Fueleconomyis inarguably one of the most important factors car buyers consider when purchasing a car.
An inefficient car results in high running costs, something most buyers wish to avoid.
Which are the most fuel-efficient cars in South Africa today?
Some of the most fuel-efficient cars in South Africa. Photo: @polosevenx, @angryauto, @romainbmw (modified by author)Source: UGC
A cars fuel economy is measured in litres per kilometre, miles per gallon, or kilometres per litre.
For the first one, the lower the number, the better the fuel economy.
For the last two, the higher the figure, the more economical a vehicle is.
The Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion. Photo: @ro.berto.91Source: Instagram
Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion
This vehicle has a 4-cylinder turbo inline engine.
The model that runs on diesel hasstated consumption figuresof about 69 mpg (3.4 litres for every 100km.)
The cars 1,600cc engine is also quite powerful and puts out 110 horsepower.
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This car entered the South African market in 2017.
It comes with a 1.3-litre turbocharged diesel engine.
The produces 70kW and 200Nm of torque.
The Fiat Tipo SW. Photo: @passione_auto_italianeSource: Instagram
The cars average fuel consumption rate is 3.7 litres/100km (about 74mpg).
The hybrid system is largely responsible for the remarkably impressive fuel economy of the Yaris.
The Fiat 500 comes in a choice of manual or automatic transmissions.
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Both options offer a 5-speed power spread gearbox.
The cost of acquiring one is also relatively low compared to high-end models.
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The Fiat 500. Photo: @thehoonigan1Source: Instagram
Smart ForFour
This is one of the smallest passenger cars in todays automotive industry.
It is also among themost popular carsthat are light on fuel.
The ForFour comes with a 3-cylinder 1-litre petrol engine.
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Audi A1 Sportback
The Audi A1 1.0 TFSI SE Sportback consumes an average of 4.4L per 100km.
This front-wheel drive, five-four hatchback from Audi is also among the best-handling small vehicles in the world.
Its 1-litre engine delivers 160Nm and 70kW of power.
The Peugeot 2008. Photo: @peugeot_zp_lionavtoSource: Instagram
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Volkswagen Polo 6
Thishugely popular Volkswagenis among the most common fuel-saver cars in South Africa.
It comes with a 1-litre petrol engine that produces 175Nm of torque and 70kW power.
The Smart ForFour. Photo: @lucautosrlSource: Instagram
It consumes an average of 3.2 litres for every 100km (about 64mpg).
Despite its tiny engine size, the Polo 6 can accelerate from 0 to 100km/hr in about ten seconds.
Fiat Panda 0.9 TwinAir Easy
This 2-cylinder 0.9-litre petrol-powered car delivers 63kW and 145Nm of power.
The Audi A1 Sportback. Photo: @kaori3865Source: Instagram
The 44 trim level consumes about 4.2 litres per 100km (67.3 mpg.)
while thetwo-wheel driveis even more economical, coming in at about 76mpg.
Peugeot 208 1.2 Active
The Peugeot 208 1.2 Active has been available in the South African market for years.
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Its 1.2L petrol engine delivers 60kW and 118Nm of power and comes with a 5-speed manual transmission.
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Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo is one of the mostfuel-efficient carsin South Africa right now.
The VW Polo 6. Photo: @ferllygunawanSource: Instagram
After modifications and some minor upgrades, the new model now consumes an average of 3.7 litres/100km.
The vehicle has a 3-cylinder, 1-litre petrol engine that produces 53kW and 93Nm of torque.
The standard model has a 5-speed manual transmission system.
The Fiat Panda 0.9 TwinAir Easy. Photo: @ermenegildo_95Source: Instagram
A diesel variant is also available.
Renault Kwid 1.0 RXL
This beautiful Renault is one of the best small economical cars one can purchase today.
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The Peugeot 208 1.2 Active. Photo: @fujiautoSource: Instagram
Mahindra KUV 100 Nxt
The new model of theMahindra KUV100 Nxt has impressive fuel efficiency.
This Indian-manufactured vehicle consumes approximately 4.6 litres/100km.
It comes with a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder engine that produces 61kW of power and 115Nm of torque.
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The manual transmission variant is among the cheapest brand-new vehicles in the country, starting at R194,900.
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Honda Accord Hybrid
This incrediblypopular sedanconsumes about 3.4 litres per 100 kilometres despite having a significantly large 2-litre engine.
The Toyota Aygo. Photo: @flanagan6013Source: Instagram
The engine consumes about 4.4 litres/100 kilometres, making this the mostfuel-efficient SUVin South Africa.
Hyundai i20 Active
The revampedHyundai i20 Activehas a higher ground clearance than its predecessor.
The manufacturer claims that it consumes approximately 4.8 litres of fuel for every 100km travelled (about 59mpg).
The Ford Fiesta 1.0T. Photo: @scibySource: Instagram
The i20 is loved for its higher ground clearance compared to most of its rivals.
BMW 120d
The BMW 120d is one of the most economical carsmanufactured by BMW.
According to the manufacturer, the diesel variant consumes about 3.9 litres/100km.
The Renault Kwid 1.0 RXL. Photo: @hipervisionenvelopamentoSource: Instagram
The base model comes with a 2-litre engine that outputs 190 horsepower.
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The base model starts at R162,900.
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Developed countries typically have excellent road networks, enabling the easy and efficient movement of goods across the country.
The Mahindra KUV 100 Nxt. Photo: @mahindrakuv100Source: Instagram
Still, several African countries have made huge strides and boast amazing road networks.
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