The Grand i10 Nios combines a short hatchback body with a choice of petrol and factory CNG. Its strongest distinction is not a sporty badge but the ability to choose between ordinary petrol convenience and a dual-cylinder gas installation within one familiar model family.
Current manufacturer listing; a new-launch date has not been independently verified for this article.
Technical specifications
Petrol and CNG: understand the power difference
Hyundai lists 83 PS for the petrol engine and 69 PS for the CNG engine, both at 6,000 rpm. These are different operating specifications, not interchangeable figures. A driver comparing the two should pay attention to acceleration with passengers and luggage. The AMT option removes the clutch pedal, while a manual retains driver-operated shifts; confirm the available fuel and transmission pairing before selecting a trim.
Compact body and the dual-cylinder layout
At 3,815 mm long and 1,680 mm wide, the Nios has a smaller footprint than many family SUVs. That makes its dimensions relevant to narrow parking spaces, although visibility and steering effort still need a personal test drive. Hy-CNG Duo uses two company-installed cylinders. The quoted 60-litre gas capacity is water-equivalent cylinder volume, not a promise that every refill will contain 60 litres of usable automotive fuel.
What changes when you choose VIBE
The advertised VIBE equipment centres on a black interior with red detailing, black 15-inch alloy wheels and a dashcam. Those details should not be assumed for an Era or Magna merely because the brochure opens with the VIBE photographs. The broader range includes an advertised touchscreen with smartphone connectivity. Compare the signed equipment list against the exact trim, especially when a dealer includes accessories in the final quotation.
Choose the fuel around your route
For the Nios CNG, first locate dependable filling stations along the journeys you actually make. A cheaper fuel rate is useful only when the extra distance and waiting time remain manageable. Compare your annual distance with the additional purchase cost using a written quote, and keep petrol backup use in the calculation. The 83 PS petrol and 69 PS CNG figures are a reason to test both with passengers rather than treating their driving response as identical.
Hatchback loading and family fit
A large rear hatch makes loading access different from an Aura sedan even though the two models share related engine choices. Put your regular shopping bags or travel cases into the actual CNG display vehicle: cylinder packaging can matter more than the appearance of an empty boot. With the front seats set for their usual occupants, check rear legroom, entry and the position of the seatbelts. This practical fit check is more useful than assuming a five-seat label promises equal comfort for all adults.
Price range and the final quotation
The displayed model-index range is a dated ex-showroom reference without a city-specific trim allocation. It should not be presented as the on-road cost of an Asta AMT or a Sportz CNG. Ask the dealer to identify the exact fuel, transmission, equipment grade and manufacturing period on the quotation. Separate registration, insurance and optional add-ons, then compare competing offers on matching terms. No verified state-by-state final price is currently available in this article.
Features and equipment
- Hy-CNG Duo dual-cylinder installation
- 20.25 cm touchscreen advertised; trim dependent
- VIBE black cabin with red accents and dashcam
Strengths and points to check
Strengths
- Compact exterior dimensions
- Factory dual-cylinder CNG option
Considerations
- CNG has lower quoted power than petrol
- VIBE equipment is not universal across trims
Editorial interpretation of published specifications, not a hands-on road test.
Variants, price and state-wise quotation
Ex-showroom reference; India model index; city not specified · Price source
| Variant / configuration | Price context |
|---|---|
| Era | — Individual trim quote not verified; confirm the engine and gearbox with Hyundai. · ↗ |
| Magna | — Individual trim quote not verified; confirm the engine and gearbox with Hyundai. · ↗ |
| Corporate | — Individual trim quote not verified; confirm the engine and gearbox with Hyundai. · ↗ |
| Sportz | — Individual trim quote not verified; confirm the engine and gearbox with Hyundai. · ↗ |
| Sportz VIBE | — Individual trim quote not verified; confirm the engine and gearbox with Hyundai. · ↗ |
| Sportz (O) | — Individual trim quote not verified; confirm the engine and gearbox with Hyundai. · ↗ |
| Sportz (O) VIBE | — Individual trim quote not verified; confirm the engine and gearbox with Hyundai. · ↗ |
| Asta | — Individual trim quote not verified; confirm the engine and gearbox with Hyundai. · ↗ |
State-wise ex-showroom and on-road quotes are not verified for this model. The amount can depend on city, variant, insurance and registration. Select your state in the calculator and enter an itemised local quotation; no automatic tax rate or subsidy is assumed.
Sources and editorial notes
- Hyundai Grand i10 Nios product details ↗
- Hyundai Grand i10 Nios powertrain details ↗
- Hyundai India model and price index ↗
Specifications are manufacturer claims and may differ by trim. Published information can change; confirm the exact vehicle before making a decision.
Information still to verify
- Verified variant-by-variant prices and city on-road quotes
- Licensed model-specific photographs
- Full trim-level equipment and tyre matrix