Maruti, Mercedes, Toyota Among Automakers Assuring Buyers on E20 Fuel Compatibility

Major auto and two-wheeler makers including Maruti Suzuki, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Hyundai, Toyota, Tata, Hero and Bajaj issued advisories confirming their vehicles run safely on E20 ethanol-blended fuel, countering viral claims of mileage loss and engine damage.

— Filed Tue, 14 Jul, 2026, 17:49 IST · Source Outlook Business · Updated

Major auto and two-wheeler makers including Maruti, Mercedes, BMW, Hyundai, Toyota, Tata, Hero and Bajaj issued advisories assuring Indian buyers their vehicles are compatible with E20 ethanol-blended fuel, rebutting viral concerns over mileage and engine damage.