Which small cars are the cheapest to tax?

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Which small cars are the cheapest to tax?

Which make and modes have the cheapest car tax? It also needs to be good for very short journeys i.e. 3 miles per day, not driven much at weekends. Thanks.

Asked on 5 February 2021 by Hazel B

Answered by Andrew Brady

All petrol and diesel cars registered since April 2017 will cost a flat rate of £150 a year in tax. Do you have off-street parking with access to electricity? If so, an electric car like the Renault Zoe might be a good option. They're cheap to run, free to tax and will suit your short journeys.

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