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Top 10 most fuel efficient cars of 2024 which could save you £100s at the pump – from bargain Prius to luxe Mercedes
A stylish BMW combines a very economical hybrid unit with some serious power
A GROUP of car experts have revealed the most fuel efficient cars drivers can buy in 2024 - including a very luxurious Mercedes.
Petrolheads at Cinch have picked out their 10 best motors with the best miles per gallon ratings.
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In this instance, they've heaped together petrol and hybrid cars, seeing as they are the types of cars Brits prefer the most.
BMW 330e - 217.3 mpg
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The stylish 330e features a 2.0-litre petrol engine combined with an electric motor - giving this very economical hybrid some serious power, too.
Better yet, the 330e boasts a typically refined interior filled with top-of-the-range tech.
Researchers at said: "The 330e plug-in hybrid is the BMW 3 Series that tends to get all the attention, thanks to its ability to run on pure-electric power for around 30 miles and return well over 100 miles to the gallon (on paper)."
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Toyota Prius - 67 mpg
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The Prius returned to the UK in the spring with the release of the third-gen Prius Plug-in - which offers an official economy of 235.4mpg.
What’s more, the plug-in version can run on electric-only power over short distances.
Toyota also offers a self-charging version which doesn’t use a plug and is generally cheaper on the used car market.
Cinch said: "When you take a taxi, there's a good chance it will be a Toyota Prius. There are good reasons for that – the Prius is extremely reliable and cheap to run."
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Suzuki Swift - 64 mpg
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Many petrolheads were dismayed to learn in the middle of 2024 that the hot hatch Suzuki Swift Sport was coming to the end of its lifecycle.
However, the regular Swift is still very much alive and kicking as the eco supermini that’s become a firm favourite among Brits.
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The current version of the Swift uses the brand’s ‘Boosterjet’ tech, which comprises a mild hybrid setup.
That means the electric motor takes some of the strain off the petrol engine, and also allows for better economy over a standard petrol engine.
Toyota Corolla - 63.8 mpg
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The Corolla has been a staple on UK roads for years, having been on sale here on and off since 1976.
Classed as a hatchback counterpart to the long-since discontinued Crown, it offers a mixture of luxury and good looks for an affordable price.
Having disappeared from the UK for a few years, it’s now back with the addition of hybrid power.
It isn’t just a hatchback anymore either, with the Touring Sports naturally being a fast estate - with a choice of two petrol-hybrid engines - 1.8-litre or 2.0-litre - offering up to 63.8mpg.
Hyundai Ioniq - 60 mpg
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Hyundai’s Ioniq, much like the Prius, comes as both a self-charging hybrid and a plug-in - but Cinch says the plug-in is better value as a used car.
With its 1.6-litre petrol engine combined with an electric motor, it can reach up to 39 miles on a single charge.
Cinch added: "It’s not just the lower fuel bills; the car will also feature cheaper insurance and maintenance bills."
Mercedes-Benz E300 de - 217.3 mpg
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How about a plug-in hybrid diesel?
The E300 de boasts a pretty incredible official economy figure with the best mileage available - providing the battery is topped up.
Once fully charged, Mercedes say drivers can get 33 miles of electric-only range.
Peugeot 208 1.5 Blue HDi - 71.4 mpg
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The 208 diesel hybrid is a great looking supermini with a great mpg record.
The five-door hatch features a 1.5-litre diesel engine that’ll return more than 70mpg, while inside it’s typically stylish with a particularly slick dashboard.
Vauxhall Corsa 1.5 Turbo D - 70.6 mpg
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Not only is the Corsa one of the UK’s cheapest EVs, but it’s also one of the more fuel-efficient diesel hybrids.
Similar underneath to the 208, the Corsa Turbo D boasts 70.6mpg - not far off from its Peugeot brother.
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI SE - 68.9 mpg
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The ultimate family motor, the Octavia has been a long-time favourite for Brits - not least because of its huge boot and, naturally, excellent fuel economy.
On the 2.0-litre TDI, Cinch said: “You get incredible fuel economy and class-leading reliability, all at a price that doesn’t worry your bank account too much. "
Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI - 68.9 mpg
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The evergreen Golf celebrated its 50th anniversary this year and it still remains a great choice for the likes of first-time drivers and families.
The latest generation Golf - the Mk8 - has the same 150hp diesel engine and six-speed manual gearbox as the aforementioned Octavia.
As is expected with VW, the motor is very refined inside, and all for a decent price.
VW recently revealed a special edition hot hatchback that's inspired by a legendary model from 1990s.
The stunning motor even comes with a unique colour finish that pays further homage to its heritage.
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Elsewhere, Porsche has recalled 200 cars after discovering a "manufacturing defect" that could cause the wheels to fall off while driving.
The firm has issued a notice on three of its most popular models, including the iconic 911.
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