Best CNG Models

The Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS is a great urban hatchback and comes with plenty of features and gizmos like most cars from the Korean car manufacturer. The CNG version of the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS comes with a 67.72 bhp 1.2-litre engine. Moreover, the Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS also comes with three other engine options. This includes an 81.80 bhp 1.2-litre petrol engine, a 98.69 bhp 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine and a 73.75 bhp 1.2-litre diesel engine. Gearbox options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT gearbox. However, the sole gearbox option in the CNG variant is the 5-speed manual transmission.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is one of the best MPVs for a family in the market. The 7-seater MPV from the Japanese manufacturer offers hatchback-like fuel economy and sedan-like driving comfort. Powering the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine and this engine produces 103. 25 bhp using petrol and 91.18 bhp while using UNG as fuel. Though transmission options include a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 4-speed torque converter automatic gearbox, the CNG version comes with 5-speed manual transmission.

The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is a decent city car with compact dimensions and the hatchback also offers decent performance on the open roads. Though the Maruti Suzuki Celerio revolutionised the small automatic car segment by introducing the AMT gearbox, the CNG version of the Maruti Suzuki Celerio gets the 5-speed manual transmission. The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is powered by a 1.0-litre petrol engine like many other Maruthi Suzuki hatchbacks and this engine produces 58.33 bhp when using CNG and 67.05 bhp while burning petrol.

The Hyundai Santro is an irresistible option if you are looking for a compact and urban-friendly hatchback with a good feature list and peppy performance. Despite being an entry-level hatchback in Hyundai’s product portfolio, the interior of the Hyundai Santro feels stylish and well-built. The Hyundai Santro is powered by a 1.1-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine with 67.98 bhp and 99 Nm of torque. While the CNG variant also uses the same engine, it produces 59 bhp and 85.3 Nm of torque. Gearbox options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT gearbox. However, the sole gearbox option in the CNG variant is the 5-speed manual transmission.

The Maruti Suzuki Alto is a great first car as It offers one of the lowest maintenance costs and great fuel efficiency. With the factory-fitted CNG kit, the Maruti Suzuki Alto offers even better running costs. Despite the fact that Maruti Suzuki Alto is an entry-level hatchback, the Japanese manufacturer has provided safety features such as Dual-airbags, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors and a few more. The Maruti Suzuki Alto is powered by a 796cc naturally-aspirated 3-cylinder petrol engine with 47.33 bhp and 69 Nm of torque. The same engine produces 40.36 bhp and 60 Nm of torque while using CNG.

The Hyundai Aura will make a great choice for those who need a bit more luggage space than a conventional hatchback. Moreover, the sub-4m sedan comes with plenty of features and gizmos. The CNG version of the Hyundai Aura comes with a 67.72 bhp 1.2-litre bi-fuel engine. Other engine options include an 81.80 bhp 1.2-litre petrol engine, a 98.69 bhp 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine and a 73.75 bhp 1.2-litre diesel engine. Gearbox options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT gearbox. However, the sole gearbox option in the CNG variant is the 5-speed manual transmission.

Maruti Suzuki Eeco can seat up to 7 people and the sub-4m MPV makes an even better choice if you also happen to own a small business. Powering the Maruti Suzuki Eeco is a tried-and-tested 1.2-litre petrol engine with 72.41bhp and 98Nm of torque. Using the CNG fuel, this engine produces 61.68 bhp and 98 Nm of torque. The gearbox option includes a 5-speed manual transmission as standard.

The new Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is built on an all-new platform and as a result, the new Maruti Suzuki Wagon R offers even more space than it ever did before. Moreover, the ‘Tall boy’ design allows the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R to offer plenty of headroom even for very tall passengers. Though the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R comes with two engine options, the CNG version of the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R comes equipped with a 1.0-litre petrol engine and this engine produces 67.05 bhp while sipping petrol and 58.33 bhp when using CNG.

The CNG version of the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is a good city car with great fuel economy. Moreover, the added ground clearance is always a boon during the rainy season. Speaking about the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso, it is the Japanese car manufacturer’s answer to the Renault Kwid and it is powered by a 1.0-litre naturally-aspirated engine with 67.05 bhp and 90Nm of torque. However, with the CNG fuel, the engine produces 58.33 bhp and 78 Nm of torque. Though the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is available with an AMT gearbox, the CNG version gets only the 5-speed manual gearbox.