I am planning to buy a CNG car with a budget of around ₹10 lakh. My preference is for a 4-cylinder engine. My first choice is the Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG, but the VXI variant costs around ₹11.8 lakh, which is slightly above my budget. I am not considering the LXI variant as it is too basic.
I also have two concerns:
I am open to buying a diesel car, but since I live in Delhi, I am worried about the 10-year diesel ban and possible future restrictions.
With the government promoting ethanol blending (up to 20-30%), I am concerned about its impact on mileage and long-term engine performance.
Considering these factors, could you please suggest the best option for me within my budget?

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Autocar India team · Accepted Answer

Pick the Maruti Fronx Delta CNG, it fits your Rs. 10 lakh budget, gives you the smooth 4‑cylinder you want, and it is the closest to the Maruti Suzuki Brezza feel without paying Brezza VXi money. The 1.2 CNG is quieter and smoother than most 3‑cylinder CNG cars, and the Delta trim has the basics you need, so it won’t feel as bare as a Brezza LXi. Maruti’s service network in NCR is widespread, which keeps ownership simple.

Be aware of two things. With CNG, pick-up is calm, especially with four or five people and the AC on, so plan overtakes. The CNG tank also eats into the boot, so luggage space is limited.

If these are deal breakers for you, then consider the Tata Nexon iCNG in Smart+ trim. It uses twin-tanks so you get a 321-litre usable boot and gets all the basic features you need. It has a 3-cylinder engine instead of the 4-cylinder you prefer, but it is turbocharged, which means you get a lot more performance.

On the test drive, load three adults, switch on the AC, and climb a flyover to see if performance is adequate.

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