Hyundai Aura (Bi-Fuel CNG) — Price & Specs for Taxi Use
The passenger-pleasing alternative to a Dzire. Better cabin, better ratings, slightly higher running cost.
The Aura is Hyundai's compact sedan and the most common non-Maruti choice for app-cab drivers. It costs a little more to run than a Dzire Tour S, but the cabin feels a class above and drivers doing corporate or airport work report better passenger ratings — which on rating-gated platforms translates into better trip allocation.
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Hyundai Aura (Bi-Fuel CNG) Price — All Variants
| Variant | Fuel | Transmission | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aura E Petrol | Petrol | 5MT | ₹5,99,990 |
| Aura E Bi-Fuel CNGMost bought for taxi | CNG (factory) | 5MT | ₹7,88,000 |
| Aura SX Bi-Fuel CNG | CNG (factory) | 5MT | ₹8,59,700 |
What it actually costs on the road with a T-permit
Commercial (yellow plate) registration is not the same as private. Road tax is charged on a different slab, and you also pay for the permit, fitness certificate and commercial insurance. As a working figure, budget ₹6.78 L – ₹10.32 L on-road for Hyundai Aura (Bi-Fuel CNG) with commercial registration in Delhi NCR. Rates differ by state and permit type, so always ask the dealer for a written commercial quote — the private on-road price they show first is not what you will pay.
Running Cost — What You Will Actually Spend
ARAI figures are lab numbers. These are derated to what operators report under real commercial duty — AC on, passengers aboard, city traffic.
| Fuel | ARAI | Realistic | Cost / km | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 20.5 km/l | 16.8 km/l | ₹5.65 | ₹25,431 |
| CNG | 28 km/kg | 23.0 km/kg | ₹3.31 | ₹14,895 |
Fuel only — excludes EMI, insurance, servicing, tyres and permit renewal. Assumes CNG at ₹76/kg, petrol at ₹95/l and diesel at ₹88/l (Delhi, July 2026) over 30 working days.
Key Specifications
| Engine | 1.2L Kappa petrol / Hyundai Bi-Fuel CNG |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel options | Petrol / factory Bi-Fuel CNG |
| Seating | 5 |
| Body type | Compact sedan |
| Variants | 11 across petrol and CNG |
Colours Available
White and silver dominate taxi fleets — they resell fastest and show dust least. Some states also specify a livery colour for permit vehicles; check with your RTO before ordering.
Features
- Factory Bi-Fuel CNG with dashboard fuel switching
- Touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on higher trims
- Rear AC vents — a genuine differentiator on summer airport runs
- Wireless charging on SX
- Best-finished cabin among sub-₹9 lakh taxi sedans
Safety
- 6 airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Electronic Stability Control
- Rear parking camera
- ISOFIX anchorages
Good for taxi use
- Cabin quality passengers actually notice — helps your platform rating
- Rear AC vents, which the Dzire Tour S does not have
- Wide variant choice lets you buy exactly the trim you need
- Hyundai service quality is consistent in metros
Worth knowing first
- CNG running cost is meaningfully higher than a Dzire Tour S
- No dedicated commercial trim — you buy the retail car and register it commercial
- Resale in the commercial market trails Maruti noticeably
- Service costs run above Maruti at comparable intervals
Where You Can Run It
| Platform | Category | Eligible |
|---|---|---|
| Uber | UberGo / Premier | Yes |
| Ola | Mini / Prime Sedan | Yes |
| inDrive | Standard | Yes |
| Corporate contracts | Standard sedan | Yes |
Eligibility assumes a commercial yellow-plate RC, a valid city taxi or All India Tourist Permit, and commercial insurance. Vehicle age caps vary by platform and city.
Finance on a New Aura
New commercial vehicles finance more easily than used ones. For Hyundai Aura (Bi-Fuel CNG), banks and NBFCs typically fund 80–90% of the ex-showroom price over a 3–5 year term, provided you hold a valid permit and can show income. Rates on new commercial vehicles run below used-vehicle rates because the asset is fresh collateral.
- Manufacturer finance arms (Hyundai dealers) usually quote fastest, but not always cheapest.
- Your existing bank will often better a dealer quote if you already run an account with them.
- Get the commercial on-road figure in writing before you compare EMIs; dealers often quote the private one.
Buy Sell Taxi does not lend. We put you in touch with the dealer and you arrange finance directly with them or your own bank.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Aura a good taxi compared to the Maruti Dzire Tour S?
The Aura has the better cabin, rear AC vents and a more comfortable rear seat, which helps passenger ratings on corporate and airport work. The Dzire Tour S is cheaper to buy, cheaper to run and holds resale value better. Drivers optimising pure economics pick the Dzire; drivers chasing higher-value bookings and ratings often prefer the Aura.
Does the Hyundai Aura have a commercial or taxi trim?
No. Unlike Maruti's Tour range and Tata's Xpres range, Hyundai does not sell a separate commercial trim of the Aura. You buy the standard retail car and register it commercially, which means you pay the full retail price rather than the discounted commercial one — worth factoring into the comparison.
What is the running cost of a Hyundai Aura CNG taxi?
The Aura Bi-Fuel returns around 28 km/kg certified, and 22–24 km/kg in real commercial use. At current Delhi CNG rates that is roughly ₹3.2–3.5 per kilometre in fuel — noticeably more than a Dzire Tour S, though still far below any petrol option.
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Prices last verified July 2026 for Delhi. Manufacturers revise prices without notice — confirm with the dealer before you commit.