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data-contrast="auto">Diesel cars have</span><span data-contrast="auto">n’t exactly enjoyed a good rep</span><span data-contrast="auto">, but </span><span data-contrast="auto">the Government has taken steps to </span><span data-contrast="auto">ensure </span><span data-contrast="auto">car manufacturers clean up the</span><span data-contrast="auto">ir diesel cars’ acts so the vehicles pollute less. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Today, </span><span data-contrast="auto">not only do diesel</span><span data-contrast="auto">s</span><span data-contrast="auto"> stop you filling up your fuel tank every </span><span data-contrast="auto">five minutes, but they</span><span data-contrast="auto"> als</span><span data-contrast="auto">o </span><span data-contrast="auto">work harder to keep </span><span data-contrast="auto">their end of the bargain with the Government and the environment and produce fewer emissions</span><span data-contrast="auto"> than they used to</span><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span><br /> <span data-contrast="auto">What smashing diesel cars are out there, too</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Hatchbacks, saloons, estates and more can have diesel engines. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Renault, Peugeot, Vauxhall, Ford, Volkswagen, Mercedes and </span><span data-contrast="auto">others have all </span><span data-contrast="auto">thrown their hat</span><span data-contrast="auto">s</span><span data-contrast="auto"> into the ring</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">in trying to produce the best diesel cars for the market. </span><span data-contrast="auto">The results have been some fabulous runners. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <h2><span class="TextRun SCXW130932701 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml_lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW130932701 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">What to expect from a diesel</span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW130932701 BCX0" lang="EN-GB" xml_lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW130932701 BCX0" data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2"> car</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW130932701 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></h2> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Diesel cars </span><span data-contrast="auto">spoil you with fuel economy, which makes them awesome cars if you have to drive long distances. </span><span data-contrast="auto">They</span><span data-contrast="auto">’re a bit more torquey, too, </span><span data-contrast="auto">so </span><span data-contrast="auto">they have good pulling power </span><span data-contrast="auto">and serve </span><span data-contrast="auto">well </span><span data-contrast="auto">as towing vehicles.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span><br /> <span data-contrast="auto">Diesel cars are </span><span data-contrast="auto">less about high </span><span data-contrast="auto">performance </span><span data-contrast="auto">and more </span><span data-contrast="auto">about being steady and reliable. As a result, they tend to have a little less horsepower and might not shift quite as fast as you like. No matter. </span><span data-contrast="auto">With the right maintenance</span><span data-contrast="auto">, you’ll spend long, happy times out on</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">the road for many years to come. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span><br /> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/used-cars/fuel/diesel/">Search used diesel cars </a></p> <h2 aria-level="2"><b><span data-contrast="none">Best diesel cars</span></b><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></h2> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Whether you’re going road tripping or </span><span data-contrast="auto">just </span><span data-contrast="auto">have to make a long </span><span data-contrast="auto">commute</span><span data-contrast="auto">, a diesel is </span><span data-contrast="auto">a good place to start when looking for the right car. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Dogs may be human’s best friend. Diesel engines might just be </span><span data-contrast="auto">your next best one. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Here are 10 of the best diesel cars out there. We start with the Vauxhall Corsa.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <!-- Button --> </div> </div> <div class="car_details layout-nobackground paddings-reduced"> <div class="container"> <div class="car_details__cars"> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>1. VAUXHALL CORSA 1.5 TURBO D SE</h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Vauxhall-Corsa-1-scaled-aspect-ratio-16-9-1-2048x1153.jpg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The Vauxhall Corsa 1.5 Turbo </span><span data-contrast="auto">D </span><span data-contrast="auto">i</span><span data-contrast="auto">n the SE trim is</span><span data-contrast="auto"> a s</span><span data-contrast="auto">masher</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> This elegant </span><span data-contrast="auto">five-door hatchback </span><span data-contrast="auto">has superb fuel economy</span><span data-contrast="auto"> — in fact, it’s one of the best diesels </span><span data-contrast="auto">you can get </span><span data-contrast="auto">for m</span><span data-contrast="auto">iles per gallon (mpg)</span><span data-contrast="auto"> — </span><span data-contrast="auto">serving up around 68.9 m</span><span data-contrast="auto">pg</span><span data-contrast="auto">, and keeps its </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">emissions</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">to a low </span><span data-contrast="auto">107 g/km. