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Will I get better mpg in a hybrid than a diesel or petrol?
Would a hybrid non plug-in give me better fuel efficiency over a round trip of 40 miles than a diesel or petrol car?
Asked on 31 March 2022 by Richard
Answered by
Dan Powell
On paper, the advertised fuel economy for diesel will be higher. But on the road, I'd argue a hybrid's Real MPG is better than a standard petrol car and just as good as a diesel.
The Toyota Corolla 1.8 petrol hybrid will return a 61mpg on the road, which is on par with many modern diesels: www.honestjohn.co.uk/realmpg/toyota/corolla-2019
I'd argue the long term running costs of a petrol hybrid will also be significantly lower than a diesel, as you don't have any costly DPF and EGR problems to worry about.
The Toyota Corolla 1.8 petrol hybrid will return a 61mpg on the road, which is on par with many modern diesels: www.honestjohn.co.uk/realmpg/toyota/corolla-2019
I'd argue the long term running costs of a petrol hybrid will also be significantly lower than a diesel, as you don't have any costly DPF and EGR problems to worry about.
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