Switching from EV to hybrid or diesel - what should I buy? | Ask Honest John

What is life like with your car? Let us know and win £500 in John Lewis vouchers | No thanks

Switching from EV to hybrid or diesel - what should I buy?

I have been a Nissan Leaf owner for five years and it's absolutely fantastic for local driving but as soon as I go further afield I can't be sure I will be at a certain place by a certain time, especially now EV chargers are filling up fast with new EV drivers.

After lots of thought I've decided to go back to either a second hand hybrid car or fuel car.

I have ended up unable to decide because some dealers have advised me that diesels are being phased out and I won't get my money back when I come to sell.

Can you recommend an economical car with good mpg because they seem to vary a lot too! Or a good hybrid.

Asked on 5 May 2022 by Amberli Hartwell

Answered by Andrew Brady

Going from an electric car to a diesel does seem to be a bit of a backwards step and probably wouldn't be a good idea unless you cover a lot of motorway miles (more than 12,000 a year). A hybrid could be a good compromise. Is the latest Toyota Corolla within budget? It's a very reliable hybrid hatchback that'll be cheap to run. Take a look at the Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid, too. Our Real MPG data should give you an idea of realistic fuel economy: www.honestjohn.co.uk/real-mpg/

Tags: diesels buying a hybrid

Similar questions

Best medium-sized petrol hybrid under £30,000?

I'm looking to buy a new, medium-sized petrol hybrid for under £30,000. I've tried a Toyota Corolla and the new Honda Civic, both are good. Are there any other cars I should consider before making a decision?

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?

Can you recommend any 'self-charging' hybrids?

Is a self-charging hybrid as efficient, economical and 'green' as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV)? Can you recommend any 'self-charging' hybrids as I note that you give a good review to the Subaru XV e-Boxer?

Related models