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Hybrid or diesel?

I am considering the Toyota Yaris Hybrid, but now I have just seen the New Clio (Wow) in dCI mode, which is the better car

Asked on 12 October 2012 by UncleAustin

Answered by Honest John
Both tested:

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www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/renault/renault-cl.../

The answer depends on how you're going to use it.

If mainly short runs, then the Yaris hybrid.

If mainly distance, then the Clio dCI 90.

The Clio offers a much sportier drive.

The Yaris is likely to be much more reliable long-term because its drivetrain is completely unstressed.

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