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Should I buy a diesel car if I live in a city?
I live in London, is it better to buy a new petrol or diesel car at the present time?
Asked on 23 September 2017 by eweewe
Answered by
Honest John
First electric, then plug-in petrol hybrid, then petrol hybrid, then petrol. For cities, definitely not diesel.
Our Fuel Cost Calculator shows you which will be the best choice for you.
Compare the running costs of petrol, diesel and electric cars to make the right choice for you.
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