Diesel Car Ban In 2027 – These Cars Will Be Confined To History Books

 In light of the increasingly stringent automotive emission standards worldwide, the Government of India has taken a significant step by announcing a complete ban on diesel-powered cars starting from 2027. This decision will undoubtedly reshape the automobile landscape in the country, leading to some of the most popular diesel car models becoming unavailable after 2027.

Let's take a closer look at the top 10 diesel car models that will be affected by this ban:

1. Tata Altroz: Currently, the Tata Altroz stands as the sole hatchback option in India with a diesel powertrain. However, with the impending diesel engine ban, Tata Motors will cease to offer the 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine variant for the Altroz.

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3. Mahindra Bolero: The Mahindra Bolero exclusively features a 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine. In response to the diesel ban, the company may opt to replace this engine with a petrol alternative or discontinue the model altogether.

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5. Mahindra Bolero Neo: Similar to the regular Bolero, the Bolero Neo also relies on a 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine. Nevertheless, there are expectations that this model will receive a modified version of the 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine found in the Mahindra XUV300.

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7. Tata Nexon:

8. The diesel version of the Tata Nexon currently relies on a 1.5-litre turbocharged powertrain. However, this engine is likely to be replaced by Tata Motors' new-gen 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, known for its fuel efficiency.

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10. Hyundai Venue/Creta/Alcazar:

11. The diesel variants of the popular Hyundai Venue, Creta, and Alcazar SUVs are set to be affected by the diesel ban as well. These models all share the same 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel powertrain, which will no longer be offered post-2027.

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13. Kia Sonet/Seltos/Carens:

14. Similarly, the Kia Sonet, Seltos, and Carens currently come with diesel engines that are equivalent to those in the Hyundai Venue, Creta, and Alcazar SUVs. After the diesel engine ban, these models will exclusively offer petrol powertrain options.

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16. Tata Harrier/Safari:

17. Tata Motors is already developing a new-gen 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, expected to replace the current 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engines in the Tata Harrier and Safari SUVs after the diesel engine ban comes into effect.

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19. Mahindra Thar/Scorpio N/XUV700:
    

20. The Mahindra Thar, Scorpio N, and XUV700 SUVs share a similar 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel engine. In light of the diesel ban, we anticipate these models will solely offer Mahindra's 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engines, likely with hybrid technology to enhance fuel efficiency.

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22. Toyota Innova Crysta:
    

23. Currently, the Toyota Innova Crysta is exclusively powered by a 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine. However, after the diesel ban in 2027, this model might face complete discontinuation from the company's product portfolio.

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25. Toyota Fortuner:
    

26. The 2.8-litre turbocharged diesel engine in the Toyota Fortuner is expected to make way for a more efficient hybrid powertrain following the implementation of the diesel engine ban. The new powertrain may very well be a plug-in hybrid, further enhancing fuel efficiency.

As we consider the impact of the diesel car ban on pollution levels, it's essential to recognize that this move represents a significant step towards environmental preservation. However, it is equally crucial for the government to address other sources of pollution, such as industrial emissions, crop burning, and waste burning, to achieve a more substantial and holistic reduction in pollution levels.