Four CNG cars touted as low-cost options for Ola and Uber drivers

Ola and Uber services have spread across the country, making it easier for people to travel from one place to another. But daily traffic jams remain a problem, and they are causing a steep fall in earnings in the taxi business. In such conditions, some CNG cars can offer Ola and Uber drivers a good advantage.

CNG is not just a cheaper fuel. It also raises daily savings and profit considerably. For those who want to enter Ola, Uber or the commercial taxi trade and are looking for an economical CNG car with good mileage, these four vehicles have been described as the best options.

The first is the Maruti Suzuki Dzire Tour S, which dominates the commercial taxi trade. It runs on a 1.2-litre Dualjet K-Series petrol-CNG engine and gives a mileage of about 31 to 32 km/kg in CNG mode. Its open cabin, comfortable rear seats, large boot space and easy, inexpensive Maruti servicing across the country make it the number one sedan for Ola and Uber drivers.

Among hatchbacks, there is no better or cheaper car for Ola and Uber drivers than the Maruti WagonR. Its tall design makes it easy for passengers to get in and out, and it has ample headroom. The WagonR CNG with a 1.0-litre engine delivers more than 34 km/kg. Its low price, good mileage and resale value make it popular among taxi drivers.

For those who want to give cab passengers a more premium experience and a comfortable ride, the Hyundai Aura is a good sedan. Its 1.2-litre Kappa petrol-CNG engine is quite refined and the cabin is very quiet. The Aura CNG gives a mileage of about 28 km/kg. Cabin space, rear AC vents and a stylish interior make it suitable for premium or business-class fleets.

The fourth is the Tata Motors Tigor CNG, a strong option for fleet operators who value safety and sturdiness. With a 4-star safety rating, the sedan offers passengers full safety. Thanks to Tata's twin-cylinder technology, even the CNG model gets ample boot space, so passengers have no trouble with luggage. The car gives a mileage of about 26 to 28 km/kg on CNG, and its build quality is very durable for long, heavy use.