CNG Cars In India

About CNG Cars 

With fuel prices hitting the roof, alternative options like CNG cars (compressed natural gas) are becoming a viable option for daily commute. Unlike most other petroleum-based fuels, the price of CNG has not appreciated as drastically over time. Most modern CNG vehicles are equipped with sequential injection systems that are easy to maintain and provide a respectable mileage. While driving on CNG, you will hardly see a difference between running CNG and other fuel systems like petrol. Additionally, the fuel is also better for the environment as it emits lesser toxic gases into the air in comparison to other fuels. In this article, we’ll take a look at the best CNG cars in India and their features. 

Best CNG Cars List in India 

Buying a new car can be a confusing decision, especially if you don’t know too much about company fitted CNG cars. To make things easier for our readers, we have compiled a list of the best new and upcoming CNG cars in India that can be considered as an option when planning to buy a car. 

1. Maruti Suzuki Celerio 

 

The Celerio is a mini-hatchback that introduced the concept of AMT to the Indian car-buying public. Before the Celerio was launched, an AMT gearbox was only available on very premium cars. Nonetheless, the gearbox was just one of many factors that helped the sensible Celerio click and go on to become one of India’s best-selling cars. The Maruti hatchback is available in petrol-manual, petrol-AMT and CNG-manual forms. Powering the Celerio is three-cylinder petrol which is a renowned motor from the Maruti stable. 

 

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2. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

 

Ertiga is one of the most popular car models in India and provides a ton of features at a consumer-friendly price. Produced and manufactured by Maruti Suzuki, Ertiga is a large MUV (Multi Utility Vehicle) that can seat a total of 7 people. With a starting price of ₹7.81 lakh, Ertiga is considered one of the best CNG cars in India and a top choice for families. 

 

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3. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R

 

The Wagon R is a surprisingly spacious hatchback. The car can easily fit a family of 5 including boot space that will pack ample luggage for a week-long holiday. The biggest eye-catching feature of the car is the “tall boy” looks which are dictated by practicality more than anything else. The high roof means ingress-egress is very convenient and there’s loads of room in the cabin too. The new Wagon-R gets two petrol engines to choose from: a 1 litre 68hp motor and a 1.2 litre 83 hp motor. 

 

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4. Maruti Suzuki Alto

 

The evergreen Maruti Suzuki Alto 800 received a major revision with perhaps the biggest upgrade involving the dropping of the ‘800’ tag from its name. In addition to the exterior and interior updates, the refreshed Maruti Alto is now compliant with India’s latest safety standards. Its 796cc engine has also been made BS-VI emission norms-ready, ensuring the Alto will remain on sale for a good few more years to come. The diminutive Alto is available in petrol and CNG versions but there's no automatic gearbox option. This car is among the most affordable passenger automobiles on sale in India. Along with great value for money, buyers get Maruti’s peace-of-mind ownership experience for years to come.

 

Image: Maruti Suzuki website

 

5. Hyundai Aura

 

The Aura is a compact sedan from the Korean manufacturer Hyundai. The Aura quite effectively replaces its earlier sibling, the Xcent. Buyers looking at the Aura will be pleasantly surprised with a large number of powertrains on offer - all of which are BS6 compliant. There’s an 83hp, 1.2-litre petrol engine that it carries forward from the Nios. Then there is the 69hp CNG variant. For diesel lovers, the 75hp, 1.2 diesel powertrain has been used extensively and is known for its reliability. Lastly, the Aura borrows the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine from the Venue, but it makes 100hp instead of 120hp.

 

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6. Hyundai Santro

 

The new Santro might share the name with the earlier model, but that is all that it has in common. The new car features all new internal and external design aesthetics along with a more conventional silhouette. Hyundai has successfully managed to make the cabin feel upmarket with plenty of room in the back. Rear passengers will also be delighted by the large rear windows, which make the car feel bigger. The car is available in both manual and automatic transmission setups. 

 

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7. Maruti Eeco

 

The Maruti Suzuki Eeco is a utility vehicle that is great at transporting people and cargo both at the same time. The car fits well as a basic mode of transportation for short rides that don't require too much comfort. The Eco is adept at carrying large commercial goods which makes it ideal as a commercial vehicle. The Eeco is available in petrol and CNG versions and can be had in five- and seven-seat configurations. 2019's update has added mandatory safety essentials such as a driver airbag and ABS.

 

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8. Maruti S Presso

 

Maruti Suzuki has labelled the S-Presso as a mini SUV, but for all intents and purposes, the car is best thought of as a tall budget hatchback. The S-Presso is available with a 1.0-litre petrol engine and can be had with a 5-speed manual and AMT automatic gearbox options. This car is one of the best CNG mileage cars. The key highlight of the car is the ample room on offer. The car can seat 5 people with ease and has a boot capacity of 240-litres.

 

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9. Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS

 

The Grand i10 NIOS is a hatchback from the Korean manufacturer Hyundai. This car, like its predecessor, combines great value and stylistic function with ease. The Grand i10 can be had in petrol, diesel and CNG options. If you are primarily looking to drive in the city, the petrol variant is the one to go with. Although, the car is comfortable on long road trips and manages to ease through the kilometres in silence. 

 

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10. Hyundai Xcent Prime

 

One of the most popular cars in India, Hyundai Xcent has been reintroduced in the market with CNG capabilities and upgraded technicals. As one economical car on the list, the Hyundai Xcent Prime is a good choice if you are looking to buy a new car. The price of Hyundai Xcent Prime starts at ₹6.40 lakh and comes in two variants.

 

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11. Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire Tour

 

Another Maruti Suzuki car on the list, the Swift Dzire has been highly popular in India over the years. The CNG version of the car, Swift Dzire Tour starts at an economical price of ₹5.76 lakh and the top model goes up to a price of ₹6.40 lakh. The Swift Dzire comes in 4 variants. 

 

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Insurance for CNG Cars

Getting your CNG car insured is the same and just as important as getting insurance for any other car. Here are some important points you should remember about insurance for CNG cars:

• Keep in mind, if you get a CNG kit fitted on an existing vehicle, i.e., it’s not part of the standard company fitment, you will need permission from the RTO before you can get the car insured.

• When deciding on CNG car prices and which car suits your needs the best, make sure to go over specifications like engine capacity and number of seats. You can also choose from a number of different variants in the CNG category.

• It is also important to go over warranty terms for the best CNG car under 6 lakh. Certain manufacturers are known to provide up to 4 years of warranty at the time of vehicle purchase. This will save you considerable hassles later in life.

• Once you have found your dream car, make sure to give your car the much-needed protection of good car insurance. In the event of an accident or natural calamity, your car will be protected.

To Conclude

If you are on the market for motor insurance for your CNG car, consider Bajaj Markets. This platform presents some of the most ideal insurance plans that cover own damage protection, third party protection and comprehensive plans. The comprehensive car insurance policy not only covers damages that occur to your car during an accident but also the repairs and costs incurred to third-party property.