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Torque </span><span data-contrast="auto">of 18</span><span data-contrast="auto">4</span><span data-contrast="auto"> lb ft (250 Nm) and horsepower of 101(102 PS)</span><span data-contrast="auto"> get behind the car and </span><span data-contrast="auto">carr</span><span data-contrast="auto">y </span><span data-contrast="auto">it from </span><span data-contrast="auto">0 to 62 mph in around 10.2 seconds and </span><span data-contrast="auto">to </span><span data-contrast="auto">a top speed of 117 mph</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The ride is relatively comfortable and the handling isn’t t</span><span data-contrast="auto">roublesome</span><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-contrast="auto">You don’t have to give the steering heaps of elbow grease to manoeuvre the vehicle</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Out</span><span data-contrast="auto"> on the road it feels solid. </span><span data-contrast="auto">The cruise control setting and other driver assist features will </span><span data-contrast="auto">add </span><span data-contrast="auto">extra comfort and reassurance while you’re </span><span data-contrast="auto">driving. </span><span data-contrast="auto">It’s a dandy </span><span data-contrast="auto">little diesel</span><span data-contrast="auto">, all in all.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Exce</span><span data-contrast="auto">llent </span><span data-contrast="auto">mileage per gallon</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Low </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">emissions</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Easy handling</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Price starts from £195</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/vauxhall/corsa/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read Corsa review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/vauxhall/corsa/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used Corsa's </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>2. PEUGEOT 308 SW ESTATE </h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/PEUGEOT-308-HATCHBACK-scaled-aspect-ratio-16-9-1-2048x1153.jpg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The 308 SW Estate from Peugeot keeps its </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">emissions respectable at </span><span data-contrast="auto">around </span><span data-contrast="auto">122 to 12</span><span data-contrast="auto">7</span><span data-contrast="auto"> g/km</span><span data-contrast="auto">. The 1.5 litre diesel engine will </span><span data-contrast="auto">return </span><span data-contrast="auto">around 53.5 to 65 mpg, with the 6-speed manual transmission </span><span data-contrast="auto">inching it slightly over the </span><span data-contrast="auto">8-speed automatic. Not much in it really, though, </span><span data-contrast="auto">and </span><span data-contrast="auto">you may </span><span data-contrast="auto">prefer to spend a little extra</span><span data-contrast="auto"> for</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">the comfort of automatic</span><span data-contrast="auto"> gears</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> The engine </span><span data-contrast="auto">boasts </span><span data-contrast="auto">torque of 221(300 Nm) and horsepower of 131 (133 PS)</span><span data-contrast="auto"> to help it along. </span><span data-contrast="auto">It will deliver 0 to 62 mph in 10 seconds, give or take a few milliseconds, and a top speed of 127 mph.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Naturally, being an estate, there’s a lot of body to handle, but the car does it well, steering nicely — not too light, but </span><span data-contrast="auto">also </span><span data-contrast="auto">not too heavy</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">— and </span><span data-contrast="auto">is </span><span data-contrast="auto">agile</span><span data-contrast="auto"> while remaining</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">stable on the road</span><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-contrast="auto">You’ll feel some bumps </span><span data-contrast="auto">at times</span><span data-contrast="auto">,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> but the ride </span><span data-contrast="auto">smooths out as you pick up the pace</span><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-contrast="auto">You may </span><span data-contrast="auto">decide </span><span data-contrast="auto">to </span><span data-contrast="auto">turn a blind eye to the bumpiness </span><span data-contrast="auto">in return for the large volumes of space</span><span data-contrast="auto">, safety features and driver-assist functions, including </span><span data-contrast="auto">cruise control. