Best CNG Cars With Big Boot Space

Best CNG Cars With Big Boot Space

These cars in our list offer great mileage and can store decent amount of stuff thanks to cleverly placed CNG tanks

By Salil Kumar

Published March 17, 2026

Best CNG Cars With Big Boot Space

Table of Contents

  • Tata Nexon CNG
  • Tata Punch CNG
  • Hyundai Exter CNG
  • Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNG
  • Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG
  • Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNG

So for most people, buying a CNG car automatically means less boot space, especially if you plan on weekend trips or long drives. But big SUVs, especially ones from Tata and Maruti have smartly placed cylinders that give you an appreciable amount of space along with great mileage. 

CNG is gaining popularity, and plenty of carmakers are considering equipping their bestsellers with CNG units.

The Victoris was the first Maruti with underbody tanks and remains a top choice for those seeking the best mileage and maximum luggage space. Please note only Tata provides official boot space figures for its CNG cars, while the rest of the numbers are sourced from reputed sites

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Car NameCheapest CNG Variant NameEx-Showroom Price (₹ Lakh)Boot Space (Litres)
Tata Nexon CNGSmart CNG8.23321
Tata Punch CNGSmart CNG6.70210
Hyundai Exter CNGEX Dual CNG6.95391
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNGDelta CNG13.00373
Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNGVXI CNG8.03382
Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNGSigma CNG7.79308
Nissan Magnite CNGVisia CNG6.34336
Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNGS CNG13.38273
Maruti Suzuki Victoris CNGLXI CNG11.50320-373 (underbody tank optimized)
Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNGLxi CNG9.17~328 (practical, minor reduction with single tank)

Tata Nexon CNG

The Tata Nexon CNG stands out as India's first turbocharged CNG SUV, with its 1.2-litre engine delivering 99 bhp and 170 Nm torque in gas mode for lively, lag-free performance in city and highway driving. Real-world efficiency often hits 15-20 km/kg, keeping running costs low while the twin-cylinder setup smartly retains 321 litres of boot space.

High ground clearance (208 mm) tackles rough roads well, and it packs modern features like a large touchscreen, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, connected tech, and a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating with multiple airbags. 

Tata Punch CNG

The Tata Punch CNG is a rugged micro-SUV perfect for urban use, powered by a 1.2-litre Revotron engine giving 72 bhp and 103 Nm on CNG for smooth, peppy drives. Real-world mileage reaches 20-25 km/kg with easy fuel switching and a decent tank capacity. 

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The twin-cylinder tech keeps boot space practical at 210 litres, while 193 mm ground clearance handles potholes and bad roads confidently. It includes a 10.24-inch touchscreen with wireless connectivity, voice assistants, and a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating featuring airbags and tyre pressure monitoring. 

Hyundai Exter CNG

The Hyundai Exter CNG is a versatile micro-SUV with a 1.2-litre Kappa engine producing 68 bhp and 95.2 Nm on gas, offering adequate performance for city traffic and light highways. Real-world efficiency is strong at 19-27 km/kg via dual-tank setup for longer ranges. 

It leads with around 391 litres boot space thanks to smart dual-cylinder placement, plus 185 mm ground clearance for uneven surfaces. Features include an 8-inch touchscreen with voice commands, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, and safety like 6 airbags, ESP, hill hold, and traction control.

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNG

The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNG offers refined mid-size SUV space with a 1.5-litre K15C engine delivering 87 bhp and 121.5 Nm on gas for smooth, capable performance across conditions. Real-world mileage is praised at 24-25 km/kg, economical with petrol backup.

 Boot space is ample at 373 litres (practical with CNG kit), complemented by features like a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, Alexa, Suzuki Connect, 6 airbags, and good ride quality. 

Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG

The Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG is a dependable sedan with a 1.2-litre Z12E engine offering 69 bhp and 101.8 Nm on gas for effortless city and stable highway driving. ARAI-rated 33.73 km/kg (real-world ~25 km/kg) makes it ultra-economical for high-mileage users.

 Boot space at 382 litres handles luggage well, with 163 mm ground clearance for bumps. It features a 7-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, Alexa, navigation, wireless charger, and 5-star Bharat NCAP safety including 6 airbags, ESP, and rear camera. It's a practical, efficient family sedan combining space, modern tech, and reliability.

Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNG

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx CNG is a stylish crossover with a 1.2-litre K-Series engine tuned for CNG, providing peppy city performance and smooth highways around 76 bhp. Efficiency often reaches 26-28 km/kg real-world with idle start-stop and dual-fuel optimization.

Usable boot space at ~308 litres via smart placement, plus good ground clearance for light rough roads. It includes a large touchscreen with wireless connectivity, hill hold, multiple airbags, and ESP. A trendy, economical pick for young buyers or small families wanting crossover appeal, low costs, and practicality.

Nissan Magnite CNG

The Nissan Magnite CNG is an affordable sub-4m SUV with a 1.0-litre engine giving ~71 bhp in CNG mode for decent urban and highway punch. Real-world efficiency around 20+ km/kg with dual-fuel flexibility. Boot space holds strong at 336 litres, practical for daily use, while high ground clearance suits bad roads. 

Features include an 8-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, keyless entry (higher trims), airbags, and ABS. 

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG

The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG delivers premium mid-size SUV refinement with a 1.5-litre engine producing 87 bhp and 121.5 Nm on gas for smooth power in varied driving. Excellent efficiency at 26-27 km/kg ARAI/real-world, with petrol backup for range. 

Boot space ~273 litres (tank placement trade-off), but spacious cabin with legroom, large touchscreen, wireless charging, ventilated seats, and advanced safety like multiple airbags and cameras. 

Maruti Suzuki Victoris CNG

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris CNG uses a 1.5-litre K15C engine for ~87 bhp and 121.5 Nm on gas, ensuring smooth, lag-free drives in city/highway. ARAI ~27.02 km/kg (real-world 24-27 km/kg) for top efficiency and low costs with petrol backup.  You can read our first drive review here.

Innovative underbody-mounted CNG tank preserves generous boot space (~320-373 litres, close to petrol), plus high ground clearance and solid ride. 

Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG

The Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG is a popular compact SUV with a 1.5-litre K15C engine delivering around 87 bhp and 121.5 Nm in gas mode for smooth, reliable performance in daily city and highway use. It offers strong efficiency with ARAI-rated up to 25.51 km/kg (real-world often 22-25 km/kg), making it economical with a petrol backup tank for flexibility. 

Features include projector headlights, electrically adjustable ORVMs, dual airbags in base, and higher variants add touchscreen, auto AC, cruise control, and more. A facelift is underway with underbody CNG tanks for even more boot space 

Image source- Maruti, Tata, Hyundai

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