New Delhi: Maruti Suzuki has launched the CNG version of Celerio. The model costs Rs 4.68 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and is available on the VXi trim (manual transmission). With Celerio Green, the carmaker is now offering iGPI technology on six models, Alto 800, Wagon R, Ertiga, SX4 and Eeco.
The CNG-variant is powered by the factory fitted iGPI technology (intelligent Gas Port Injection) the Bi-fuel Celerio Green delivers a fuel efficiency of 31.79 km/kg in CNG mode.
Maruti had launched Celerio with the revolutionary Auto Gear Shift technology during Auto Expo 2014.
''Brand Celerio has received overwhelming response from the market. The idea of introducing a bi-fuel CNG variant was to strengthen the brand and offer more fuel choices to the customer. We are confident that factory fitted iGPI technology on the Celerio Green will bring all the benefits to customers such as smooth drive and hassle-free maintenance and help us in expanding the Celerio brand,'' said Manohar Bhat, vice president (marketing).
The presence of dual ECUs ensures delivery of optimum fuel quantity to engine, leading to consistent performance along with improved fuel efficiency.
"Celerio Green has undergone rigorous tests during the course of development and scores high on safety and reliability like any other Maruti-Suzuki vehicle," it said in a statement.
lerio Green also enjoys all the Maruti Suzuki standard warranty benefits and will be serviced across all MSIL service network.
