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Ashok Leyland Dost + Vs Ashok Leyland Dost CNG Comparison

Basic Information
Model Name
Dost +
Dost CNG
Brand Name
Ashok Leyland
On Road Price
₹7.75 Lakh
₹7.79 Lakh
User Rating
4.3
Based on 37 Reviews
4.6
Based on 22 Reviews
Body Type
Pickup
Mini Truck
Finance Available (EMI)
₹14,991.00
₹15,069.00
Performance
Max Power
70 hp
45 hp
Displacement (cc)
1478
1478
Fuel Tank (Litres)
40
120
Engine
1.5 L, 3 Cylinder Diesel Engine (BS6)
1.5L 3-Cylinder CNG (BS-VI)
Fuel Type
Diesel
CNG
Emission Norms
BS-VI
BS-VI
Max Torque
170 Nm
105 Nm
Mileage
19.6
14-18
Max Speed (km/h)
80
80
Engine Cylinders
3
3
Turning Radius (mm)
5850
11700
Battery Capacity
90 Ah
90 Ah
Product Type
L3N (Low Speed Goods Carrier)
L3N (Low Speed Goods Carrier)
Dimension
Overall Length (mm)
4630
4485
Overall Width (mm)
1620
1620
Overall Height (mm)
1930
1845
Ground Clearance (mm)
190
177
Wheelbase (mm)
2510
2350
Axle Configuration
4x2
4x2
Length {mm (ft.)}
2645
2500
Width {mm (ft.)}
1620
1620
Height {mm (ft.)}
440
380
Transmission & Loading Capacity
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Payload (Kgs)
1500
1208
GVW / GCW (Kgs)
Kerb Weight (Kgs)
1275
1400
Gear Box
Fully Synchromesh, 5-Speed Gearbox Manual, Integrated Bell Housing
Fully synchromesh 5 speed Manual Gearbox and reverse with constant mesh
Clutch
240 mm Diameter,diaphragm,single dry plate mechanical cable operated
Diaphragm, Single dry plate, Pot type, Mechanical cable Operated
Power SteeringNoNo
Features
Steering
Manual / Power Steering
Manual Steering
A/CNoNo
Cruise ControlNoNo
Navigation SystemNoNo
TelematicsNoNo
Tiltable SteeringNoNo
Arm-restNoNo
Seat TypeYesYes
Driver Information DisplayYesYes
Adjustable Driver SeatYesYes
Seating Capacity
D+1
D+1
Tubeless TyresNoYes
Seat BeltsYesYes
Hill HoldNoNo
Brakes & Suspension
Brakes
Vacuum-assisted Hydraulic Brake with LSPV
Vacuum Assisted Hydraulic Brakes with LSPV Ventilated Disc & Drum Brakes
Front Axle
Rigid front axle
Double wishbone
Front Suspension
Rigid suspension with parabolic leaf and double-acting shock absorber
RFS ( Rigid Suspension with Parabolic Leaf and double acting shock absorber)
Rear Axle
Rigid Axle
Rigid axle with leaf springs
Rear Suspension
Semi elliptical leaf spring with double-acting shock absorber
Semi elliptic over slung suspension
ABSNoNo
Parking BrakesYesYes
Body Option & Cabin Type
Chassis Type
Chassis with Cabin
Chassis with Cabin
Body Option
Deck Body
Deck Body
Cabin Type
Day Cabin
Day Cabin
Tiltable CabinNoNo
Tyres
Number of Tyre
4
4
Rear Tyre
195 R15 LT 8 PR
185 R14 LT 8 PR, Radial
Front Tyre
195 R15 LT 8 PR
185 R14 LT 8 PR, Radial
Others
ChassisYesYes
Loading Platform Area(Sq.ft)
784
26.4
Battery(Volts)
12 V
12 V
Fog LightsYes
Optional

Pros and Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons
  • Ashok Leyland Dost +

    • The Dost+ offers robust load-carrying ability, with a 1500kg payload.
    • The Dost+ has rugged aggregates, including a 240mm diaphragm single dry plate clutch and LSPV brakes for taking on tough operations.
    • The cabin is quite spacious and comes with a number of driver-friendly features, like a smartphone holder, charging port, and lockable glove box.
    • The Dost+ comes with a reliable 1.5-litre diesel engine, thus featuring decent mileage and higher torque.
    • Dost+ is suitable for city driving and rough terrains, making it appealing to urban and rural customers.
    • It comes with safety features like a front impact absorption bar and ELR seat belts.

