Though electric vehicles are gradually making their place in the mobility sector of India, the lack of proper infrastructure and the high cost of electric cars are still causing people to find alternatives. So, to cope with the soaring prices of petrol and diesel, CNG-powered vehicles are witnessing an upsurge in the market. Major automobile manufacturers including Maruti, Tata, and Hyundai are offering low-budget CNG cars to meet the demand of Indian consumers while Maruti leading the way.
CNG cars not only provide a low-cost commute but also are less harmful to the environment compared to petrol-diesel vehicles. If you planning to bring home a brand new car this year, it is wise to invest in CNG vehicles for a better solution in a long run. We have here curated a list of the 10 best CNG cars retailing in India in order from lowest to highest ex-showroom prices. Let’s explore.
Top 10 CNG Cars in India in 2022
1. Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 CNG
The Maruti Alto CNG is the cheapest CNG car on the list that arrives with an elegantly designed grille, sharp headlights, dual-tone interior, sharp bumper, and touchscreen infotainment system. The Alto S-CNG is powered by a 0.8-litre engine delivering peak power of 41PS and a torque of 60Nm. It is claimed to offer a mileage of 31.59km/kg. The ex-showroom of Alto CNG in Delhi is Rs 4.76 lakhs onwards.
2. Maruti Suzuki S-Presso CNG
The mini SUV Maruti S-Presso offers the CNG variant packing a 998cc 1.0L K10B petrol engine producing 78Nm of torque and 43.4kW of power. It offers fuel efficiency of 31.2 km/kg. It sports a bold front design inspired by SUV, twin-chamber headlamps, C-shaped tail lamps, and a square-shaped wheel arch. The S-Presso features a uniquely designed infotainment and speedometer cluster in the centre of the dashboard. It has dual airbags, a rear parking assist sensor, and ABS with EBD. It retails from Rs 5.11 lakhs onward.
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3. Hyundai Santro CNG
Hyundai Santro is a compact hatchback car with dynamic Z-shaped character lines, swept-back headlamps with fog lamps, chrome garnished front grille, and offers keyless entry. It has a dual-tone black-beige interior car and a touchscreen AV system. It is driven by a 1.1L Epsilon petrol engine offering both manual and AMT transmission with a mileage of 30.48 km/kg. The Magna CNG variant costs Rs 6.09 Lakh and the Sportz model sells at Rs 6.38 Lakh in Delhi.
4. Tata Tiago iCNG
Tata Tiago features chrome garnished front grilles, projector headlamps with LED DRLs and fog lamp, chrome garnished tailgate, and diamond-cut alloy wheels. It runs on a 1.2L Revotron BS6 engine generating 73.4PS power and 95Nm peak torque in the CNG mode. The fuel efficiency is claimed to be 26.49km/kg. The ex-showroom price of Tiago iCNG is Rs 6.12 Lakhs in Delhi.
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5. Maruti Suzuki WagonR CNG
Currently, the CNG version of the Maruti WagonR is one of the most popular cars in the category and is powered by a 1.0L K10C petrol engine with an output of 41.7kW and maximum torque of 82.1Nm. It comes with an upgraded design language including dual-split front lights, electrically retractable ORVMs, alloy wheels, a spacious cabin, and steering mounted controls. The ex-showroom price of WagonR CNG is Rs 6.34 Lakhs.
6. Maruti Suzuki Celerio VXI CNG
Maruti Celerio CNG The Celerio CNG is a compact and stylish hatchback powered by the K-series CNG engine which generates 41.7kW of power and 82.1Nm of torque. The mileage of Celerio CNG is 35.60km/kg. It is equipped with an engine push start-stop button and offers first-in-segment hill hold assist in the category. It retails at Rs 6.58 Lakhs in Delhi.
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7. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios CNG
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios CNG takes forward the name of the iconic i10 hatchback. It is powered by a 1.2 Kappa dual VTVT petrol Bi-fuel engine and delivers a power of 73.6kW and a maximum torque of 172Nm. It features uniquely placed boomerang-shaped LED DRLs on the two sides of the front grilles. It is integrated with bold and sporty black roof rails. Its ex-showroom price in Delhi is Rs 7.07 lakhs.
8. Tata Tigor iCNG
The CNG model of Tata Tigor follows the performance traits including engine, power, and mileage similar to the Tata Tiago CNG. But being a sedan car, it has a different design and cosmetic behaviour. It sports chrome finish front grilles, LED DRLs, a rear defogger, and a digital instrument cluster. The ex-showroom price of Tata Tigor iCNG in Delhi is Rs 7.72 lakh to Rs 8.44 lakh.
9. Hyundai Aura CNG
Hyundai Aura is the only sedan model from the brand which offers a CNG variant. It is powered by a 1197cc petrol-CNG engine with 5-speed manual transmission. It sports a radiator grille with a 3D mesh pattern on the front, swept-back projector headlights, diamond-cut alloy wheels, chrome garnished door bars, and Z-shaped LED taillights. The sole variant of Aura CNG costs Rs 7.78 lakh (ex-showroom) in Delhi.
10. Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG
The last CNG-powered car on this list is the popular Maruti Suzuki Dzire which has a claimed mileage of 31.12 km/kg. The company has recently brought the Dzire CNG model into the market retailing at Rs 8.23 lakh and Rs 8.91 lakh for its two variants. It is offered in the iconic style statement including single-aperture front grilles, alloy wheels, LED front lights, chrome accent fog lamp, auto-foldable ORVMs, etc. The interior features the champagne-coloured theme on the dashboard and seat upholstery. The rear AC vents, smart infotainment cluster, and steering-mounted control with Cruise mode are other exciting inclusions.
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Here is the list of the top ten best CNG cars in India including both hatchback and sedan models. The list is heavily dominated by Maruti Suzuki which has a rich portfolio in the category. Let’s have a look.
- Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 CNG
- Maruti Suzuki S-Presso CNG
- Hyundai Santro CNG
- Tata Tiago iCNG
- Maruti Suzuki WagonR CNG
- Maruti Suzuki Celerio VXI CNG
- Hyundai Grand i10 Nios CNG
- Tata Tigor iCNG
- Hyundai Aura CNG
- Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG
