Given the increasing popularity of CNG vehicles in India, Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) has emphasized expanding its CNG options. The company says that sales of CNG vehicles are increasing steadily in both urban and rural markets.
Hyundai currently offers CNG variants in three models – Grand i10 NIOS, Aura, and Exter. The share of CNG models in the company’s domestic sales reached 11.4% in FY 2024, up from 9.1% in FY 2022. This figure increased to 12.8% between April and October 2024, while total domestic sales during this period stood at 3.54 lakh units.
Benefit from the expansion of CNG station network
Tarun Garg, Chief Operating Officer (COO), of Hyundai Motors India Limited, said that the number of CNG stations in the country has crossed 7,000 and the target is to take it to 17,500 by 2030.
He said, “This extensive of network will further definitely boost the total demand for the CNG vehicles, giving the customers the best benefit of the more affordable and the eco-friendly fuel choice.”
Hyundai introduces CNG Duo technology
Hyundai has launched the Hy-CNG Duo system keeping in mind the needs of the customers. It comes with dual-cylinder technology, which not only provides better fuel efficiency but also solves the problem of lack of boot space. It has been included in Grand i10 NIOS and EXTER.
Tarun Garg also said that, “The aim of the CNG Duo is mostly to provide more of the mileage, the boot space, and the safety to the all customers. With this, we have recorded the highest ever penetration of 14.9% in CNG models in October 2024.”
Hyundai’s CNG Duo system comes with an advanced integrated ECU, which allows easy switching between petrol and CNG. The three-year warranty with the company-fitted CNG system further enhances customer confidence.
October sales figures
Hyundai sold 8,261 CNG vehicles in October 2024. During this period, the share of CNG in Grand i10 NIOS was 17.4%, Exter 39.7%, and Aura 90.6%. The popularity of the CNG vehicles has been increased rapidly in both rural and the urban areas. The share of CNG in the urban market increased from 8.8% in FY 2022 to 10.7% in FY 2024, while in rural areas it increased from 7.1% to 12%.