CNG cars have been gaining traction in the Indian passenger vehicle market due to their significantly lower operational costs, the growing availability of CNG refueling stations, and reduced emissions compared to petrol or diesel vehicles. While retrofitting petrol cars with aftermarket CNG kits was once common, manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, and Hyundai now offer factory-fitted CNG kits, enhancing reliability and consumer options.
CNG cars typically offer up to 25% more fuel economy than their petrol counterparts, allowing drivers to travel further on the same amount of fuel. Here’s a quick look at five CNG cars that offer impressive fuel economy above 25 km/kg.
1. Maruti Suzuki Celerio
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is a popular small hatchback in India, available in both petrol-only and petrol-CNG bi-fuel options. The Celerio CNG offers a fuel economy of 34.43 km/kg, making it a highly desirable car for city and highway driving.
2. Maruti Suzuki Alto K10
The Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 carries the legacy of the Alto brand, a cornerstone of the Indian passenger vehicle market. Available in both petrol-only and petrol-CNG bi-fuel options, the Alto K10 delivers a fuel economy of 33.85 km/kg in CNG mode, placing it just behind the Celerio.
3. Maruti Suzuki WagonR
The Maruti Suzuki WagonR, like its siblings Alto K10 and Celerio, is available in both petrol-only and petrol-CNG bi-fuel options. The WagonR, a long-time bestseller, promises a fuel economy of 33.47 km/kg in CNG mode, making it a favorite among private buyers and fleet operators.
4. Tata Tiago CNG
The Tata Tiago CNG, part of Tata Motors’ ICNG range, comes with factory-fitted CNG kits. Available in both petrol-only and petrol-CNG bi-fuel options, the Tiago CNG offers the convenience of manual and AMT gearbox options. It boasts a fuel economy of 26.49 km/kg.
5. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, a small yet upmarket car, continues the legacy of the Hyundai i10. Available in both petrol-only and petrol-CNG bi-fuel powertrain options, the Grand i10 Nios CNG delivers a fuel economy of 28.5 km/kg.
These CNG cars offer a blend of fuel efficiency, reliability, and lower operational costs, making them attractive options for Indian consumers looking to save on fuel expenses while reducing their carbon footprint.
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