25 Best Mileage Cars in India
Manufacturers are constantly striving for better fuel efficiency ratings trying to be at the top of the pile. With every new launch, Maruti has been constantly pushing the envelope. In 2015, they upped the ante with the Celerio Diesel and the Ciaz SHVS. Meanwhile, Tata launched the Tiago with a mileage that makes it among the Best Mileage Cars In India. There is a huge difference between ARAI-certified mileage and actual mileage but these figures still give a fair idea. In the following paragraphs, we have listed the Best Mileage Cars In India. And this list also provides price details of all the models we’ve mentioned here. Here’s our list of Best Mileage Cars In India with Price, Specs, Images and more.
1. Maruti Ciaz Diesel SHVS- 28.09 kmpl
Maruti’s mid-size sedan offering, the Ciaz sits at the top of the Best Mileage Cars in India list. It is the most fuel-efficient sedan on sale in India. The Ciaz Diesel has an ARAI certified mileage of 28.09 kmpl. These figures are better than the Honda City. No surprise, then, that the Ciaz has even outsold the City. The Ciaz has been a really successful model for Maruti Suzuki.
13. Maruti Swift Diesel– 25.2 kmpl
One of the most popular hatchbacks in India over the past few years has been the Maruti Swift. Powering the Celerio are frugal petrol and diesel engines, with the latter returning a claimed mileage of 25.2 kpl. The success of the Swift can be attributed to various other reasons such as good looks, low maintenance costs, and a competitive price tag.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3850 x 1695 x 1530 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1060 kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 15” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 205 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.3 L Multijet Diesel |
| Power | 74 BHP |
| Torque | 190 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 25.2 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 6.00 – 7.47 lakh |
14. Renault Kwid– 25.17 kmpl
Powering the Kwid is a 799 cc Petrol engine. The Kwid returns a claimed mileage of 25.17 kpl. The engine churns out 53 BHP of max. power and 72 Nm of peak torque. The Renault Kwid rivals the likes of the Maruti Alto 800, Hyundai Eon and the Datsun Redi-GO.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3679 x 1579 x 1478 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 669 kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 13” Steel Rims |
| Boot Space | 300 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 799 cc Petrol |
| Power | 53 BHP |
| Torque | 72 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 25.17 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 2.65 – 3.80 lakh |
15. Datsun Redi-GO – 25.17 kmpl
Sharing the 14th spot on the list of Best Mileage Cars In India is the Datsun Redi-GO. The redi-GO shares more than just 13th place with the Kwid. It is based on the same platform. Powering it is also the same engine. Hence, it has the same mileage. Manufacturing is also at the same facility. However, the design approach is totally different. And the Redi-GO boasts a tall boy design with high ground clearance and easy ingress and egress for the passengers.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3429 x 1560 x 1541 mm |
| Kerb Weight | -NA- |
| Wheel Type and Size | 13” Steel Rims |
| Boot Space | 222 L |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 0.8 L Three Cylinder Petrol |
| Power | 54 PS |
| Torque | 72 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 25.17 kpl (claimed) |
| Air Conditioner Type | Manual |
| Price | Rs. 2.42 – 3.57 lakh |
16. Hyundai Verna Diesel – 24.8 KMPL
At number 15 on our list of the best mileage cars in India is the Hyundai Verna. The 1.4 L Diesel and the 1.6 L Diesel both boast a claimed overall fuel efficiency of 24.8 KMPL. The current generation Verna has been around for quite some time now. The 2017 model has gone on sale in China and should come to us next year.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 4375 x 1700 x 1475 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1171 kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 16” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 465 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.4 L Diesel/1.6 L Diesel |
| Power | 89 BHP/126 BHP |
| Torque | 220 Nm/260 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 6-speed manual/6-speed manual |
| Mileage | 24.8 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 9.21 – 13.16 lakh |
17. Maruti Alto 800 – 24.72 KMPL
India’s highest selling car, the Alto 800, has an ARAI mileage of 24.72 KMPL. This makes the Alto 800 only a shade less frugal than the Kwid/Redi-Go. The CNG version has a claimed mileage of 33.44 km/kg.
