My daily commute is around 250 km (round trip) between Greater Noida and Gurgaon, so I am looking for a cost-effective car with minimal running costs. I currently own a Maruti XL6 CNG, which has already completed 1 lakh kilometres. Please suggest the best suitable car, considering I plan to sell my existing vehicle.

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If you can install a charger at home, then go for the Tata Nexon EV 45kWh with your 250km daily Greater Noida to Gurgaon run, it is the calmest, lowest-cost way to cover this distance on a single charge.

In our real-world testing, the 45kWh Nexon managed 350km (combined city and highway) on one charge, which is enough for your commute with some buffer. It feels smooth and quiet, pulls cleanly for quick lane changes, and the higher seating position and light steering make long hours less tiring.

One thing to be aware of: at very high speeds, the range will drop faster, so stick to a steady 80–90kph to comfortably finish the day without a top-up. If you want to stick with CNG and need three rows, then consider the Kia Carens Premium (O), which can be had with a dealer-fitted CNG kit.

Do a test drive of the Nexon on part of your actual route to see the range you get at your usual speed.

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