7 Best CNG Hatchbacks Under ₹10 Lakh in India

A CNG hatchback under ₹10 lakh is one of the easiest ways to cut your running costs without stepping up in body style or price bracket. But the options span a wider range than the price tag suggests, from entry-level hatchbacks with a basic CNG kit to premium hatchbacks that now offer CNG paired with an automatic gearbox.

In this article, we'll walk through how we shortlisted these cars, then compare seven CNG hatchbacks under ₹10 lakh on price, mileage, boot space, transmission and warranty.

How we shortlisted these cars

Not every CNG hatchback on sale in India made the cut. Here's what a car had to meet to appear on this list:

• Segment fit: Hatchback body style only, excluding sub-4m SUVs, sedans, or MPVs, even where a CNG variant of those exists under ₹10 lakh.
• Price: The cheapest available CNG variant of each car had to be priced under ₹10 lakh ex-showroom, even if higher CNG trims cross that mark.
• CNG availability: Both factory-fitted and dealer-fitted retrofit options were considered.

Best CNG hatchbacks under ₹10 lakh in India

Model	CNG type	CNG price (ex-showroom)	CNG engine	CNG mileage	Boot space (CNG)	Transmission (CNG)
Maruti Baleno	Factory-fitted	₹8.35 lakh	77.5 PS, 98.5 Nm	30.61 km/kg (pre-facelift)	318L (petrol; CNG-specific figure not published)	5-speed MT only
Renault Kwid	Retrofit	₹5.24 lakh	Not disclosed	Not disclosed	279L (petrol; CNG-specific figure not published)	5-speed MT only
Tata Tiago	Factory-fitted	₹5.79 lakh	75.5 hp, 96.5 Nm	26.49 km/kg MT, 28.06 km/kg AMT (prior generation)	242L (reported, prior generation)	5-speed MT, AMT
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios	Factory-fitted	₹7.16 lakh	69 hp, 95 Nm	27 km/kg	260L (petrol; reduced by CNG tank, exact figure not published)	5-speed MT only
Citroen C3	Retrofit	₹7.16 lakh	Not disclosed	28.1 km/kg (claimed)	315L (petrol; Citroen states the kit does not reduce this)	5-speed MT only
Tata Altroz	Factory-fitted	₹7.30 lakh	73.5 PS, 103 Nm	26.2 km/kg	210L	5-speed MT, AMT
Toyota Glanza	Factory-fitted	₹8.81 lakh	77.5 PS, 98.5 Nm	30.61 km/kg (pre-facelift)	318L (petrol; CNG-specific figure not published)	5-speed MT only
All prices are the entry-level CNG variant, ex-showroom. Higher CNG trims on several of these models cross ₹10 lakh. Baleno and Glanza prices reflect the last officially confirmed CNG pricing; both models recently received or are expected to receive a facelift, and updated CNG pricing has not yet been announced by either manufacturer.

1. Maruti Baleno

Official image: Maruti Suzuki NEXA.

• Pricing: ₹8.35 lakh
• Fitting: Factory-fitted CNG

The Baleno went through a September 2026 facelift that brought a new engine, Level 2 ADAS, and ventilated front seats to the petrol range, though Maruti has not yet announced CNG pricing or specifications for the updated model. It's sold through Maruti's NEXA network, the brand's premium retail channel, and remains the best-selling car in the premium hatchback segment by a wide margin.

Features

• 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (this is the Delta trim, the actual CNG entry point; the 9-inch screen and heads-up display are Alpha-trim exclusives, not available on this variant)

• Electrically foldable ORVMs and steering-mounted audio controls

• Automatic climate control and a multi-function steering wheel

• ESP with hill-hold assist

• Dual front airbags (driver and passenger); 6 airbags are a Zeta-trim-and-above feature, not standard on this variant

• Engine: 77.5 PS, 98.5 Nm. These figures are from the pre-facelift CNG powertrain; Maruti has not yet published CNG-mode specifications for the 2026 facelift.

• Mileage: 30.61 km/kg. This figure is from the pre-facelift CNG powertrain; Maruti has not yet published a mileage claim for the 2026 facelift's CNG variant.