| Engine | 796cc, 3-cylinder |
| Max. Power | 47.65 PS @ 6,000 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 69 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 142 KMPH |
| 0-100 KMPH | 16 Seconds |
| Mileage | City – 19 KMPL; Highway – 22 KMPL |
| Dimensions | 3395 mm x 1490 mm x 1475 mm (LBH); Wheelbase – 2360 mm |
| Price | Rs. 2.47-3.32 lakh |
18. Maruti Ertiga Diesel – 24.52 KMPL
Maruti’s only MPV in India comes in at number 18 on our list of the best mileage cars in India. It comes with a 1.3 L Diesel that benefits from mild hybrid tech. It also enables Maruti to take advantage of the FAME scheme helping in the reduction ofErtiga diesel’s prices.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 4265 x 1695 x 1685 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1235 kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 15” Alloys |
| Boot Space | -NA- |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.3 L Multijet Diesel |
| Power | 89 BHP |
| Torque | 200 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 24.52 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 7.17 – 8.75 lakh |
19. Hyundai Xcent Diesel – 24.4 KMPL
Hyundai Grand i10’s sedan sibling, according to ARAI figures, is slightly more fuel efficient. Although it weighs more and has the same diesel engine, Hyundai claims it will return 24.4 KMPL overall. It also happens to be one of the better compact sedans on sale in India right now. We expect the Xcent to receive a facelift next year.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3995 x 1660 x 1520 mm |
| Kerb Weight | -NA- |
| Wheel Type and Size | 15” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 407 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.1 L CRDi Diesel |
| Power | 71 BHP |
| Torque | 180 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 24.4 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 6.28 – 8.06 lakh |
=19. Hyundai Grand i10 Diesel – 24 KMPL
At an ARAI certified fuel efficiency rating of 24.4 KMPL, the Hyundai Grand i10 shares spot number 19 with its sedan sibling on our list of the best mileage cars in India. One of the most popular offerings in its segment, the Grand i10 is based on the Euro-spec i10. Great looks, a good quality cabin and frugal engines are some of its key selling points.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3765 x 1660 x 1520 mm |
| Kerb Weight | -NA- |
| Wheel Type and Size | 14” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 256 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.2 L CRDi Diesel |
| Power | 74 BHP |
| Torque | 190 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 24.4 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 5.78 – 6.99 lakh |
21. Maruti Vitara Brezza – 24.30 KMPL
Another Maruti on this list is the Vitara Brezza. With an ARAI-claimed mileage of 24.30 KMPL, the Vitara is among the most fuel efficient Diesel cars in India. It shares the engine with the Maruti Ciaz but now misses out on SHVS. Still, the Brezza is among the highest mileage cars in India. 
| Dimensions (Lenght x Width x Height) | 3995 x 1790 x 1640 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1195 kg |
| Wheel Type and Size | 16 inch alloys |
| Boot Space | 328 L |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.3 L DDiS 200 Diesel |
| Power | 89 bhp |
| Torque | 200 Nm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 24.3 kpl |
| Price | Rs. 7.26-9.70 Lakhs |
22. Honda Mobilio – 24.2 KMPL
Almost all Honda products that employ the 1.5 L iDTEC diesel feature on our list of the best mileage cars in India. The Mobilio MPV occupies the twentieth spot. However, Honda has been struggling to find buyers for the Mobilio. This mainly due to customer focus shifting towards SUVs and crossovers. Its own sibling, the BR-V could be one of the major reasons behind the Mobilio’s sales slump.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 4386 x 1683 x 1603 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1246 kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 15” Alloys |
| Boot Space | -NA- |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.5 L iDTEC Diesel |
| Power | 99 BHP |
| Torque | 200 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 24.2 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 8.89 – 12.55 lakh |
23. Maruti Alto K10 – 24.07 KMPL
Only a shade less fuel efficient than the 800cc model, the Alto K10 offers a mileage of 24.07 KMPL. It also offers a lot more power and torque. The Alto K10 has all the qualities of the 800cc sibling, along with a more powerful engine. 