    Ashok Leyland Dost CNG

    • The Ashok Leyland Dost CNG is powered by a 1478 cc BS6-compliant CNG powertrain capable of high torque generation. The vehicle is tuned to produce 105 Nm of torque for heavy-duty haulage operations.
    • The Dost CNG integrates a single-plate mechanical cable-operated clutch system. The mechanical design of this clutch system is relatively simple, making it easier to maintain and repair.
    • The Dost Strong offers a 1280 kg rated payload capacity, allowing it to carry large loads in a single trip to improve turnaround times.
    • To ensure high safety standards and protect occupants in the event of a collision, the vehicle is equipped with a front impact absorption bar and ELR seat belt.
    • The vehicle offers driver comfort and convenience features, including adjustable seats, a 12V mobile smartphone charging port, a mobile holder, and a sliding rear window, among others.
  • Ashok Leyland Dost +

    • Ashok Leyland could have offered air conditioning as a standard feature on the Dost+ in LE and LS variants. AC is currently only available with the LX variant.
    • Safety features like ABS could have been integrated.
    • The base variant lacks key driver convenience features like power steering.

    Ashok Leyland Dost CNG

    • Ashok Leyland Dost CNG’s LE and LS variants do not get AC as a standard feature.
    • Power steering is not a standard feature; only the LS variant includes it.
    • Fog lamps are offered only as an optional feature.
    • The ELR seat belt is provided only for the driver; the co-driver does not receive one.

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User Reviews of Comparison

  • Ashok Leyland Dost +
  • Ashok Leyland Dost CNG
  • J
    jitender kumar on Dec 08, 2022
    1.6
    Poor vichle

    Very poor vichle complaint coming continue and company not solve problems properly i purchase this vichle one year ago b...

  • G
    gajanan potdar on Nov 18, 2022
    4
    Priceworthy

    Very good mini truck compare to all other trucks in the market. it gives you a high payload and good mileage. go for it ...

  • A
    ashish kumar on Oct 31, 2022
    4.2
    Happy customers with good performance

    I like this Ashok Leyland Mini-Truck because of the high payload, good mileage and very big cargo deck to carry e-commer...

  • S
    srinivasan on Oct 11, 2022
    4.3
    Spacious load body, powerful pikup

    I have been owning the Ashok Leyland Dost for my courier business and I really like the vehicle’s overall performance. T...

  • N
    navin kant on Sept 09, 2022
    5
    Powerful bhi, efficient bhi

    2.5-3 tonnes segment mein ek acchi mini truck hai Ashok Leyland Dost+. Iss truck ki mileage, capacity, aur performance, ...

  • A
    akash m. on Nov 04, 2022
    4
    Value for money

    Dost CNG pickup achcha deta hai. Cargo delivery business ke liye kafi accha option hai. Bahot smooth chalata hai Aur is...

  • r
    rakesh kumar on Aug 14, 2022
    2.3
    milage problem

    jbse mane gadi le h dost cng ls mujhe milage 14 ltr cng me 120 se 150 km hi mila h usse kbhi bhi jyada nhi ...

  • A
    ajay yadav on Aug 08, 2022
    3.3
    Saccha Dost

    Dost woh hota hai jispe aap always bharosa kar saktey hai aur Ashok Leyland Dost CNG ek aisi mini truck hai jo ki ha...

  • B
    bhavin kumar on Jul 28, 2022
    3.7
    Perfect option to diesel in LCV

    The engine of CNG variant of Dost is good for more than 2-tonne payload because very strong truck with high capabilit...

  • K
    karthick on Jun 08, 2022
    4.7
    2

    CNG light truck segment mein Ashok Leyland DOST CNG ek bahut hi accha option hai. Mere hisaab se yeh sabse behtar option...

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