If you are looking for the highest mileage car in india (2026), the answer depends on fuel type — because CNG, hybrid, diesel, and petrol all have different leaders .
Here's a clear breakdown of the top mileage cars in india right now
1. Highest Mileage car Overall (India 2026)
Maruti Suzuki Celerio CNG
- ⛽ Mileage: ~35.6 km/kg (ARAI)
- ️ Real-world: ~28-32 km/kg
- Fuel type: CNG
- Best for: Low running cost city driving
This is currently the highest mileage mass-market car in India.
2. Highest Mileage petrol Car
Maruti Suzuki Celerio (Petrol)
- ⛽ Mileage: 26.6 kmpl (ARAI)
- ️ Real-world: ~21-24 kmpl
- Fuel type: Petrol
- Best for: Budget daily use
One of the most fuel-efficient petrol cars in India.
⚡ 3. Highest Mileage Hybrid Car
Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder / maruti Grand Vitara Hybrid
- ⛽ Mileage: ~27.9 kmpl (ARAI)
- ️ Real-world: ~22-25 kmpl
- Fuel type: Strong hybrid petrol-electric
- Best for: Highway + city mix
This is the best mileage SUV segment option.
️ 4. Highest Mileage diesel Car
Tata Altroz Diesel
- ⛽ Mileage: ~25.1 kmpl (ARAI)
- ️ Real-world: ~20-23 kmpl
- Fuel type: Diesel
- Best for: Highway-heavy driving
Quick Comparison Table
Category
Highest Mileage Car
Mileage
Overall
Maruti Celerio CNG
~35.6 km/kg
⛽ Petrol
Maruti Celerio
~26.6 kmpl
⚡ Hybrid
Grand Vitara / Hyryder
~27.9 kmpl
️ Diesel
Tata Altroz
~25.1 kmpl
Final Answer (Simple)
Best mileage car in india (2026):
✔️ Maruti Suzuki Celerio CNG
If you want petrol:
✔️ Maruti Celerio
If you want SUV + mileage:
✔️ Toyota Hyryder / Grand Vitara Hybrid
Important Tip
- CNG = cheapest running cost
- Hybrid = best balance of power + mileage
- Diesel = best for long highway travel
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Source: India Herald - Kokila Chokkanathan

