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Buying a new car - hybrid or diesel?

I am coming up to replacing my existing car and have historically bought new diesels to cover an annual mileage of 25k (mostly motorway and A roads). Given diesel engines are becoming more complex to meet Euro6 standards, is it now worth considering a hybrid?

Asked on 17 May 2016 by aidyp

Answered by Honest John

Definitely take the hybrid route. They are not only cleaner, the technology is far more reliable.

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