| Engine | 999cc, 3-cylinder |
| Max. Power | 69 BHP |
| Peak Torque | 90 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual/AMT |
| Top Speed | 155 KMPH |
| 0-100 KMPH | 14 Seconds |
| Mileage | City – 18.5 KMPL; Highway – 22 KMPL |
| Dimensions | 3395 mm x 1490 mm x 1475 mm (LBH); Wheelbase – 2360 mm |
| Price | Rs. 3.27-41.2 lakh |
24. Renault Kwid AMT – 24.04 KMPL
An ARAI certified fuel efficiency of 24.04 KMPL places the Renault Kwid AMT above its manual counterpart on our list of the best mileage cars in India. Kwid AMT comes with the 1.0 L SCe petrol and features an unconventional rotary gear selector dial. It is priced at Rs. 4.32 lakh.
| Length x Width x Height | 3679 x 1579 x 1478 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 669 kg |
| Wheel Type and Size | 13” Steel Rims |
| Boot Space | 300 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.0 L SCe Petrol |
| Power | 67 bhp |
| Torque | 91 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 24.04 kpl |
| Air Conditioner Type | Manual |
| Power Windows | Yes (2) |
| Central Locking | Yes |
| Steering Audio Controls | No |
| Audio System | Yes (Touchscreen) |
| Airbags | Yes (1) |
| ABS | No |
25. Maruti S-Cross – 23.65 KMPL
The 1.3 L variants of the Maruti S-Cross, according to official figures, return 23.65 KMPL overall. Although in comparison to other Maruti products, the S-Cross doesn’t clock very strong sales numbers, it is still one of the best Maruti Suzuki products on sale in India. By the end of 2017, the S-Cross will receive a major facelift.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 4300 x 1765 x 1590 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1195 kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 16” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 353 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.3 L Multijet Diesel |
| Power | 89 BHP |
| Torque | 200 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 23.65 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 8.07 – 10.64 lakh |
26. Tata Tiago Petrol – 23.84 KMPL
Both diesel and petrol variants of the Tata Tiago feature in our list of the best mileage cars in India. The petrol variant that draws power from a 1.2 L engine return 23.84 KMPL overall according to official figures. Tiago has been doing really well for Tata Motors since its launch and for good reason as it offers great value for money. There is an AMT variant of the Tiago in the pipeline as well.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3746 x 1647 x 1535 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1080 Kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 14” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 242 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.05 L Revotorq Diesel |
| Power | 69 BHP |
| Torque | 140 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 27.28 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | INR 3.95 – 5.54 lacs |
| Dimensions (LWB) | 4490 x 1730 x 1485 mm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Kerb Weight | 1130 Kgs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wheel Type and Size | 16” Alloys | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Boot Space | 510 litres | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.3 L DDiS200 with Mild Hybrid Tech | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power | 89 BHP | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 200 Nm | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mileage | 28.09 kpl (claimed) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Price | Rs. 7.73 – 9.57 lakh2. Maruti Baleno Diesel– 27.39 kmpl
In second place on our list of the best mileage cars in India is another Maruti. The Baleno shares its engine with the Swift/Dzire. However, it returns a higher mileage of 27.39 kpl. This is thanks to a lower kerb weight. The car is marketed as a premium hatchback and is sold through the new Nexa sales channel. It was been very well received by the Indian car buying lot as evident from its strongly monthly sales and a waiting period of around 6 months.
3. Honda Jazz Diesel– 27.3 kmpl
Honda has left no stone unturned for the Jazz’s second stint in India. This time around the Jazz is cheaper than before and comes with a diesel engine option as well. This diesel motor, shared with the Amaze, Mobilio and City, returns an ARAI certified mileage of 27.3 kmpl. Which makes it the third most fuel efficient car India, behind the Maruti Ciaz and Maruti Celerio diesel DDiS 125. The Jazz is a direct rival to Hyundai’s Elite i20, but, although it boasts higher mileage figures, it hasn’t been able to match the i20’s popularity. The 1.5 litre iDTEC diesel motor powering the new model Honda Jazz is good for 100PS power and 200Nm torque, but it is let down by high NVH levels.
Also See – Honda Jazz Review
4. Tata Tiago Diesel– 27.28 kmpl
Tata’s latest hatchback, the Tiago, and it’s 1.05 L diesel mill return a claimed mileage of 27.28 kmpl. Launched at a starting price of just INR 3.2 lacs, the Tiago competes with the likes of the Celerio, Beat, Brio, etc. Although the Celerio Diesel is marginally more fuel efficient, but it also sports a smaller 800 cc engine that is less powerful than the Tiago’s 1.05 L unit. Tata is betting big on the Tiago as it hopes this new hatchback can help it claw back some of the market share they have lost over the years and being one of the Best mileage cars in India should definitely help.
