Thinking about saving money on fuel? The Hyundai Exter now comes with a CNG option (called Exter Hy-CNG Duo), and everyone’s wondering how much it actually saves. The official number looks great, but what about when you’re driving around town?
Recently, Autocar India, a car expert, did a special test to see just how fuel-efficient the Exter CNG really is. They didn’t just fill it up and see how far it went. They used a very precise method to get accurate numbers.
How the Fuel Test Was Done (Easy to Understand)
Instead of just filling the gas tanks, they emptied them completely. Then, they put exactly 2 kilograms of CNG in each of the two tanks. They did this for driving in the city and then again for driving on the highway.
They drove the car on specific routes near Navi Mumbai, keeping a steady speed. The whole time, they only used CNG. They made sure the tires had the right amount of air and used the AC and other car features like normal drivers do. They even swapped drivers sometimes to make sure one person’s driving style didn’t skew the results.
The Real Fuel Savings (The Numbers You Care About!)
The test results were really good news if you’re considering the Exter CNG:
- City Driving: In the city, the Exter CNG gave back 22.8 kilometers for every kilogram of CNG.
- Highway Driving: Out on the open road, it did even better, getting 30.3 kilometers per kilogram of CNG.
- Combined Driving: When they mixed city and highway driving, the average was 26.6 kilometers per kilogram of CNG.
These numbers are very close to what Hyundai claims (27.1 km/kg), which means the Exter CNG can really help you save money on fuel in your everyday driving.
Why It Saves Fuel the Way It Does (Simple Explanation)
The test also helped understand why the Exter CNG is so efficient in different situations:
- City Fuel Saving: The way the car’s gears are set up and how smooth the engine is at low speeds means you don’t have to change gears as much in traffic. This helps save fuel.
- Highway Fuel Saving: While the overall and city numbers were great, the highway number was a little lower than expected. This is because the engine works a bit harder (turns faster) when you’re driving at 100 km/h in the highest gear. This can use a little more fuel.
Quick Facts About the Hyundai Exter CNG
The Hyundai Exter Hy-CNG Duo has a 1.2-liter engine with four cylinders. When using CNG, it produces 69 horsepower. It only comes with a five-speed manual gearbox. A cool thing is it has two CNG tanks, which tries to give you good fuel range without taking up too much space in the back for your luggage.
The Exter CNG comes in different versions, and the prices start around ₹7.51 lakh and go up to ₹9.53 lakh (prices in Thane, Maharashtra, as of today). The heavier version weighs about 1093 kg.
The Bottom Line: Is the Exter CNG Fuel-Efficient?
Yes! The real-world test shows that the Hyundai Exter Hy-CNG Duo is a genuinely fuel-saving small SUV. It gets very close to the official fuel efficiency numbers, especially when driving in the city. This makes it a great option if you want to spend less on fuel. While the highway mileage is good, the overall average of 26.6 km/kg proves it’s a smart choice for people who want to save money and be a bit greener. The Exter CNG is practical and saves fuel, making it a strong competitor in its class for those looking for an economical ride.