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Ethanol Blending Lowers Mileage
The New Indian Express Nagapattinam
|August 06, 2025
Govt claims 6% fall in mileage; consumers & some experts believe impact to be a little higher
Amid concerns and debates that ethanol blending in petrol has significantly reduced fuel efficiency and accelerated wear and tear of vehicle parts, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas recently addressed the impact of 20% ethanol blending (E20) on vehicle performance.
The Ministry confirmed that ethanol has a lower energy density than petrol, which can cause a slight decrease in mileage. Four-wheelers designed for E10 and calibrated for E20 may experience a 1-2% drop in mileage, while other vehicles may see a reduction of 3-6%.
This story is from the August 06, 2025 edition of The New Indian Express Nagapattinam.
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