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Good mileage per gallon</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Agile handling and stable on the roads</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Spacious</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £800</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/peugeot/308/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read 308 review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/peugeot/308/bodystyle/estate/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used 308 Estates </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>3. SKODA SUPERB ESTATE 2.0 TDI 150 </h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/SKODA-SUPERB-scaled-aspect-ratio-16-9-4-2048x1151.jpeg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Skoda </span><span data-contrast="auto">produce </span><span data-contrast="auto">gems and the Superb is no different in its </span><span data-contrast="auto">SE </span><span data-contrast="auto">estate version. </span><span data-contrast="auto">You’ll get 49.6 to 56.5 mpg </span><span data-contrast="auto">from the 2 litre diesel engine</span><span data-contrast="auto"> with 6-speed manual transmission, 148 (150 PS)</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and 251 lb ft (350 Nm) of torque to pull it along</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">e</span><span data-contrast="auto">missions</span><span data-contrast="auto"> hover between 132 and 150 g/km. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Top speed: a reasonable </span><span data-contrast="auto">132 mph. 0 to 60 mph: 9.2 seconds… respectable for a diesel estate.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">You can get </span><span data-contrast="auto">seriously </span><span data-contrast="auto">comfortable</span><span data-contrast="auto"> behind the wheel,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> thanks to an adjustable steering wheel and plenty of legroom and headroom</span><span data-contrast="auto">, which set </span><span data-contrast="auto">you up for a pleasant drive. </span><span data-contrast="auto">The steering is well weighted</span><span data-contrast="auto">,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> accurate</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and</span><span data-contrast="auto"> provides reasonable feedback on how the front tyres are gripping the road</span><span data-contrast="auto">; </span><span data-contrast="auto">the </span><span data-contrast="auto">vehicle is easy to control; and the </span><span data-contrast="auto">car has decent traction. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Still, there are also safety features such as airbags x7 and additional driver assist functions</span><span data-contrast="auto">, including cruise control,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> to ease any jitters while driving this large vehicle.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Decent acceleration for a</span><span data-contrast="auto">n estate</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Easy driving</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Spacious</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £4,000</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/skoda/superb/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read Superb review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/skoda/superb/bodystyle/estate/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used Superb Estates </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>4. FORD FOCUS ST </h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/FORD-FOCUS-V2-scaled-aspect-ratio-16-9-7-2048x1153.jpg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Choose </span><span data-contrast="auto">a </span><span data-contrast="auto">2.0 litre diesel engine with 6-speed manual transmission </span><span data-contrast="auto">on this five-door wonder hatch </span><span data-contrast="auto">and you’ll </span><span data-contrast="auto">keep </span><span data-contrast="auto">your </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">emissions to 125 g/km and </span><span data-contrast="auto">reap the benefits of </span><span data-contrast="auto">57.6 to 60.1 mpg,��</span><span data-contrast="auto">so it’s </span><span data-contrast="auto">a reasonable little runner.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Ford don’t skimp on </span><span data-contrast="auto">engine </span><span data-contrast="auto">power either, </span><span data-contrast="auto">equipping it with </span><span data-contrast="auto">273 lb ft (370 NM) and 148 hp (150 PS). </span><span data-contrast="auto">You can opt for a more powerful diesel if you wish, </span><span data-contrast="auto">but it’s a </span><span data-contrast="auto">mixed bag</span><span data-contrast="auto">:</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">you’ll sacrifice </span><span data-contrast="auto">miles per gallon </span><span data-contrast="auto">but gain a quicker top speed of 137 mph versus 127 mph and speedier acceleration of 7.3 seconds for 0 to 62 mph</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is a reassuring vehicle. </span><span data-contrast="auto">The steering is relatively quick and </span><span data-contrast="auto">makes </span><span data-contrast="auto">you feel comfortable</span><span data-contrast="auto"> all is</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">well traction</span><span data-contrast="auto">–</span><span data-contrast="auto">wise. </span><span data-contrast="auto">The ride is firm but not harsh when you hit the bumps and the body stays stable, another reassuring sign.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Driver-assist </span><span data-contrast="auto">and collision-prevention features </span><span data-contrast="auto">support you for those days you</span><span data-contrast="auto">’re at the wheel but might </span><span data-contrast="auto">not be </span><span data-contrast="auto">quite on the ball.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> It’s a marvellous little hatch, really.