ARAI mileage tested in lab conditions. Real-world is 20-30% lower due to: traffic, AC use, driving style, road conditions, vehicle age, payload. Expect 70-80% of claimed mileage.
How to improve mileage?+
Tips: 1) Maintain tire pressure, 2) Service regularly, 3) Avoid sudden acceleration/braking, 4) Use AC moderately, 5) Drive 60-80 kmph (optimal), 6) Reduce weight, 7) Plan routes to avoid traffic.
Petrol vs diesel mileage?+
Diesel typically 25-30% better mileage than petrol due to higher energy density. But diesel cars cost more upfront. Break-even: 15,000-20,000 km/year usage justifies diesel.
CNG vs petrol cost?+
CNG is cheaper per km than petrol/diesel by 40-60%. Mileage: ~20-25 km per kg of CNG. Higher upfront cost (Rs 50,000-1 lakh extra). Pays back in 2-3 years for high usage.
Electric vs fuel cost?+
EV: ~Rs 1-2 per km (electricity). Petrol: Rs 6-9 per km. Diesel: Rs 5-7 per km. EV saves 70-80% on running costs. Higher upfront cost recovered in 4-6 years.
Tracking mileage app?+
Apps: Fuelio, Mileage IQ, Drivvo, MyCar. Track every fuel fill, get monthly reports, identify when service needed. Many show vehicle health, expense tracking, maintenance reminders.