• Boot space: 318 litres on petrol. A CNG-specific figure has not been published; note that some sources incorrectly cite the CNG tank's 55-litre water-equivalent capacity as a boot space figure, which it is not.

• Transmission: 5-speed manual only.

• Warranty: 3 years/100,000 km standard, extendable up to 6 years/160,000 km through Maruti's extended warranty programmes.

2. Renault Kwid

Official image: Renault India.

• Pricing: ₹5.24 lakh
• Fitting: Retrofit CNG

The Kwid is the cheapest CNG hatchback on this list by a clear margin. Renault is rolling out its retrofit CNG programme state by state rather than nationwide, so availability may vary depending on where you're buying.

Features

• 8-inch touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth, USB and phone controls

• Digital instrument cluster

• 184mm ground clearance, among the highest in this segment

• LED daytime running lights and an integrated roof spoiler

• Dual airbags (driver and passenger) with ABS and EBD as standard

• Engine: Renault has not disclosed CNG-mode power or torque figures.

• Mileage: Not officially disclosed.

• Boot space: 279 litres on petrol. Renault has not published a CNG-specific figure.

• Transmission: 5-speed manual only; not available on AMT variants.

• Warranty: Vehicle warranty from Renault; the CNG kit carries a separate 3-year/100,000 km warranty, whichever comes first.

3. Tata Tiago

Official image: Tata Motors.

• Pricing: ₹5.79 lakh
• Fitting: Factory-fitted CNG

The Tiago was refreshed in May 2026 with a stronger safety package, including a reinforced roll cage. Tata publicly demonstrated a dual crash test on the CNG variant specifically to show the structural strength of its twin-cylinder setup. It's also one of only two cars on this list where CNG is available with an automatic transmission.

Features

• 6 airbags and ABS with EBD standard, even on the base Smart CNG trim

• Reinforced roll cage and increased use of high-strength materials (2026 refresh)

• LED tail-lamps (headlamps are halogen on the base Smart trim; no touchscreen or power windows at this trim either)

• Direct CNG-mode start, without needing to start on petrol first

• Engine: 75.5 hp at 6,000 rpm, 96.5 Nm at 3,500 rpm.

• Mileage: 26.49 km/kg on manual, 28.06 km/kg on AMT. These figures are from the prior-generation Tiago CNG; Tata has not yet published updated figures for the May 2026 refresh.

• Boot space: 242 litres reported for the prior-generation Tiago CNG; a figure for the 2026 refresh has not been published.

• Transmission: 5-speed manual and AMT.

• Warranty: 3 years/100,000 km, whichever comes first.

4. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Official image: Hyundai Motor India.

• Pricing: ₹7.16 lakh
• Fitting: Factory-fitted CNG

The Grand i10 Nios has built its CNG lineup out over time rather than launching it all at once, now spanning three trims up to the range-topping Asta. That's a wider CNG trim spread than most rivals on this list offer.

Features

• Wireless charging, cruise control and automatic climate control on higher trims

• Projector headlamps with LED DRLs

• Rear AC vents, depending on trim

• ESC and TPMS, depending on variant

• 6 airbags standard

• 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on higher trims

• Mileage: 27 km/kg.

• Boot space: 260 litres on petrol. This is reduced by the CNG tank, though Hyundai has not published an exact CNG-specific figure.

• Transmission: 5-speed manual only.

• Warranty: 3 years/unlimited km standard.

5. Citroen C3

Official image: Citroen India.

• Pricing: ₹7.16 lakh
• Fitting: Retrofit CNG

The C3's retrofit programme goes further than a typical dealer-fitted kit. Citroen retunes the suspension (springs, shock absorbers, and anti-roll bar) to account for the added weight of the CNG tank, and the system is designed to leave the spare wheel and boot space untouched, unlike most retrofit setups.

Features

• Suspension retuned specifically for the added CNG tank weight

• CNG kit engineered and validated by Citroen in partnership with Lovato, rather than a generic aftermarket-only installation

• CNG filler nozzle integrated into the petrol filler port

• Engine: Citroen has not disclosed CNG-mode power or torque figures.

