Diesel models accounted for more than 60% of the 1.6 million cars Renault sold in Europe last year. Diesel models accounted for more than 60% of the 1.6 million cars Renault sold in Europe last year. Other diesel engine manufacturers, including Japanese and American carmakers, are on tenterhooks in anticipation of possible regulatory action. The diesel engine is more efficient; the diesel combustion cycle yields a leaner fuel-air mixture to operate at optimal efficiency as compared to petrols. In India, where diesel is priced lower than petrol, this price tradeoff is reduced, resulting in a rush for diesel cars.

Source: Indian Express September 18, 2016 18:33 UTC