Also See – Tata Tiago Review
5. Maruti Ignis Diesel – 26.8 kmpl
At number 5 on our list of the best mileage cars in India is the Maruti Ignis. The Ignis is a premium compact hatchback Maruti claims. It is powered by the same 1.3 L diesel that powers other Maruti products. Prices start at Rs. 6.39 lakh for the diesel variant.
Also See – Maruti Ignis Test Drive Review
6. Maruti Swift Dzire Diesel– 26.59 kmpl
The Swift Dzire facelift comes with improved mileage of 26.59 kmpl. This is more than the pre-facelift version’s 23.4 kmpl. A few tweaks to the ECU enables Maruti to pull this off making the Dzire more fuel efficient than its major competitor, Honda Amaze. The car is already the highest selling compact sedan in India, something that it will continue to be thanks to the improved mileage. Maruti now offers a 5-speed AMT unit with the Dzire, which they claim is as fuel efficient as the Manual variants.
7. New Toyota Prius – 26.27 kmpl
At almost Rs. 40 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), the Toyota Prius is the most expensive car on our list of the best mileage cars in India. Thanks to a hybrid powertrain, the Prius returns 26.27 KMPL overall according to ARAI test figures. The 1.8 L petrol + 53 kW Electric Motor setup has a combined output of 122 PS.
Also See – Toyota Prius First Drive
8. Ford Figo/Aspire Diesel– 25.83 kmpl
Ford launched the Figo twins in 2015. Both these cars are easily one of the best in their respective segments. Powering the Diesel variants is the brilliant 1.5 L TDCi engine that churns out 99 BHP and 215 Nm that delivers not just good performance, but great mileage as well. The hatchback and sedan siblings boast of an ARAI rated mileage of 25.83 kpl.
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| Dimensions (LWB) | 3990 x 1680 x 1505 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1065 Kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 14” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 400 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.5 L i-DTEC Diesel |
| Power | 99 BHP |
| Torque | 200 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 25.8 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 6.66 – 8.44 lakh |
Also See – Honda Amaze Facelift Review
10. Honda City Diesel– 25.6 kmpl
There are various reason for the popularity of the Honda City, one of the major ones being the very healthy mileage it returns. However, with the launch of the updated 2017 model, it has slipped down to the tenth spot on our list of the best mileage cars in India. Also, its arch rival, the Maruti Ciaz, is more fuel efficient and cheaper. In fact, the top end diesel Ciaz is cheaper than the top end City diesel by almost 4 lakhs!
| Dimensions (LWB) | 4440 x 1695 x 1495 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1165 Kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 16” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 510 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.5 L i-DTEC Diesel |
| Power | 99 BHP |
| Torque | 200 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 6-speed manual |
| Mileage | 25.6 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 10.76-13.57 lakh |
Also See – Maruti Ciaz vs Honda City
11. Chevrolet Beat Diesel– 25.44 kmpl
The Beat Diesel was the most fuel efficient car in the country when launched. However, it has now been relegated to eleventh place in the list of Best mileage cars in India. It is powered by a 1.0 L Diesel engine that is good for 57 BHP and 150 Nm. The Beat looks very striking and offers good levels of performance.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3640 x 1595 x 1520 mm |
| Kerb Weight | -NA- |
| Wheel Type and Size | 14” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 170 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 936 cc Diesel |
| Power | 57 BHP |
| Torque | 150 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 25.44 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 4.95 – 6.35 lakh |
12. Mahindra KUV100 Diesel– 25.32 kmpl
Mahindra KUV100 has an overall fuel mileage of 25.32 kpl. This makes it one of the Best Mileage cars in India. The KUV100 is tasked with fighting hatchbacks such as the Swift, Grand i10 etc. The KUV100 is a rather unconventional take on large hatchbacks. The SUV-inspired exterior gives it a very distinct look. The flexible 3+3 seating layout adds a touch of practicality to the cabin.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3675 x 1715 x 1665 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1135 kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 14” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 243 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.2 L mFalcon D75 Diesel |
| Power | 77 BHP |
| Torque | 190 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 25.32 kpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 5.54 – 7.16 lakh |
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