3 low emission cars to consider in 2020
In a bid to tackle the ever-increasing climate crisis, and dare we say try and corner a market to appeal to the masses – car manufacturers are turning their attention to recreating their old favourites in an emission-free way. With new laws surrounding CO2 emissions, manufacturers are on a mission to go clean, or at least cleaner.
From hatchbacks to cross-overs and everything in-between, are the efforts of the carmakers successful enough to persuade the average driver to ditch conventional petrol and diesel cars? Here are some of favourites you should consider this year.
Hyundai i10
The perfect city car, the new Hyundai i10 has a choice of five-speed manual or automated manual transmission, and thanks to it’s 1.0 and 1.2litre engine it’s weight makes it nippy enough for city streets. Because of the cars update, the new model now sits on an extended wheelbase, improving passenger space in the back – allowing adults to sit comfortably!
One of the main problems with the first i10 was its safety rating compared with similar cars. But with this newer model, the safety kit has increased with the addition of autonomous emergency braking and lane assist amongst others. However, the fastest Hyundai i10 does 0-62mph in 12.6 seconds, which is slow, making it more suited to cities over motorways.
BMW 4 Series
The BMW 4 Series is a sportier two-door version of the 3 Series saloon, and thanks to its comparatively low CO2 emissions it offers temptingly low tax rates, as ZenAuto demonstrates. One of the most practical coupes in terms of its size – in that you can actually fit things in the boot, it looks set to rival the ever popular 3 Series.
Doing 0-62mph in close to four seconds, the 4 Series handles well on both urban roads and motorways. The real downside of the car is perhaps its interior. By placing a lot of emphasis on its sporty character, the driver’s seat is mounted low down, so you feel all the bumps in the road.
Volkswagon T-Roc Cabriolet
As crossover SUVs continue to increase in popularity, Volkswagon’s latest offering the T-Roc Cabriolet with turbocharged petrol engines looks set to become an instant smash. Ideal for families, the T-Roc offers plenty of space and the folding cloth roof can be opened in just nine seconds – perfect for Great British summers – or the occasional dry days!
Whilst other manufacturers have manged to turn some of their best crossovers into slightly cleaner cars – Land Rover’s Evoque – this is the first time a convertible crossover has been offered at this price point.
Perhaps electric and hydrogen cars will one-day be the mainstay, but in the meantime, there are at least petrol cars out there that are attempting to reduce emissions.