• Mileage: 28.1 km/kg, claimed by Citroen based on internal testing.

• Boot space: Reported as unaffected by the CNG kit; exact litre figure not confirmed.

• Transmission: 5-speed manual only.

• Warranty: Vehicle warranty from Citroen; the CNG kit carries a separate 3-year/100,000 km warranty.

6. Tata Altroz

Official image: Tata Motors.

• Pricing: ₹7.30 lakh
• Fitting: Factory-fitted CNG

The Altroz was the first premium hatchback in India to offer CNG paired with an automatic transmission when Tata launched the iCNG AMT in May 2026, a combination none of its direct rivals offer at this price point.

Features

• Sunroof available on select higher CNG trims, uncommon among factory-fitted CNG hatchbacks; the base XE CNG trim has a basic 4-inch digital instrument cluster

• 10.25-inch touchscreen and a 360-degree camera on higher trims

• Dual-cylinder CNG tank positioned beneath the boot floor

• 5-star Bharat NCAP rating carried over from the standard Altroz

• Engine: 73.5 PS, 103 Nm.

• Mileage: 26.2 km/kg.

• Boot space: 210 litres.

• Transmission: 5-speed manual and AMT (AMT available up to the Accomplished S trim; not offered on the base Smart CNG variant).

• Warranty: 3 years/100,000 km, whichever comes first.

7. Toyota Glanza

Official image: Toyota Kirloskar Motor.

• Pricing: ₹8.81 lakh
• Fitting: Factory-fitted CNG

The Glanza is Toyota's only hatchback on sale in India, and its CNG option runs on a shared platform and powertrain with a sibling model sold under a different badge. The choice here largely comes down to Toyota's dealer network and service experience.

Features

• 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (this is the S trim, the actual CNG entry point; the 9-inch screen, LED headlamps and alloy wheels are G/V-trim exclusives, not available here)

• Steering-mounted audio controls

• Automatic climate control and keyless entry

• Dual front airbags (driver and passenger); 6 airbags, push-button start and heads-up display are G/V-trim features, not standard on this variant

• Engine: 77.5 PS, 98.5 Nm. These figures reflect the pre-facelift CNG powertrain; Toyota has not yet announced updated CNG specifications following the Glanza's expected facelift.

• Mileage: 30.61 km/kg. This figure is from the pre-facelift CNG powertrain, shared with the Baleno's; Toyota has not yet published updated figures.

• Boot space: 318 litres on petrol, shared with the Baleno's platform. A CNG-specific figure has not been published.

• Transmission: 5-speed manual only.

• Warranty: 3 years/100,000 km standard, extendable up to 5 years/220,000 km through Toyota's extended warranty programme.

Conclusion

CNG hatchbacks under ₹10 lakh now range from bare-bones retrofit kits on entry-level cars to a factory-fitted CNG and automatic transmission combination on a premium hatchback, something that wasn't available in this segment until earlier this year.

Factory-fitted options carry a single manufacturer warranty across the whole car, while retrofit options split that coverage between the vehicle and the kit maker. Match the choice to what matters most: outright price, a wider CNG trim spread, or a factory-backed system with automatic transmission.

FAQs

Is CNG worth it in a hatchback?

If your daily running is high, CNG's lower running cost compared to petrol usually pays off the price premium over time. The trade-off is typically reduced boot space and, on most of these cars, no automatic transmission option.

Which CNG hatchback under ₹10 lakh offers an automatic transmission?

The Tata Tiago and Tata Altroz are the only two on this list that offer CNG with an automatic (AMT) option. The rest are manual-only on CNG.

What's the difference between factory-fitted and retrofit CNG?

Factory-fitted CNG is built and warrantied by the carmaker as part of the vehicle. Retrofit CNG is a kit added after the car is built, typically by the dealership, with its own separate warranty from the kit manufacturer.

Why don't the Baleno and Glanza have confirmed CNG prices?

Both cars recently went through, or are expected to go through, a facelift. Maruti and Toyota have confirmed petrol pricing for their respective updates but have not yet announced CNG variant pricing.