{"id":282,"date":"2010-05-17T11:16:41","date_gmt":"2010-05-17T01:16:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.privatefleet.com.au\/?p=282"},"modified":"2020-06-20T02:04:29","modified_gmt":"2020-06-19T16:04:29","slug":"economy-cars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/home\/economy-cars\/","title":{"rendered":"Economy cars"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s always an interesting evaluation: comparing all the cars that have been designed to function as the world\u2019s best fuel sippers.\u00a0 <\/span>If you are a commuter, then you\u2019ll know what it\u2019s like spending hours at the wheel in traffic jams. You will also appreciate owning a car that doesn\u2019t cost the earth to run. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Take a look at the list of cars that I have compiled.\u00a0 <\/span>These vehicles are Australia\u2019s most economical vehicles at present – and all of them are sold new. The fuel consumption figures are based on what Australia\u2019s \u2018Wheels Magazine\u2019 has compiled.\u00a0 <\/span>You might like to buy a copy for yourself \u2013 they are always a good read. <\/span><\/p>\n

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The fuel consumption figures are based on the number of litres of fuel consumed every 100 km. If you think there should be a car in this list, that isn\u2019t, please feel free to comment on what that car is.\u00a0 <\/span>Your thoughts are always welcome.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hopefully this read will prove helpful to those of you looking out for a car that leads the globe in fuel frugality.\u00a0 <\/span>Obviously, these penny-wise cars will tend to be smaller. But, take a look, as there are one or two cars in this list that do offer some sensible practicality as well.\u00a0 <\/span>And, if it\u2019s just you travelling then the smallest of these cars might tickle your fancy and be just what you need.\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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The list is in alphabetical order \u2013 just to be helpful:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Audi offers a tidy little package in its little A3 TDI version.\u00a0 <\/span>The 1.9 TDI engine is linked to a five-speed manual gearbox, has plenty of torque and holds a fuel economy figure of 4.5 litres\/100 km.\u00a0 <\/span>It is probably one of the most roomy economy cars on this list.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Another small German car worth a mention is the BMW 118d.\u00a0 <\/span>It\u2019s a fun drive, has an automatic stop\/start function for the engine, and you might like to note that this engine offers 300 Nm of torque \u2013 a punchy little powerhouse!\u00a0 <\/span>Being run through a slick six-speed manual gearbox means that the BMW 118d achieves an impressive 4.5 litres\/100 km fuel economy figure.\u00a0 <\/span>It\u2019s rear-wheel-drive too!<\/span><\/p>\n

