E20 petrol is a blended fuel that consists of petrol and ethanol. While the percentage of petrol is 80%, ethanol constitutes up to 20% of this blend. As ethanol is a biofuel, the E20 fuel proves to be more eco-friendly than the regular petrol. Also, it reduces the crude oil imports used for producing petrol. Therefore, the Indian government has been keen on making it the standard fuel across the nation since 2023.
As a part of this initiative, the car brands are now supposed to manufacture the cars that are compatible with the E20 petrol. Toyota started manufacturing E20 compatible cars in April 2023 with Glanza, Fortuner, Hyryder, and Innova Hycross being their first cars with the E20 upgrade. The diesel cars such as Hilux and Innova Crysta remain unaffected by the E20 upgrade. Now, let’s check the current Toyota models that are compliant with the E20 fuel and analyse the possible effects of this fuel for non-compliant Toyota models.
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What is E20 Fuel?
When ethanol and petrol are combined in the 1:4 proportion, the resultant blend is called the E20 fuel. Ethanol is produced using maize, sugarcane, wheat, or other crops. It burns clean and releases much less smoke as compared to the regular petrol. Therefore, it proves to be a boon for the Indian cities that are ridden with smoke and pollution. As ethanol is produced locally, the Indian companies have grown their business after the introduction of E20 petrol in the country.
Toyota Models Compatible with E20 Fuel
All the petrol car models released after April 2023 from Toyota are E20 compliant. The prominent Toyota car models that comply with the E20 upgrades are mentioned below:
| Model | E20 Compatibility Year |
| Glanza | Post April 2023 |
| Innova Hycross | Post April 2023 |
| Hyryder | Post April 2023 |
| Taisor | Post April 2023 |
| Vellfire | Post April 2023 |
| Toyota Rumion | Right from launch |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | Models launched between 2020 to 2022 are E20 certified |
| Toyota Hilux | NA (Available only in Diesel) |
| Toyota Fortuner | Models released ost April 2023 are E20 compliant |
| Toyota Camry | Right from launch (December 2024) |
| Toyota Land Cruiser 300 | NA (Available only in Diesel) |
- Glanza
Toyota Glanza is known for its compact dimensions and smooth performance. The E20 upgrades have made it suitable for the long-term commutation of the car owners.
- Engine: 1.2-litre Dual Jet Petrol Engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual, AMT
- Mileage: Up to 22.9 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: All the petrol and CNG variants released after April 2023 are E20 compliant. Though E20 does not affect the CNG kits, the petrol tank is upgraded for it.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Glanza on E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Glanza | 3 years or 1,00,000 km |
- Innova Hycross
Hycross is a tech-load MPV that is also known for its rugged build-quality. Both its petrol and hybrid engines are now modified to be E20 compliant.
- Engine: 2.0-litre Petrol with or without the Strong Hybrid Option
- Transmission: eCVT and CVT Automatic
- Mileage: Up to 23.2 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: All variants were E20 updated right from the launch.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Innova Hycross E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | 3 years or 1,00,000 km 8 year warranty on the battery for hybrid models |
- Hyryder
Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder is a great option for city dwellers. Both its petrol and hybrid variants are modified for the new E20 fuel.
- Engine: 1.5-litre Petrol and 1.5-litre Strong Hybrid
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual, 6-speed AT, or eCVT
- Mileage: Up to 27.9 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: All the variants (E to V) released after the first quarter of 2023 are E20 compliant.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Hyryder E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Hyryder | 3 years or 100,000 km (8 years warranty on battery) |
- Taisor
The crossover built for urban buyers, Taisor was upgraded with the E20 changes right from its launch. So, the car owners do not have to worry about the E20 fuel at all.
- Engine: 1.2-litre Petrol and 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual, AMT, and 6-speed Automatic
- Mileage: Up to 22.8 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: The variants with both the turbo petrol and naturally aspirated petrol engine are E20 compatible.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Taisor E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Taisor | 3 years of 100,000 km |
- Vellfire
Vellfire is an ultra-luxury MPV sold for elite buyers in India. Its models launched with the modern hybrid drivetrain in 2023 are E20 compatible.
- Engine: 2.5-litre Petrol Strong Hybrid
- Transmission: e-CVT
- Mileage: 19.28 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: Newly launched variants in 2023 with the strong hybrid powertrain are E20 compatible.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Vellfire E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Vellfire | 3 years or 100,000 km (8 years warranty on battery) |
- Toyota Rumion
Toyota Rumion is a 7-seater MPV that was launched in India in August 2023. Therefore, all its models are compatible with the 20% ethanol blended fuel right since the launch. Both the petrol and petrol hybrid engines of Rumion are E20 compatible making them a good choice for those who are interested in buying a petrol MPV.
- Engine: 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual, 6-speed automatic
- Mileage: Up to 20.51 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: Though E20 compliance is provided with all the Rumion variants, a fuel-efficiency drop of up to 4% can be experienced in these models.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Rumion on E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Rumion | Standard Warranty: 3 years or 1,00,000 kms whichever comes earlier Extended Warranty: 5 years or 2,20,000 kms whichever comes earlier |
- Toyota Innova Crysta
The current version of Innova Crysta runs on diesel. Only the older models released before 2023 are available with a petrol engine. A 7-seater MPV with a stylish design and comfortable interiors, Toyota Innova Crysta models launched between 2020 to 2022 are certified for the E20 fuel. However, the models prior to that are not compatible with the E20 fuel. Regular maintenance of older models is a must to avoid corrosion of fuel lines and jamming of the fuel injectors in the long run.