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Reassuring</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Good mileage per gallon</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Good safety features</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £1,000</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/ford/focus/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read Focus review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/ford/focus/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used Focus </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>5. VOLKSWAGEN GOLF </h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-V3-scaled-1-aspect-ratio-16-9-4-2048x1152.jpg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">All the fives — five doors and five speed manual transmission – plus an entry level </span><span data-contrast="auto">1.6 litre TDI engine </span><span data-contrast="auto">with 113 hp (115 PS) </span><span data-contrast="auto">and 184 lb ft (250 Nm) </span><span data-contrast="auto">will keep </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">emissions to around 131 g/km</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and </span><span data-contrast="auto">give </span><span data-contrast="auto">you with 54.3 to 56.5 mpg</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Increas</span><span data-contrast="auto">ing</span><span data-contrast="auto"> the engine size and power</span><span data-contrast="auto"> will </span><span data-contrast="auto">carry </span><span data-contrast="auto">you a </span><span data-contrast="auto">few units extra into a </span><span data-contrast="auto">less favourable direction.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Acceleration is </span><span data-contrast="auto">from 0 to 62 mph in </span><span data-contrast="auto">10.4 seconds</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and the top speed is 123 mph.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Accurate steering</span><span data-contrast="auto">; </span><span data-contrast="auto">a firm suspension that adds balance to the vehicle on corners</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and coming out of them</span><span data-contrast="auto">, not to mention help in providing a comfortable ride</span><span data-contrast="auto">; and torque that enables smoother shifts between gears</span><span data-contrast="auto">;</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">all </span><span data-contrast="auto">make driving a </span><span data-contrast="auto">Golf </span><span data-contrast="auto">diesel most pleasant. </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">The car features simple safety features such as airbags and basic driver-assist functions, but you may prefer to upgrade for full reassurance from your vehicle. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Good suspension for stability on the roads</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Comfortable ride</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Smooth gear shifting</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £</span><span data-contrast="auto">275</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/volkswagen/golf/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read Golf review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/volkswagen/golf/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used Golfs </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>6. KIA CEED 1.6 CRDI </h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/10962-KIACEED14GDi-Turbo003-scaled-aspect-ratio-16-9-2-2048x1152.jpg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The South Korean manufacturer Kia Motors </span><span data-contrast="auto">has mastered the art of making </span><span data-contrast="auto">economical cars. They’ve done it again with the </span><span data-contrast="auto">Ceed </span><span data-contrast="auto">1.5 CRD</span><span data-contrast="auto">i</span><span data-contrast="auto">, which in its standard specs </span><span data-contrast="auto">comes with a 1.6 litre diesel engin</span><span data-contrast="auto">e</span><span data-contrast="auto">, equipped with 114 brake horsepower (</span><span data-contrast="auto">b</span><span data-contrast="auto">hp)</span><span data-contrast="auto">and</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">a moderate </span><span data-contrast="auto">207 lb ft (280 Nm) of torque. It</span><span data-contrast="auto"> covers 60.1 mpg but</span><span data-contrast="auto"> can manage</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">up to 68.9 if you go easy on it.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> It’s respectably low on </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">emissions, too, at 122 g/km</span><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The Ceed is a nimble vehicle with quick steering and decent handling, showing stability on the roads</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">even at higher speeds. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Body control is good</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and the suspension doesn’t disgrace itself when going over bumps, </span><span data-contrast="auto">allowing this humble hatchback to offer you a reasonable ride quality. </span><span data-contrast="auto">It’s comfortable inside, too, with plenty of leg- and headroom.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">Nice work, </span><span data-contrast="auto">Kia!