Fuel economy is one of the most important factors to consider when buying a new car. Moreover, gas prices in Russia are rising, regardless of whether oil is getting more expensive on the world market or cheaper.
Many modern cars offer impressive fuel economy. Below we present a list of the most economical gasoline-powered cars in 2020, based on tests conducted by the British edition of What Car? ’S. Researchers studied gas mileage in urban and rural settings, as well as on motorway trips.
10. Dacia Sandero
The engine is 0.9-liter.
One of the cheapest cars in the world is also one of the most economical, judging by the consumption of gasoline. For every 100 kilometers of its way, its engine “eats” only 4.45 liters of fuel.
What Car? ’S experts also praised Sandero for surprising agility for such a small hatchback.
9. Seat Leon
Engine capacity - 1 liter.
The next on the list of the most fuel efficient cars for gasoline consumption is the “hot Spanish macho” who will beat you with the breeze, consuming 4.43 liters per 100 kilometers.
By the way, just recently, Seat introduced the new fourth-generation Leon, which now looks more “stylish, fashionable, youthful” with its 50 mm wheelbase, lowered and elongated hood and an almost vertical radiator grill. And he first became a full-fledged hybrid (in the eHybrid version), and now it can be recharged from the outlet. In the electric mode, the battery capacity of 13 kWh is enough for 60 kilometers.
8. Kia Picanto
Engine - 1 liter.
Due to its compactness and economy (consumes 4.41 liters per 100 km), this car is an ideal option for the city. Of course, you cannot call it very fast (it accelerates to hundreds in 14.3 seconds), but, despite its size, this baby is quite roomy. It is equipped with a 255-liter boot and the rear seats fold 60/40.
7. Volkswagen Up (Turbo)
Benzomotor - 1 liter.
A turbocharged version of this hot hatch with 89 hp under the hood - one of the most agile city cars. It has a comfortable interior and a fun, but stylish exterior thanks to the original rear optics and interesting bumper design.
This car eats “like a bird”, 4.38 liters per 100 kilometers. So, if you are not confused by a small ground clearance and low landing, then Volkswagen Up can become a reliable and inexpensive travel companion in service.
6. Seat Ibiza
Motor - 1 liter.
This car with 94 hp under the hood, it pulls enthusiastically at low speeds and accelerates from zero to 100 km / h in just 10 seconds. A decent result for a production car.
And Seat Ibiza saves you money by consuming 4.35 liters per 100 km.
5. Suzuki Baleno
Gas engine - 1 liter.
The first, but not the only Suzuki in the top 10 most economical gasoline cars is a direct competitor to Skoda Fabia and Ford Fiesta, but is more efficient in terms of gas consumption than they are. For 100 km of road, this compact car will need 4.26 liters of fuel.
There is only one problem: Baleno is discontinued, but you can find used options at very reasonable prices.
4. Skoda Citigo
1 liter motor.
A fairly spacious car inside, which on city streets feels like a fish in the water. And its 4.26 liters per hundred kilometers will not be ruinous for your budget.
However, versions of the Citigo with a gasoline engine are available only in the secondary market, since this model was redesigned to suit the fashion of electric cars.
3. Volkswagen Up
One-liter naturally aspirated engine.
No, it didn’t seem to you, Volkswagen Up appeared twice in the list of “little cars”. The first version, which is published on the 7th line, is also equipped with a 1 liter engine, only under its hood 89 hp.
And the model that opens the top 3 is less powerful, it only has 74 hp. And the consumption of gasoline is 4.21 liters per 100 km.
But its low power is more than justified by fewer trips to gas stations. The release of this model has already been discontinued, so look for it in the secondary market.
2. Suzuki Celerio
Engine capacity - 1 liter.
Even a small and light car like Celerio with its 67 hp. can give you a pleasant feeling of speed. It feels at home in the narrow city streets, and on the expressway it can reach speeds of up to 155 kilometers per hour. And it consumes at the same time 4.07 liters per hundred kilometers.
Unfortunately, the Celerio hatchback was discontinued in 2019, so the announcement of the sale of a car will help you.
1. Suzuki Ignis
The car is equipped with a 1.2-liter gasoline engine.
This Japanese mini-SUV has a good ground clearance of 170 mm, a stiffer suspension and high thresholds. And the last generation has become the so-called "soft hybrid."
The car, which led the rating of the most economical gasoline cars, is equipped with two engines at once: an electric 2.3 kW and a 1.2-liter gasoline. In the combined cycle, it consumes only 3.95 liters per 100 km.
Add to this a spacious interior and generous standard equipment, and get a car that is definitely worth the money. In the Russian market, a used Suzuki Ignis will cost, on average, 300,000 rubles.
