New Delhi: Hindustan Motors along with its global partner Mitsubishi Motors, Japan, has introduced two variants of its sedan Lancer pre-fitted with compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel option. This is the first time that a premium car is being offered with factory fitted CNG fuel option. Both the variants Lancer CNX and Lancer CNE will have factory fitted CNG kit.

Powered by the 1.5-litre engine with flat torque characteristics, the engine performs with only marginal lag. The CNG fuel also maximizes the engine life and offers superior driving economy, says the company in a statement.

Both factory fitted CNG variants have CNG kits custom developed for the Lancer based on the international design of BRC Italy. The CNG kit and the cylinder design has been approved by ARAI, Pune.

Out of the two variants, Lancer CNX is targeted at private car owners, this variant is equipped with all features like power window, central locking, electric mirrors, separate AC ducts for rear seat passengers, power steering, MP3 CD Player and dual tone interiors etc.

The other variant Lancer CNE is targeted at fleet owners and is having power steering, AC with rear ducts and electric mirrors. Both the variants offer comfortable interior environment with relaxing seats with premium comfort even on long drives. The tropicalized air conditioning with rear A/c ducts delivers superior cooling comfort.

Lancer CNX is priced at Rs7.60 lakh and the Lancer CNE at Rs7.40 lakh (bothe prices ex-showroom - all over the country).