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Which eco-friendly car for £3000?

I am learning to drive. I would like to buy a eco-friendly car and I have around three thousand pounds to spend - could you advise me on what I could find for this outlay?

Asked on 4 July 2010 by hopeful 69yearold learner

Answered by Honest John
FIAT Panda Active 1.1, Citroen C1, Peugeot 107 or Toyota Aygo.
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