E20 fuel may lead to 3-5% mileage hit in ‘some’ vehicles, Govt. admits as it defends blending
The Indian government has acknowledged that E20 ethanol-blended fuel can reduce vehicle mileage by 3-5%. Officials defend the policy by highlighting the fuel's environmental benefits and the need to provide fair compensation to farmers.
Why it matters
This addresses the trade-off between national agricultural support policies and consumer-facing fuel efficiency concerns in the automotive sector.
While admitting that E20 blended fuel could result in a 3-5% reduction in the fuel economy of “some vehicles”, the government has also sought to explain why the blended fuel is not currently cheaper than pure petrol or fuel with lower ethanol levels.
The article presents the government's defense alongside critical perspectives without taking a definitive stance.
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