- Engine: 2.7-litre Dual VVTi Petrol Engine
- Transmission: 5-speed manual and 6-speed Automatic
- Mileage: Up to 10 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: The variants released from 2020 to 2022 are E20 certified i.e. they can handle the 20% ethanol blended petrol well.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Innova Crysta on E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Innova Crysta | 3 years or 1,00,000 kms whichever comes earlier |
- Toyota Hilux
Since Toyota Hilux is a diesel car, you don’t have to worry about its E20 compatibility.
- Toyota Fortuner
As per the official notification, all the petrol models produced after April 2023 are E20 compliant. However, even the older models released from 2013 are stable enough to handle higher concentration of the ethanol as per some official reports. Being said that, one must handle the older models with care and maintain them regularly to avoid corrosion of fuel lines and other issues that arise due to higher concentration of ethanol.
- Engine: 2.7-litre Dual VVTi Petrol Engine
- Transmission: 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission
- Mileage: Up to 12 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: All the models with the 2.7-litre petrol engine released in 2023 are E20 compliant.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Fortuner E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Fortuner | 3 years or 100,000 km |
- Toyota Camry
The previous generations of Toyota Camry have been discontinued in India. Only the 9th generation Toyota Camry which was launched in December 2024 are being sold in the Indian market. This means all the variants of the latest generation Toyota Camry are E20 compliant.
- Engine: 2.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine (4 cylinder) + Electric Strong Hybrid Motor
- Transmission: e-CVT
- Mileage: Up to 25.49 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol (E20 complaint)
- Variant Notes: All the variants including the Sprint and Elegance are E20 compatible.
Warranty Guidelines for Toyota Camry on E20 Fuel
| Car Model | Warranty Period |
| Toyota Camry | Vehicle Warranty: 3 years or 1,00,000 kmHybrid Battery Warranty: 8 years or 1,60,000 km whichever comes earlier |
- Toyota Land Cruiser 300
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is available via Completely Built Unit (CBU) imports in India. It comes in two variants viz. ZX and GR-S. As both these variants run on diesel, the buyers don’t have to worry about their E20 compatibility.
How to Check if Your Toyota Car is E20-Compatible?
The most common method to check if the Toyota car model is compatible with the E20 fuel is to check the fuel flap. If it consists of the E20 sticker, then the model will definitely be E20 compliant.
Another way to confirm this by reading the owner’s manual or guide. Here, you can find about the fuel compatibility of the particular model under the fuel section or page. The details of the E20 compatibility can also be checked online via the official page or website of Toyota.
You can also contact the car dealer and provide the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) that will be unique for your vehicle to confirm its E20 compatibility. Along with the compatibility status, the dealer can also provide details pertaining to which parts have been upgraded to minimise the impact of the E20 fuel on the particular car model.
Impact of E20 on Toyota Cars
Despite being upgraded for the E20 fuel, the impact of E20 fuel cannot be nullified completely. Some aspects of the vehicle such as its mileage, performance, and maintenance cost can be affected due to this. Here are some key pointers that will provide insights regarding the same:
Fuel Economy
Ethanol blended fuel is not as fuel-efficient as pure petrol. This is because of the low energy density of ethanol that requires harder acceleration to generate the required power. However, this difference is not huge and will be completely ignorable if you drive daily in city traffic. Overall, you can expect a reduction of 5-7 percent of mileage after using the E20 petrol.
Performance
E20 compliant cars have their Electronic Control Unit (ECU) modified to balance the air-fuel ratio in the petrol tank. Due to this, you do not face issues such as insufficient or inconsistent power delivery. However, the non-compliant cars do not have their ECUs upgraded which may create a drop in their performance after using the E20 fuel.
Higher Maintenance
E20 contains a higher concentration of ethanol that works as a solvent to dissolve the fuel impurities and rust. The dissolved impurities eventually settle in the fuel filters and pipes causing them to degrade quickly.
While the E20 compatible cars have been designed with tougher materials to minimise the impact, you may have to clean these parts frequently to restore their peak performance. Due to this, the maintenance costs associated with E20 fuel can be higher.
Resale Value
The resale value of the E20 compliant cars will not get affected. In fact, the E20 compliant cars will retain their value much better than the non-compliant car models.
Engine Wear
The engine wear of the non-compliant cars will be greater than the compliant cars. This is because the fuel tank, gaskets, and fuel pipes will not be upgraded as per the E20 fuel. This results in faster wearing of the parts, especially the cars that contain metallic parts and a metal fuel tank.
Summary
These were some key insights on the E20 compatible Toyota cars and the possible impact of the E20 fuel on both compliant and non-compliant cars. As a precaution, you must service and maintain your car properly and also indulge in E20-specific checks while servicing it.
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FAQs
Q. Which cars from Toyota are E20 certified in India?
Glanza, Innova Crysta, Innova Hycross, Hyryder, Fortuner, Hilux, Taisor, and Vellfire are E20 certified in India.
Q. Do Toyota cars which are non-compatible with E20 fuel covered under warranty?
No, the parts that can be affected by the E20 fuel such as fuel injectors, hoses, and pipes are not likely to be covered under warranty for the non-compatible cars.
Q. Which is better?: XP95 or E20?
XP95 petrol is rated for its better performance and longevity whereas E20 is widely regarded for its less carbon emissions. Both of them are rated highly for their higher octane but E20 is slightly cheaper.
Q. How does the E20 fuel resolve engine knock problems?
The high octane rating and slow combustion of E20 help in resolving the engine knock issues.
Q. Are Toyota car models released from 2013 to 2022 E20 compliant?
The Toyota car models released from 2013 to 2022 are not officially E20 certified but they can manage the E20 fuel well.
