Experience the Hyundai Grand Nios Sport CNG
The Hyundai Grand Nios is a popular, feature-loaded hatchback known for its practicality and stylish design. We’re taking a closer look at the Sport CNG variant, a value-for-money option that combines excellent features with impressive fuel efficiency. This car is designed for those seeking a comfortable drive with the added benefit of CNG mileage.
Pricing and Variants
The Grand Nios starts with its base model, the Era, at an ex-showroom price of ₹5,55,000. The Sport CNG variant, the focus of this review, comes with an ex-showroom price of ₹7,72,000. When considering the difference between petrol and CNG variants, expect a price gap of approximately ₹1,00,000. The on-road price for the Sport CNG in Lucknow is ₹9,11,000. For comparison, the Sport Petrol variant has an ex-showroom price of ₹6,83,000 and an on-road price of ₹8,11,000.
Buyers can also benefit from discounts of up to ₹20,000, which can include exchange bonuses and insurance differences. For those considering financing, a down payment of ₹3,76,000 on a ₹5,00,000 loan would result in EMIs of ₹15,923 for 3 years, ₹10,403 for 5 years, or ₹8,707 for 7 years.
Keys and Engine Options
The Grand Nios Sport CNG comes with a convenient flip remote central locking key, featuring buttons for lock, unlock, and boot lock, along with the Hyundai logo. A secondary normal manual key is also provided. Engine options include both petrol and a bi-fuel CNG choice, offering flexibility to drivers.
Exterior Design and Features
The front profile of the Grand Nios showcases the prominent Hyundai logo. The grille features a glossy black finish, adding to its modern appeal. Projector headlamps, which are automatic and emit a yellow light, include integrated turn indicators. Below these, you’ll find tread-design daytime running lights (DRLs). The car also features a dual wiper and washer system. The roof is plain, but for those desiring a dual-tone look and additional features, the Sport Dual Tone variant is available with a black roof. Black roof rails are a distinctive feature of the CNG variant.
Moving to the side, the ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are electrically adjustable and foldable from the inside, with integrated turn indicators for enhanced safety. The A-pillar matches the body color, while the B-pillar is finished in black. Body-colored door handles complete the sleek side profile. The car is equipped with 15-inch steel wheels, featuring disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The tire size is 175/60 R15. A ‘G10’ badge is visible on the last pillar. The warranty offered is 3 years or 1,00,000 km, which can be extended for an additional cost.
Dimensions
The Hyundai Grand Nios boasts practical dimensions suitable for city driving. It has a length of 3810 mm, a width of 1680 mm, and a height of 1520 mm. The wheelbase measures approximately 2450 mm, contributing to its stable ride.
Rear Profile and Boot Space
The rear of the Grand Nios features joint LED taillights, with only a part of them illuminating. These lights integrate both turn indicators and reverse lights. You’ll find the Grand i10 Nios badge prominently, and for the CNG variant, a ‘CNG Duo’ badge is also present. Other rear features include a defogger, a high-mount stop lamp, a shark fin antenna, and black roof rails. A dedicated CNG sticker is also placed on the rear. The large Nios badge and Hyundai logo are central, accompanied by a reverse parking camera. The body-colored bumper includes two reverse parking sensors and reflectors on both sides. A black skid plate is located below, and the exhaust pipe is visible towards the side.
The boot space of the Grand Nios is typically 260 liters. However, in the Sport CNG variant, the boot houses two twin CNG cylinders, each with approximately 55 liters of liquid capacity. These cylinders significantly reduce the available boot space by about 100-150 liters, leaving usable space above the cylinders. The rear seats are 100% foldable, offering versatility for cargo. A parcel tray is not included as standard but can be added as an accessory. Instead of a spare tire, the car comes with a tire mobility kit, which includes an inflator and liquid for puncture repairs.
Interior Comfort and Features
Stepping inside the Grand Nios, you are greeted by a dual-tone dashboard. The cabin is spacious, offering good legroom and thigh support, along with ample headroom. The Sport CNG variant features an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a reverse parking camera for easy maneuvering. Safety is enhanced with six airbags, which are standard even from the base model. Rear passengers benefit from AC vents and a 12V charging outlet, allowing them to charge devices conveniently. The CNG variant offers an impressive mileage of up to 28 km/kg. The grab handles are overhead, and the two adjustable headrests ensure comfort for rear passengers. All three-point seatbelts are provided. The seats are finished in fabric, and the interior roof light is a yellow bulb. Rear doors also include a child lock feature for safety.
Driver’s Cockpit and Controls
The driver’s side door trim is dual-tone and includes controls for all four power windows, door openers, speakers, and bottle holders. The fabric seats have a touch of leather treatment on the sides. The driver’s seat is height adjustable and also offers a recline option. Blue lighting is present near the footstep area. The car features manual transmission pedals. Levers are available to open the hood and the fuel lid. Driver assistance features include a traction control switch, a switch to toggle between CNG and petrol modes, and a headlight adjuster.
Upon ignition, the analog instrument cluster comes alive, displaying an RPM meter and a speedometer marked up to 220 km/h, along with bars indicating CNG and petrol levels. The Multi-Information Display (MID) provides various details such as trip meters, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), door light indicators, service interval, language settings, and reset options. The steering wheel, adorned with the Hyundai logo, features controls for the MID and infotainment/telephony on the left side. The steering column is tilt-adjustable. The headlamps are automatic, while the wipers are manual.
The AC vents have a glossy treatment, and the central AC vents are finished in black. The 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, and Aux connectivity. When reverse gear is engaged, the camera quality is displayed on the screen with guidelines. Physical buttons are present for media, radio, and volume control, along with a hazard light switch. The car comes with manual AC controls, allowing adjustment of fan speed, temperature, and airflow. Below the center console, there’s a convenient storage space for a phone or other items, alongside a 12V charging outlet, a Type-A USB port, and a Type-C USB port. The 5-speed manual transmission is standard for the CNG variant; an automatic option is available only with the petrol engine. Two cup holders and a handbrake are also present, though an armrest is not provided in this variant. The normal glove box is not cooled. Other interior features include a manually adjustable IRVM, a microphone, a vanity mirror on the passenger sun visor, and a ticket holder on the driver’s sun visor.
Engine Specifications and Performance
The Hyundai Grand Nios is powered by a 1.2-liter, 4-cylinder petrol engine, a notable feature that sets it apart from some competitors like the Tata Tiago or Maruti Wagon R. This engine delivers 82 bhp of power and 113-114 Nm of torque in petrol mode. When running on CNG, the power output is approximately 68 bhp, with a torque of about 95 Nm. The CNG variant boasts an impressive mileage of up to 28 km/kg. It’s worth noting that the hood does not feature any insulation.
Safety Features
Safety is a priority in the Grand Nios, which comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of features. These include ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), six airbags for all-around protection, reverse parking sensors, and a reverse parking camera. Additional safety aids include a speed alert system, seatbelt warnings, an engine immobilizer, crash sensors, traction control, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), and automatic headlamps.
Competitors
The Hyundai Grand Nios faces competition in the hatchback segment from popular models like the Tata Tiago and the Maruti Wagon R. However, its 4-cylinder engine and a rich list of features make it a strong contender in its class.
