Top 5 CNG Mini Trucks in India

Here are our picks from the available options. See which one suits your requirements better.

 In India, the demand for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks or Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) has been increasing rapidly in recent years, owing to their low running costs and environmental benefits. CNG LCVs are not only cost-effective but also emit fewer pollutants, making them an excellent choice for both personal and commercial use. 

If you are planning to buy a light commercial vehicle for personal or commercial use, this listicle will help you make an informed decision. So, let's dive in and look at the top 5 CNG trucks on sale in India.

1) Tata Ace Gold CNG Plus

Tata Motors is one of the leading manufacturers of commercial vehicles in India, and the Tata Ace Gold CNG Plus is one of the best options for customers looking for a reliable and efficient CNG LCV. 

The vehicle has a wheelbase of 2250 mm and the dimensions measure 4075mm x 1500mm x 1840mm. The payload capacity is 605kg, which is the lowest in this list. But Tata says that the loading bay is 8.2 feet long with 16% more loading space, making it suitable for a variety of applications. Its high ground clearance of 160mm makes it perfect for Indian roads. 

The Tata Ace Gold CNG Plus has a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 1630kgs and is powered by a 2-cylinder, 694cc multipoint gas injection engine that delivers a power of 26hp and a torque of 51Nm. 

The vehicle has a gradeability of 28% making it quite capable to take on flyovers and gradients. It comes with three CNG cylinders and a total capacity of 18kgs for a claimed 375km tour range making for a fuel efficiency of 23.6 km/kg.Tata Motors also offers a warranty of 2 years or 72,000km, whichever is earlier, to ensure peace-of-mind ownership

2) Mahindra Jeeto Plus CNG 400 

Mahindra Jeeto Plus CNG 400 is a powerful and efficient CNG LCV that is perfect for small businesses in India. The vehicle comes with a 625cc CNG engine that delivers a power of 20hp and a torque of 44Nm - among the lowest of all the small CNG trucks featured here. At 1485kgs, the Jeeto Plus CNG 400’s GVW is among the lowest compared to other vehicles. However, the 650kg payload is slightly higher than its Tata and Mahindra counterpart. The Jeeto Plus CNG’s dimensions are compact at 3876 x 1498 x 1750mm. The long loading bay, which is 2257mm in length, makes it suitable for transporting goods of various sizes. 

The Mahindra Jeeto Plus CNG 400 comes with two CNG tanks with a total capacity of 68 (40+28) litres. It offers a claimed fuel efficiency of 35km/kg, which is one of the best in its category. The tour range of 400km is also among the highest. The vehicle also comes with a digital instrument cluster, power steering, and comfortable seats for the driver and the co-driver. There’s also a 3 years/72,000km warranty that Mahindra offers on this vehicle.   

3) Maruti Suzuki Super Carry CNG

Maruti Suzuki Super Carry CNG is a popular and reliable CNG LCV in India that is designed for businesses of all sizes. The vehicle has a payload capacity of 625kgs and the GVW is 1600kgs, which is slightly higher than the Tata Ace Gold CNG Plus. The loading bay is 2183mm long which is a bit lower compared to the other vehicles in the list.

The mini truck comes with a Multi-Point Fuel Injection G12B BS-VI 1.2L engine that delivers a power of 64hp and a torque of 85Nm, which is significantly higher than the Tata and Mahindra counterparts. The dimensions stand at 3800mm length, 1562mm width, and 1883mm height. 

The Maruti Suzuki Super Carry CNG has a fuel tank capacity of 70 litres with two CNG tanks of 35 litres capacity each. It also gets an additional 5 litre petrol tank for emergency purposes. Fuel efficiency is a claimed 23.5km/kg. The spacious cabin with a long and adjustable sliding seat feature for the driver allows for comfortable long journeys.

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4) Ashok Leyland Dost CNG

Ashok Leyland Dost CNG is a reliable and efficient CNG LCV that is suitable for a range of applications in India. The vehicle has a payload capacity of 1208 kgs and comes with a 1.5 L, 3 Cylinder CNG (BS-VI) CNG engine that delivers a power of 44 hp and a torque of 105 Nm. The 2,500mm loading bay (similar to the Tata) makes it suitable for carrying large and heavy loads. It comes with a payload capacity of 1208 Kg and GVW of 2545 Kg, which is higher than Tata, Mahindra and Maruti mini trucks.

The Ashok Leyland Dost CNG has a fuel tank capacity of 120 litres with two CNG tanks. It offers a claimed fuel efficiency of 23.3 km/kg, which makes it an ideal option for customers looking for a convenient and cost-effective vehicle. It also gets some enhanced safety features like Front Impact Absorption Bar and Load Sensing Proportioning Valve (LSPV) with Booster Brakes. 

5) Eicher Pro 2049 CNG

Eicher Pro 2049 CNG is a powerful and efficient CNG light and medium-duty truck. It has a GVW of 4.9 tonnes - the highest among all the mini trucks in this list. The truck gets an E483 BS6 Naturally Aspirated, 4 cylinder engine that delivers a power of 95 hp and a torque of 245 Nm. The truck is capable of transporting heavy loads and goods of various sizes.

The Eicher Pro 2049 CNG has a fuel tank capacity of 220 litres - again, the highest in this list. It offers a claimed fuel efficiency of 19.5 km/kg, which is decent in its category. 

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