The Most Fuel Efficient Small Cars Under $40,000 in Australia
The Most Fuel Efficient Small Cars Under $40,000 in Australia
Want a small car that saves you money on fuel costs?
Save money on both the initial purchase and running costs of a small car. But which small car offers the best fuel economy? Let’s find out!
Toyota Corolla leads the way with its hybrid sedans offering a claimed fuel economy of 3.9L/100km on the combined cycle. Opting for the hybrid hatch only increases that figure to 4.0L/100km. If you go for the petrol sedans or hatches, the fuel economy goes up to 5.9L/100km or 6.0L/100km, respectively. The performance GR Corolla, however, falls behind with a fuel economy of 8.4L/100km.
The Hyundai i30 also offers a frugal hybrid option with a claimed fuel economy of 3.9L/100km. The non-hybrid i30 sedans with the 2.0L naturally aspirated engine and CVT have the best fuel economy of 6.1L/100km. The performance N variant has a fuel economy of 8.3L/100km.
The Skoda Scala, the only European car on the list, claims a fuel economy of 5.3L/100km. The cheaper Ambition 85TSI variant is the most efficient, while the higher-end Signature 110TSI is slightly less efficient with a claimed fuel economy of 5.5L/100km.
The MG 5 is Australia’s cheapest sedan with a claimed fuel economy of 5.7L/100km. It comes in two variants, Vibe and Essence, with prices starting at $24,990 and $28,990, respectively.
The Mazda 3 has a claimed fuel economy of 5.8L/100km in its least powerful G20 guise. The G20 sedan is the most efficient variant, while the hatches have a slightly higher fuel economy of 5.9L/100km.
The Kia Cerato GT hatch and sedan offer the most efficient fuel economy in the Cerato range with a claim of 6.8L/100km. The GT sedan is slightly worse at 6.9L/100km.
The Subaru Impreza is the least efficient car on the list with a claimed fuel economy of 7.5L/100km. All three Impreza variants have the same fuel economy.
- Toyota Corolla: 3.9L/100km
- Hyundai i30: 3.9L/100km
- Skoda Scala: 5.3L/100km
- MG 5: 5.7L/100km
- Mazda 3: 5.8L/100km
- Kia Cerato: 6.8L/100km
- Subaru Impreza: 7.5L/100km
When it comes to fuel efficiency, the Toyota Corolla and Hyundai i30 take the lead with their hybrid options. However, the Skoda Scala and MG 5 offer good fuel economy as well. Make sure to choose the right small car that suits your needs and saves you money in the long run!
