From The Economic Times · Sharmistha Mukherjee and Shally Mohile · · 1m 20s
Carmakers Add Electric and CNG Options to Meet Indian Buyers
Indian carmakers introduce electric, CNG and hybrid models as buyers shift from petrol and diesel.
In brief
Indian carmakers introduce electric, CNG and hybrid models as buyers shift from petrol and diesel. Indian carmakers are expanding powertrain options to electric, CNG and hybrid vehicles to match shifting buyer preferences. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
Powertrain Shift in Indian Market
Car manufacturers are expanding powertrain offerings by introducing electric, CNG, hybrid, and petrol options.
Petrol Sales Drop in India
Petrol-powered cars accounted for 41% of overall car sales last month, down from 47% in September 2025.
CNG and Electric Growth
The combined share of CNG, hybrid and electric vehicles rose to 41% from 35% in the same period.
Renault's Market Strategy
Renault Group India CEO Stephane Deblaise said expanding market coverage now depends as much on offering the right engines as introducing new models.
“If I look at the market coverage in India, it is as much a question of engines as a question of cars”
Renault's Market Coverage Goal
Renault aims to cover 80% of the market over the next couple of years with a wider range of vehicles and powertrains.
Mumbai CNG Market Share
In Mumbai, CNG accounts for about 40% of sales, so carmakers must offer CNG to reach this segment.
Stellantis India's Plan
Stellantis India plans seven all-new models and five major upgrades with the first launch scheduled for Q2 2027.
The bottom line
Indian carmakers are expanding powertrain options to electric, CNG and hybrid vehicles to match shifting buyer preferences.
