With the double whammy of the recession and shrinking incomes, the importance of investing in an economical vehicle has become the norm. As consumers step on the brakes on expenses, car manufacturers have responded by letting loose a new breed of automobiles that are small, cheap, and miserly when it comes to fuel consumption.
1. Smart Fortwo cdi 86g/km CO2
Taking pole position is the Smart Fortwo cdi which earns an enthusiastic thumbs up with an impressive 85.6 miles tothe gallon. The compact two-seater runs on diesel and has the lowest CO2 emissions at a mere 86g/km.
2. Toyota Prius T3 89g/km CO2
The T3 version of the world’s original green car is a petrol-electric hybrid that turns in 76 mpg with CO emissions of just 89g/km. The new Prius also sports smaller 15-inch alloy wheels which make it more aerodynamic and aids in fuel economy.
3. Toyota Auris HSD 89g/km CO2
After the Prius, Toyota scores a double for fuel efficiency with the new Auris hybrid. Its 1.8-litre petrol engine plus electric battery pack make it extremely eco-friendly. Most important, it’s capable of reaching 74.3 mpg at only 89g/km of CO2 emissions.
4. Skoda Fabia Greenline II 89g/km CO2
The entry from Volkswagen sports the same 3-cylinder, 1.4-litre TDI diesel engine as its sisters Ibiza and Polo. It travels 83.1 mpg while emitting just 89g/km of CO2. Apart from the fuel economy, its 5-seater configuration also provides more passenger and luggage space.
5. Volkswagen Polo Bluemotion 91g/km CO2
Volkswagen delivers again with the second generation Polo Bluemotion. The extremely economical car packs even more fuel-saving features. It averages 80.7 mpg with 91g/km of CO2 emissions. It could also travel up to 850 miles before being refueled.
1. Smart Fortwo cdi 86g/km CO2
Taking pole position is the Smart Fortwo cdi which earns an enthusiastic thumbs up with an impressive 85.6 miles tothe gallon. The compact two-seater runs on diesel and has the lowest CO2 emissions at a mere 86g/km.
2. Toyota Prius T3 89g/km CO2
The T3 version of the world’s original green car is a petrol-electric hybrid that turns in 76 mpg with CO emissions of just 89g/km. The new Prius also sports smaller 15-inch alloy wheels which make it more aerodynamic and aids in fuel economy.
3. Toyota Auris HSD 89g/km CO2
After the Prius, Toyota scores a double for fuel efficiency with the new Auris hybrid. Its 1.8-litre petrol engine plus electric battery pack make it extremely eco-friendly. Most important, it’s capable of reaching 74.3 mpg at only 89g/km of CO2 emissions.
4. Skoda Fabia Greenline II 89g/km CO2
The entry from Volkswagen sports the same 3-cylinder, 1.4-litre TDI diesel engine as its sisters Ibiza and Polo. It travels 83.1 mpg while emitting just 89g/km of CO2. Apart from the fuel economy, its 5-seater configuration also provides more passenger and luggage space.
5. Volkswagen Polo Bluemotion 91g/km CO2
Volkswagen delivers again with the second generation Polo Bluemotion. The extremely economical car packs even more fuel-saving features. It averages 80.7 mpg with 91g/km of CO2 emissions. It could also travel up to 850 miles before being refueled.
