Petrol, CNG, Diesel or EV? The Real Cost of Choosing Your Next Car (2026)
Petrol, CNG, Diesel or EV? The Real Cost of Choosing Your Next Car A Six-Year Tata Nexon Ownership Cost Comparison Choosing a car today involves more than comparing showroom prices. Petrol, CNG, diesel and electric vehicles have different running costs, maintenance requirements, insurance premiums, resale prospects and everyday driving experiences. A six-year ownership period is useful to examine because vehicles age, components wear and maintenance needs may increase over time. Actual costs depend on how the car is driven, maintained and insured. This article compares four Tata Nexon powertrain options over six years, using a consistent driving distance and clearly stated assumptions. The aim is to consider purchase price, fuel or electricity, maintenance, insurance, resale and the opportunity cost of upfront money. Purchase Prices Used The following Delhi on-road prices are used for this illustrative comparison. Confirm the exact variant and current written quotati...