Top 15 Best CNG Cars in India February 2024

5. Maruti Baleno

The new Maruti Suzuki Baleno has undergone a delightful transformation due to the company’s careful consideration of customer feedback. The car now offers improved comfort, better driving experience, and several new important features.

Maruti Baleno Price:

Variants	Ex-Showroom price
Baleno Sigma MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.35 kmpl, 88 bhp	Rs. 6.66 Lakh
Baleno Delta MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.35 kmpl, 88 bhp	Rs. 7.50 Lakh
Baleno Delta AGS 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 22.9 kmpl, 88 bhp	Rs. 8.00 Lakh
Baleno Delta MT CNG 1197 cc, CNG, Manual, 30.61 km/kg, 76 bhp	Rs. 8.40 Lakh
Baleno Zeta MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.35 kmpl, 88 bhp	Rs. 8.43 Lakh
Baleno Zeta AGS 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 22.9 kmpl, 88 bhp	Rs. 8.93 Lakh
Baleno Zeta MT CNG 1197 cc, CNG, Manual, 30.61 km/kg, 76 bhp	Rs. 9.33 Lakh
Baleno Alpha MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.35 kmpl, 88 bhp	Rs. 9.38 Lakh
Baleno Alpha AGS 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 22.9 kmpl, 88 bhp	Rs. 9.88 Lakh

Maruti Baleno Specifications:

Mileage	22.35 to 30.61 kmpl
Engine	1197 cc
Fuel Type	Petrol & CNG
Transmission	Manual & Automatic
Seating Capacity	5 Seater

Maruti Baleno Key Features

• Fast charging rear USB ports (A & C type)
• Auto-dimming IRVM
• Footwell lamps
• LED fog lamps
• Suzuki Connect telematics
• 6 airbags
• Cruise control
• LED projector headlamps
• Auto headlamps
• 360-degree camera
• heads-up display
• 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system

Maruti Baleno Pros and Cons

• Slightly plusher ride quality over the outgoing model.
• Refined motor is rev-happy and provides brisk acceleration.
• Spacious cabin where three adults can easily be seated at the rear.
• A large hatchback that offers a wide range of contemporary features.
• Wide framework of dealers, service centres and spares. Good resale value.

• Tall boot enclosure makes loading luggage difficult at times.
• Fair amount of external and road noises are heard within the cabin.
• More power would have made the drive experience more engaging.

6. Maruti Ertiga

The Ertiga has recently been updated with a tweaked engine, new gearbox and additional features that align it with other Maruti models.

However, it still maintains its well-known traits of providing ample space, easy ingress/egress, and comfortable seating arrangements.

Maruti Ertiga Price:

Variants	Ex-Showroom price
Ertiga LXi (O) 1462 cc, Petrol, Manual, 20.51 kmpl, 102 bhp	Rs. 8.69 Lakh
Ertiga VXi (O) 1462 cc, Petrol, Manual, 20.51 kmpl, 102 bhp	Rs. 9.83 Lakh
Ertiga VXi (O) CNG 1462 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.11 km/kg, 87 bhp	Rs. 10.78 Lakh
Ertiga ZXi (O) 1462 cc, Petrol, Manual, 20.51 kmpl, 102 bhp	Rs. 10.93 Lakh
Ertiga VXi AT 1462 cc, Petrol, Automatic (TC), 20.3 kmpl, 102 bhp	Rs. 11.23 Lakh
Ertiga ZXi Plus 1462 cc, Petrol, Manual, 20.51 kmpl, 102 bhp	Rs. 11.63 Lakh
Ertiga ZXi (O) CNG 1462 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.11 km/kg, 87 bhp	Rs. 11.88 Lakh
Ertiga ZXi AT 1462 cc, Petrol, Automatic (TC), 20.3 kmpl, 102 bhp	Rs. 12.33 Lakh
Ertiga ZXi Plus AT 1462 cc, Petrol, Automatic (TC), 20.3 kmpl, 102 bhp	Rs. 13.03 Lakh

Maruti Ertiga Specifications:

Mileage	20.3 to 26.11 kmpl
Engine	1462 cc
Safety	3 Star (Global NCAP)
Fuel Type	Petrol & CNG
Transmission	Manual & Automatic
Seating Capacity	7 Seater

Maruti Ertiga Key Features

• 1.5-litre petrol engine with 103PS and 136Nm of torque
• 1.5-litre CNG engine with 91PS and 121Nm of torque
• 5-speed manual transmission
• 6-speed automatic transmission (optional)
• Projector headlamps with LED DRLs
• 3D Origami style LED tail lamps
• Dynamic Chrome Winged Front Grille
• Chrome door handles
• Body coloured ORVMs
• 15-inch or 16-inch alloy wheels
• 7-seater or 6-seater configuration
• SmartPlay Pro touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Automatic climate control
• Cruise control
• Keyless entry and start
• Sunroof (optional)
• Dual airbags
• ABS with EBD
• Rear parking sensors
• Seat belt reminder
• ISOFIX child seat anchorages

Maruti Ertiga Pros and Cons

• Large and comfortable seats that offer good support.
• Sufficient boot space of 550-litres when third row is folded.
• The light controls, drivability and visibility make it easy to pilot.
• The overall flat ride quality lends it great mile-munching capabilities.
• Being lightweight has positive effects on performance/fuel efficiency. 

• Third-row legroom can be restrictive for tall passengers.
• Is smaller than other MPVs namely the Innova and Marazzo.
• Plastic quality looks inconsistent lower down inside the cabin.