The best fuel-efficient cars on petrol
With environmental zones restricting access to diesel cars, more and more people are opting for petrol cars. So let’s take a look at some of the fuel-efficient cars available. These are cars that are not only friendly to your wallet, but also to the environment.
1. Toyota Yaris:
When we talk about fuel-efficient cars, the Toyota Yaris is always high on the list and is a popular choice in the Netherlands, with more than 150,000 sold. With impressive fuel consumption of 1 in 19 and a spacious boot of 286 litres, it is the ideal companion for a comfortable and economical weekend getaway.
2. Citroën C1:
The Citroën C1 is a compact city car popular worldwide for its low fuel consumption of 1 in 17 and light weight, which also saves you on road tax. With its length of 3.5 metres, parking in the city is a breeze.
3. Peugeot 108:
The Peugeot 108 not only offers economy with a fuel consumption of 1 in 19, but also modern features such as a well-functioning touchscreen and connectivity options. With its light weight of around 830 kilos and compact size, it is an ideal city car.
4. Toyota Aygo:
The Toyota Aygo is a popular choice, especially as a lease car, thanks to its fuel consumption of 1 on 19 and low road tax costs, this car definitely falls under economical cars. With a short turning circle of 9.4 metres, you manoeuvre effortlessly through the city.
5. Kia Niro:
The Kia Niro is known for its reliability and low maintenance costs, for both new and used models. With fuel consumption of 1 in 19, available as a hybrid or fully electric, and a spacious interior with a 451-litre boot, it is a great choice for families.
6. Vauxhall Karl:
The Vauxhall Karl offers a high entry level and convenient features such as navigation, parking sensors and cruise control, making it a good choice even for seniors. With fuel consumption of 1 in 17 and a spacious cabin, it is a practical option.
7. Kia Picanto:
Known for its low maintenance costs, the Kia Picanto offers economy with consumption of 1 in 16. With its light weight and small turning circle of 9.2 metres, it is an excellent city car.
If you want to drive more economically, consider some simple tips, such as shifting to a higher gear faster, driving 100 on motorways instead of 130 (this already saves 25% fuel!!), turning off the engine during short stops and inflating tyres regularly. These small adjustments can help you save even more fuel.
