better higher-variant feature availability
  • Brezza strengths:
    • Smoother 4-cylinder engine
    • Better mileage
  • Brezza tradeoff: lower power

Against other CNG options (general statement)

  • Nexon is said to have less mileage than other CNG cars in the segment/price range.

Overall Verdict / Recommendation (from the video)

  • The reviewer frames Nexon CNG as:
    • Worth considering if you accept ~22–23 km/kg (low-to-mid 20s mileage) in exchange for good performance and safety.
  • They also recommend:
    • If choosing between Nexon CNG and other Nexon powertrains, they advise diesel (claiming similar mileage, more power, and better reliability, despite rust/service issues still persisting).

Price References Mentioned

  • Tata Nexon Pure Plus (CNG): ₹9,15,000 ex-showroom (stated)
  • Estimate of on-road effect: ~₹15 lakh (approx.)
  • Diesel pricing comparison:
    • Diesel cited as around ₹11 lakh (as stated in the video context)

Unique Points by Speaker

  • The subtitles appear to be from one main speaker (Rohit Chouhan) providing the full set of pros/cons and comparisons. No other distinct speaker viewpoints are clearly indicated.

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