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The French love to rival the Germans, so it is no surprise to see that the Citroen C3 and C4 feature.\u00a0 <\/span>Loaded with style, the Citroen C3 HDi has a very competitive price, a beautiful ride and fuel consumption of 4.4 litres\/100 km.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>Bigger and roomier, the nice looking Citroen C4 HDi is simply gorgeous.\u00a0 <\/span>And, it boasts 4.5 litres\/100 km fuel economy.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Super cute, and with endless loads of flair, the nicely packaged turbo-diesel Fiat 500 will capture your attention.\u00a0 <\/span>Whether the 1.3 JTD engine is mated to a five-speed or six-speed manual gearbox, both options provide a thrifty 4.2 litres\/100 km fuel consumption.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Italian flamboyance continues with the Punto 1.3 and 1.4 JTD models.\u00a0 <\/span>The Punto knows how to handle the road ahead – making it very rewarding to drive.\u00a0 <\/span>And hey, it looks like a Maserati!\u00a0 <\/span>While returning 4.6 litres\/100 km this won\u2019t make it a member of the Alcoholics Anonymous group.\u00a0 <\/span>Both of these Fiats are also very hotly priced.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Now for a benchmark: Ford has the stylish Fiesta Econetic.\u00a0 <\/span>This is Australia\u2019s most economical car at present. Nothing beats the 3.7 litres\/100 km fuel economy figure.\u00a0 <\/span>Nicely proportioned, and a great handler, the Ford Fiesta Econetic is the complete package.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Honda\u2019s ever reliable Civic is so very technologically advanced and nice to drive.\u00a0 <\/span>Blessed with a satisfying interior, Honda now offers a Honda Hybrid sedan that has a sprightly 1.3 litre Hybrid Honda engine.\u00a0 <\/span>A 4.6 litres\/100 km fuel economy figure ensures it keeps the other marques honest.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hyundai has come to the party with its 1.6 litre turbo-diesel.\u00a0 <\/span>The Hyundai i30 SXCRDi is Australia\u2019s cheapest diesel car to buy new.\u00a0 <\/span>The car is pleasant to look at, and it has a nicely finished interior and plenty of zip.\u00a0 <\/span>With 255 Nm of torque, and a fuel economy figure of 4.7 litres\/100 km, it\u2019s got to be tempting!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Running very close to the little Ford Fiesta Econetic, is Mini\u2019s Cooper D.\u00a0 <\/span>The Mini Cooper D has one of the catchiest exterior designs in this line-up, and with a small 1.6 litre, turbo-diesel engine the Cooper D makes sure it offers plenty of punch.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span>The engine is linked to a manual six-speed gearbox, meaning that the mini Cooper D achieves a fantastic fuel economy figure of 3.9 litres\/100 km.\u00a0 <\/span>This Mini has, perhaps, the best handling characteristics in this comparison.\u00a0 <\/span>Definitely worth a look!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Very classy, the new Peugeot 207 offers a fine economy package in the XT HDi.\u00a0 <\/span>With just 4.8 litres of diesel being used every 100 km it won\u2019t exactly send you broke. Pug\u2019s bigger 308 1.6 HDi offers plenty of practicality, and is very stylish and beautifully designed -inside and out.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Definitely the smallest car here, the Smart ForTwo fits into car parks like you wouldn\u2019t believe!\u00a0 <\/span>Small and safe, comfortable and peppy, any smart CBD commuter will check out the tiny Smart ForTwo.\u00a0 <\/span>Boasting a combined fuel economy figure that sits well under 5 litres\/100 km – and this coming from out of a petrol engine \u2013 do your sums and you\u2019ll see why this set of four wheels makes sense.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Here is a quick plug for those of you who need economy in an SUV package.\u00a0 <\/span>The muscly looking SsangYong Actyon has a 2.0 litre turbo-diesel engine that packs over 300 Nm of torque, has four-wheel-drive, is well priced and goes about its business quietly.\u00a0 <\/span>Getting any 1.8 tonne vehicle to manage under 5 litres\/100 km is a feat.\u00a0 <\/span>Well done to SsangYong!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Budget priced, and one of the few petrol powered cars in this list, is the Suzuki Alto.\u00a0 <\/span>Take away the added expense of maintaining and running a diesel, and the Suzuki Alto 1.0 litre GL and GLX with a fuel economy figure of 4.8 litres\/100 km makes a heap of sense.\u00a0 <\/span>The Suzuki Alto is also nice looking, has six airbags and even comes with ESP as standard – in the GLX model.\u00a0 <\/span>Great for around town – you\u2019d be nuts to not consider an Alto.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Where would the world be without Toyota? \u00a0<\/span>For a very frugal, spacious and practical drive, the clean burning Toyota Prius III offers a 1.8 litre petrol hybrid engine.\u00a0 <\/span>It doesn\u2019t come cheap, but it is certainly friendly on the environment.\u00a0 <\/span>Expect 3.8 litres\/ 100 km.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Start with the Germans, and finish with the Germans, \u2013 Volkswagen always has offered very well designed, reliable and fuel efficient motorcars.\u00a0 <\/span>Superbly finished, refined, elegant and roomy, the Golf 77TDI variants easily boast fuel economy figures that sit below 5 litres\/100 km.<\/span><\/p>\n

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So, here\u2019s your list. Digest the information, and see if I have missed anything useful?\u00a0 <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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Hopefully it\u2019s a helpful read to you all.\u00a0 <\/span>Happy commuting!<\/span><\/p>\n

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