Best Mileage Cars in India 2026: Celerio vs Swift vs Dzire
Author : ajay kumar | Published On : 13 Nov 2026
Rising petrol prices have made mileage the first thing buyers check. In 2026, three Maruti Suzuki cars lead this race: the Celerio, the Swift and the Dzire. Here is how each one performs.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is the best pick for a tight budget. The Celerio price starts at ₹4.70 lakh and goes up to ₹6.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Its 998 cc K10C engine makes 68.5 PS, and the claimed Celerio mileage is 24.97 kmpl. Auto Gear Shift (AGS) makes city traffic easy. All variants get 6 airbags, and the boot space is 292 litres. It is available in petrol and CNG, with manual and automatic gearboxes. A smart key with a door request switch and a 32-litre fuel tank add everyday comfort.
Maruti Suzuki Swift
The Maruti Suzuki Swift is a family favourite. The Swift price runs from ₹5.84 lakh to ₹8.89 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Its 1.2-litre Z12E engine makes 81.6 PS. The Swift mileage is 24.8 kmpl for the petrol manual and 25.75 kmpl for the AMT, while the Swift CNG claims 32.85 km/kg. Users report about 21 kmpl in the city and 22 kmpl on the highway with the petrol manual. The AMT does even better in real life, with about 24 kmpl in the city and 26 kmpl on the highway. The CNG version gives around 28 km/kg in the city and 30 km/kg on the highway. Light steering and 163 mm ground clearance make city driving easy. You also get 6 airbags, ESP and ISOFIX mounts. Top variants add cruise control, automatic climate control and a rear camera.
Maruti Suzuki Dzire
If you want a sedan, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire is hard to ignore. The Dzire price ranges from ₹6.31 lakh to ₹9.41 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). It shares the Swift’s 1197 cc engine. The Dzire mileage is 24.79 kmpl for the petrol manual and 25.71 kmpl for the AMT, and the Dzire CNG claims 33.73 km/kg. Real-life figures are strong too: about 22 kmpl in the city and 25 kmpl on the highway with petrol, and 31 to 32 km/kg with CNG. The top variant adds a sunroof, a 9-inch touchscreen and a 360-degree camera. Rear AC vents and automatic climate control keep the cabin comfortable on family trips. The Dzire also has a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and a 382-litre boot.
Which Car Should You Buy?
Pick the Celerio for the lowest price. Pick the Swift for the best petrol AMT mileage and easy driving. Pick the Dzire for the best CNG mileage, the biggest boot and the most features. Claimed mileage comes from test conditions, so your real figure depends on driving style, traffic and servicing. Always take a test drive first.
Conclusion
The Celerio, Swift and Dzire are three of the best mileage cars in India today. All of them give around 25 kmpl on petrol, come with 6 airbags and are cheap to maintain. The Celerio wins on price, the Swift on balanced everyday driving, and the Dzire on space, features and CNG economy. If you drive a lot every month, a CNG Swift or Dzire can save you good money on fuel. Compare the variants, check the on-road price in your city and choose the car that fits your daily routine.
For full specifications, prices and EMI, visit the Celerio, Swift and Dzire pages on GadiyaHub.
FAQs
1. Which car gives the best mileage, Celerio, Swift or Dzire?
All three are very close. The Celerio claims 24.97 kmpl, the Swift AMT 25.75 kmpl, and the Dzire AMT 25.71 kmpl. The Swift AMT leads in petrol by a small margin.
2. Which car has the best CNG mileage?
The Dzire CNG claims 33.73 km/kg, ahead of the Swift CNG at 32.85 km/kg. The Celerio also has a CNG version.
3. What is the price of Celerio, Swift and Dzire?
Ex-showroom Delhi prices are ₹4.70 to 6.75 lakh for the Celerio, ₹5.84 to 8.89 lakh for the Swift and ₹6.31 to 9.41 lakh for the Dzire.
4. Are these cars safe?
Yes. All three get 6 airbags. The Swift and Dzire also have ABS with EBD and ISOFIX mounts, and the Dzire has a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating.
5. Which car has the most boot space?
The Dzire has the biggest boot at 382 litres. The Celerio offers 292 litres and the Swift 265 litres
