CNG SUV: Amidst the rising prices of petrol and diesel, CNG cars are becoming a good option for economical travel. Especially for SUV buying customers who want powerful looks, better features and low fuel consumption, CNG models can prove to be useful for them. Companies like Tata, Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai offer CNG SUVs in the Indian market. Let us know about 5 such CNG SUVs of the country, which claim mileage of more than 26 km/kg.
1. Tata Punch CNG
Tata Punch CNG has a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder Revotron naturally aspirated engine. In CNG mode, this engine generates power of 72 horsepower and torque of 103 Nm. It has 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT transmission options. Its claimed mileage is 26.99 km/kg.
Talking about the features, city and eco driving modes are available in it. For safety, features like ABS along with EBD, electronic stability control and brake assist have been provided. It also has 6 airbags. Tata Punch has received a 5-star safety rating from India NCAP.
Price: Rs 6.85 lakh to Rs 10.77 lakh (ex-showroom).
2. Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG
Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG has a 1.5-litre K-series, 4-cylinder engine. In CNG mode it generates power of 86.63 horsepower and torque of 121.5 Nm. It features a 6-speed manual gearbox and front-wheel drive.
The claimed mileage of Brezza CNG is 26.9 km/kg. For safety, it has been provided with a total of 6 airbags including driver and front passenger airbags, side airbags and curtain airbags.
Price: Rs 9.40 lakh to Rs 13.61 lakh (ex-showroom).
3. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNG
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNG gets a 1.5-litre K-series engine. In CNG mode, this engine generates power of 87 horsepower and torque of 121.5 Nm. It has a 5-speed manual gearbox and front-wheel drive. Its claimed mileage is 26.6 km/kg.
Features include 17-inch alloy wheels, LED projector headlamps, automatic climate control, cruise control, touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also has AC vents for the rear seats.
Price: Rs 13.04 lakh to Rs 14.85 lakh (ex-showroom).
4. Hyundai Exeter CNG
Hyundai Exeter CNG has a 1.2-litre Kappa petrol engine, which generates 68 horsepower power and 95.2 Nm torque on CNG. It has a 5-speed manual gearbox. According to the company’s claim, its mileage is 27.1 km/kg.
For safety, it has features like 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, traction control, hill-hold control and rear parking sensor. Apart from this, it has digital instrument cluster, manual AC and steering-mounted controls.
Price: Rs 6.99 lakh to Rs 10.13 lakh (ex-showroom).
5. Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNG
The highest claimed mileage in this list is of Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNG. It has a 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder engine, which generates 76.43 horsepower power and 98.5 Nm torque in CNG mode. It has a 5-speed manual gearbox and front-wheel drive.
The claimed mileage of Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNG is 28.51 km/kg. It has features like ABS with EBD, electronic stability control and hill-hold assist. Its Delta CNG variant also has a 7-inch touchscreen with smartphone connectivity.
Price: Rs 7.94 lakh to Rs 8.59 lakh (ex-showroom).
Which CNG SUV is the most economical?
As per the given mileage figures, Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNG is at the first position in the list with 28.51 km/kg. Whereas, Hyundai Exeter CNG gives a claimed mileage of 27.1 km/kg, Tata Punch CNG 26.99 km/kg, Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG 26.9 km/kg and Grand Vitara CNG 26.6 km/kg.
Note that these are the mileage figures stated by the company. Actual mileage may vary depending on road conditions, traffic, driving style and vehicle maintenance. Before purchasing, please confirm the price, transmission and available features of the concerned variant with the dealer.