If you are planning to buy a new car and prefer CNG or an electric vehicle EV instead of petrol or diesel, you may wonder which options is better. Many buyers face this confusion and look for the most profitable choice. EVs are called the future of mobility because they are eco-friendly and have very low running costs. However, in countries like India, charging infrastructure is still developing, which can be a challenge. On the other hand, CNG cars are affordable, easy to use, and CNG pumps are widely available across the country, making them a practical option.
Which option to buy?
Now Talking about electric cars, customer interest in EVs has increased significantly over the past few years, and they are now commonly seen on the roads. At present, good electric cars with decent range are available in the price range of Rs.12 lakh to Rs.25 lakh. The biggest advantage of electric cars is their very low running cost. they can run at less than Rs.2-3 per kilometer, making them highly economical. However, cars with longer range usually cost more. if you drive around 100 kilometers daily and have proper home charging facilities and electric car can be a better choice.
Before buying a new car, it is very important to decide the budget and daily driving needs. If you choose a CNG car instead of petrol or diesel, you can find goof CNG hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs and even MPvs within a budget of Rs.8-15 lakh. The running cost of a CNG car is around RS.3-4 per kilometer, which makes it quite affordable. If you drive about 50-80 kilometers daily, a CNG car can be a practical and cost-effective option. Unlike EVs, there is no charging hassle, and CNG pumps are widely available making refueling easy and convenient.
Electric cars also come with several challenges. First, they are generally more expensive than CNG cars. Since EVs run on batteries, they need regular charging, charging at home with a normal charger can take several hours, while using a fast DC charger cost more. At present, EV Charging infrastructures is still not well developed in many areas, which makes some buyers worry about the range anxiety and avoid the purchasing electric cars. However, CNG Cars also have limitations. their CNG tanks are smaller compares to petrol and diesel fuel tanks, so drivers may need to refuel more frequently.
