You have probably asked yourself which are the least "greedy" cars on our roads. To solve this question once and for all, we have prepared for you a list of the most economical cars on our roads that use an internal combustion engine and are not connected to electricity.
Before we get down to the analysis, a few facts need to be cleared up. Electric and hybrid technology are undoubtedly making their way to the Slovenian car market, but at the moment they are more expensive options that still inspire distrust among many people. For this reason, we will concentrate on cars that use for their drive diesel or gasoline and we can still assign a label to them thrifty. At the moment, diesel engines are on the decline, but for those who have a daily commute, the purchase is still worthwhile. Of course, assuming that the daily kilometers are enough and that they justify the more expensive starting price of the car. Harmful emissions will be ignored this time, as all the cars on the list meet the latest emission standards Euro 6.
Recently, we have witnessed the advancement of technology that reduces the difference in consumption between diesel and gasoline engines. So gasoline engines are becoming more and more economical, thanks to the cylinder deactivation technology seen at the Volkswagen Group and playing with compression ratios at Mazda. For this reason, we also included a few gasoline-powered cars on the list, with Audi and Suzuki leading the way.
The previous NEDC car efficiency test is slowly being phased out and replaced by the WLTP test cycle, which will provide more realistic fuel consumption figures. Until then, there is no need to ignore the factory data on consumption, because after all, all cars are tested under the same conditions, so we can easily compare them with each other. We in the article refer to the official numbers of the manufacturers while browsing for the most economical cars and cars with the lowest consumption on Slovenian roads.
These are the most economical cars on our roads.
1. Nissan Micra 1.5 dCi
A new one Nissan Micra surprised with a completely different design that has little in common with the previous model. The new platform and new engines, however, turned the Micro into a completely different car. Consumption is constantly decreasing, and if the Micra is fitted with 16-inch rims, it can be further reduced by about a deciliter. The 1.5 liter diesel engine consumes 3.2 l/100 km fuel.
2. Renault Clio 1.5 dCi
Renault Clio boasts a pleasing design and everyday practicality. It is one of the most popular cars on Slovenian roads, which is also one of the most maintenance-friendly. Consumption with a 1.5-liter diesel engine amounts to 3.3 l/100 km.
3. Peugeot 208 1.6 BlueHDi 100
Peugeot 208 it is economical to the extent that it is seriously breathing down the neck of the hybrid competition, and even overtakes some of them in terms of economy. The hatchback family car has a 1.6 liter diesel engine with start/stop technology and consumption 3.4 l/100 km. The pleasant design of the car is another reason why you should choose it.
4. Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi
If you want to have an economical car and don't want to give up fun, it will Ford Fiesta the right choice for you. The version with a 1.5 TDCi engine has a declared consumption 3.4 l/100 km of diesel fuel. Despite the low fuel consumption, the Fiesta still has all the agility that has helped it become so popular among Slovenian drivers over the years.
5. Opel Astra 1.6 CDTI ecoFLEX
Doubt it is Opel Astra ever better car, it just isn't. It advances with each generation, and its frugality is also better. It is a car that already has slightly larger dimensions, but still easily competes with smaller opponents. Spend it 3.4 l/100 km which is a force-saving result.
6. DS 3 1.6 BlueHDi
DS 3 is the first car to be sold under this, now independent, brand within the PSA concern. It has its own design that is easy to spot and even harder to forget. In the interior, we are treated to luxury that we were not used to in smaller cars until recently. We have already encountered the engine technology at Peugeot, so it is not surprising that consumption in the DS 3 also amounts to 3.4 l/100 km.
7. Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTI ecoTEC
Opel Corsa it has always been popular and is often seen on our roads. It's a fun car that does extremely well in city centers and offers everything we need for everyday errands. As for economy, the 1.3 CDTI ecoTEC engine with the Easytronic gearbox should be chosen. With this combination, consumption is 3.4 l/100 km.
8. Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC
With the new generation of Civic, Honda has revived the view of our roads. The futuristic design is passed down from generation to generation, and when we get used to the current one, they surprise us with a completely different image. Declared combined consumption Honda Civic it is 3.5 l/100 km.
9. Fiat Tipo 1.6 Multijet
After many years of absence, it did Fiat Tipo returned to the Slovenian road scene. It brings a good combination between everyday usability and price. It has enough space and is also stylishly pleasing. If we add economy to this, we get a car that will meet the needs of most buyers. Its combined consumption is 3.7 l/100 km.
10. Ford Focus 1.5 TDCi
Ford Focus it has the same engine found in the smaller Fiesta. Accordingly, the consumption is higher, because the Focus is just a bigger and therefore heavier car. It is a popular family car that offers a lot of space, is agile and at the same time economical. According to the data, its consumption 3.8 l/100 km, which is definitely a good result.
11. Kia Rio 1.4 CRDi
Kia Rio is another of the smaller city cars that impresses with its style and convinces with its agility. According to consumption data 4.1 l/100 km. I like the design of the Rio, which is surprising, because it suggests more dynamism than friendly fuel consumption.
12. Mercedes-Benz A 180 d
Mercedes-Benz has already introduced the latest generation of the class A. Since it is not yet on the roads, we took a closer look at its current generation, which can boast of very solid fuel consumption. The declared combined consumption is 4.1 l/100 km, which is a good result for a top class car.
13. BMW 1 116d
BMW 1 is a common car on our roads and there are many that have very low fuel consumption. 116d has a declared consumption 4.2 l/100 km. One more proof that top-of-the-range cars can be economical, but still give a feeling of greater comfort.
14. Audi A1 Sportback 1.0 TFSI ultra
Audi A1 it is one of the few representatives on our list that is powered by gasoline. His spending is 4.2 l/100 km, with which it can already compete with some diesel rivals. The smallest of the Audis is nimble and does well in the city center where there is little parking space.
15. Suzuki Celerio 1.0
Suzuki is with Celery one of those that compete with diesel engines with gasoline engines. Combined consumption of petrol Suzuki is 4.3 l/100 km. It is the cheapest car with a gasoline engine and has almost the lowest fuel consumption among gasoline engines on the Slovenian market. The practical Celerio will do well in places where space is limited.
16. Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.3 Multijet 16V 95
Alfa Romeo MiTo it is among the more powerful cars, as it has quite a number of horses for its size. Alfa is intended for dynamic driving, so it is to be expected that consumption will be a little higher than for cars that are made only with lower consumption in mind. If you don't want to compromise on style and if you like to have fun behind the wheel, the MiTo is for you. At Alfa they say that it has consumption 5.6 l/100 km.
Among the other fuel-efficient engines, it is also worth mentioning Dacia Sandero and Logan, which both use Renault's 1.5 dCi engine, and their consumption is almost the same as that of the above-mentioned Renault Clio. The same applies to Peugeot 308, which again has the same engine as the smaller Peugeot 208. Here, consumption is a little higher, as it is again a larger and consequently heavier car. The story repeats itself at Citroën C4 Cactus, which has already mentioned 1.6 BlueHDI diesel engine.
