As small diesel engines disappear from the market, CNG is emerging as the go-to fuel option for budget-conscious car buyers. While CNG vehicles cost more than their petrol counterparts, they offer significant savings in running costs, making them an attractive option for city driving. Maruti Suzuki leads the CNG segment in India, but other brands like Tata, Hyundai, and Toyota are also making their mark.
Here’s a look at the top 10 most fuel-efficient CNG cars in India for 2024, ranked from least to most fuel-efficient, offering cleaner and cheaper alternatives to petrol and diesel.
10. Tata Punch CNG – 26.99 km/kg
- Price: ₹7.23 lakh – ₹9.90 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder, 73.5 hp, 103 Nm
- Mileage: 26.99 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Tata’s Punch CNG comes with seven variants. While it doesn’t offer an automatic option, it provides robust performance and practicality with decent efficiency.
9. Hyundai Exter CNG – 27.1 km/kg
- Price: ₹8.50 lakh – ₹9.38 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder, 69 hp, 95.2 Nm
- Mileage: 27.1 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Available in two trims (S and SX), the Exter CNG features a dual-cylinder setup, increasing boot space and offering excellent city-driving capabilities.
8. Maruti Fronx / Toyota Taisor CNG – 28.51 km/kg
- Price: Maruti Fronx: ₹8.46 lakh – ₹9.32 lakh, Toyota Taisor: ₹8.71 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder, 77.5 hp, 98.5 Nm
- Mileage: 28.51 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Both cars share the same powertrain, delivering efficient performance. While the Fronx offers more variants, the Taisor is available in a single trim.
7. Maruti Baleno / Toyota Glanza CNG – 30.61 km/kg
- Price: Maruti Baleno: ₹8.40 lakh – ₹9.33 lakh, Toyota Glanza: ₹8.65 lakh – ₹9.68 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder, 77.4 hp, 98.5 Nm
- Mileage: 30.61 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- These premium hatchbacks offer a blend of style, comfort, and top-tier fuel efficiency.
6. Maruti Dzire CNG – 31.12 km/kg
- Price: ₹8.23 lakh – ₹8.91 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder, 77 hp, 98.5 Nm
- Mileage: 31.12 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- A perfect city car, the Dzire CNG offers space, comfort, and excellent mileage, with an upcoming new-generation version expected after Diwali.
5. Maruti S-Presso CNG – 32.73 km/kg
- Price: ₹5.92 lakh – ₹6.12 lakh
- Engine: 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, 57 hp, 82 Nm
- Mileage: 32.73 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Compact and affordable, the S-Presso CNG is ideal for budget-conscious buyers, offering impressive mileage in a small footprint.
4. Maruti Swift CNG – 32.85 km/kg
- Price: ₹8.20 lakh – ₹8.90 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder, 69.75 hp, 101.8 Nm
- Mileage: 32.85 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- The Swift CNG retains the sporty design of its petrol counterpart, combined with excellent fuel efficiency.
3. Maruti Wagon R CNG – 33.47 km/kg
- Price: ₹6.45 lakh – ₹6.89 lakh
- Engine: 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, 57 hp, 82.1 Nm
- Mileage: 33.47 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- One of the most popular choices for CNG buyers, the Wagon R continues to impress with its practicality and stellar fuel efficiency.
2. Maruti Alto K10 CNG – 33.85 km/kg
- Price: ₹5.74 lakh – ₹5.96 lakh
- Engine: 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, 57 hp, 82 Nm
- Mileage: 33.85 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- The Alto K10 CNG is a reliable, budget-friendly option, boasting one of the best mileage figures in its class.
1. Maruti Celerio CNG – 34.43 km/kg
- Price: ₹6.74 lakh
- Engine: 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, 57 hp, 82 Nm
- Mileage: 34.43 km/kg
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- Leading the pack is the Maruti Celerio CNG, currently the most fuel-efficient CNG car in India, offering a top-notch balance of performance, mileage, and affordability.
These CNG cars provide the perfect blend of fuel savings and lower emissions, making them an attractive option for city driving in India.
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