</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Nimble</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">High mileage per gallon</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Good handling</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £500</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/kia/ceed/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read Ceed review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/kia/ceed/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used Ceeds </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>7. RENAULT CLIO 1.5 DCI </h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/RENAULT-CLIO-scaled-1-aspect-ratio-16-9-3-2048x1153.jpeg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Kia </span><span data-contrast="auto">Motors </span><span data-contrast="auto">aren’t the only ones who do </span><span data-contrast="auto">high</span><span data-contrast="auto"> mpg. The Clio</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Play</span><span data-contrast="auto"> 1.5 DCi from Renault delivers </span><span data-contrast="auto">67 mpg and trumps the Ceed on low </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">emissions, with just 107 g/km. </span><span data-contrast="auto">the engine houses 85 hp </span><span data-contrast="auto">and </span><span data-contrast="auto">is </span><span data-contrast="auto">more torquey than the Ceed at 162 lb ft (220 Nm). Still, with an acceleration of 0 to 62 mph in 14.7 seconds and a top speed of 110 mph, the Ceed’s respective 10.4 and 119 mph mean it can outrun the Clio.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">T</span><span data-contrast="auto">here’s </span><span data-contrast="auto">lots to </span><span data-contrast="auto">love about driving this </span><span data-contrast="auto">neat little </span><span data-contrast="auto">diesel</span><span data-contrast="auto">. The steering is light </span><span data-contrast="auto">and agile, </span><span data-contrast="auto">but communicative enough to inspire confidence. The car feels solid on the roads</span><span data-contrast="auto">,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> stable coming in and out of bends</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and grips the road well</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Older editions may have smothered the bumps a little more, but the ride isn’t uncomfortable.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Cruise control, lane assist and other driver-assist features help you to keep safe while using the vehicle and the boot space isn’t half bad if you’ve got little ones.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Good vehicle for families</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Good general handling</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">High mileage per gallon</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £</span><span data-contrast="auto">175</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/renault/clio/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read Clio review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/renault/clio/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used Clios </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>8. NISSAN QASHQAI 1.5 DCI </h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/NISSAN-QASHQAI-scaled-aspect-ratio-16-9-6-2048x1153.jpg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Nissan have nailed it </span><span data-contrast="auto">with </span><span data-contrast="auto">th</span><span data-contrast="auto">is spacious crossover. </span><span data-contrast="auto">A </span><span data-contrast="auto">basic spec</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">1.5 DCi engine</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">will allow you to cover </span><span data-contrast="auto">53.3 mpg</span><span data-contrast="auto">,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">generally, </span><span data-contrast="auto">but a</span><span data-contrast="auto">s much as</span><span data-contrast="auto"> 61.1 if you play nicely.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Of course, this </span><span data-contrast="auto">crossover with </span><span data-contrast="auto">6-speed manual transmission </span><span data-contrast="auto">is </span><span data-contrast="auto">bulk</span><span data-contrast="auto">y and is </span><span data-contrast="auto">leisurely off the mark with acceleration of 0 to 62 mph in 12.3</span><span data-contrast="auto"> seconds</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and a maximum speed of 112 mph.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> It has </span><span data-contrast="auto">respectable</span><span data-contrast="auto"> pulling power of 210 lb ft (280 Nm) and 113 hp (115 PS) to help it on its way there.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Emissions: 139 g/km, so reasonable but a little less would</span><span data-contrast="auto">n’t hurt. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This diesel crossover</span><span data-contrast="auto"> from the Japanese giants</span><span data-contrast="auto"> is </span><span data-contrast="auto">highly competent, too</span><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-contrast="auto">The steering is responsive, obeying the simplest commands without hesita</span><span data-contrast="auto">ting </span><span data-contrast="auto">and </span><span data-contrast="auto">offer</span><span data-contrast="auto">ing </span><span data-contrast="auto">encouraging </span><span data-contrast="auto">reflection on the front wheels’ traction</span><span data-contrast="auto">. There’s little body roll, with the car staying stable and upright in and out of corners and on the roads in general. </span><span data-contrast="auto">The ride is </span><span data-contrast="auto">slightly </span><span data-contrast="auto">firm but not unpleasantly so, especially</span><span data-contrast="auto"> not for passengers</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> The car features</span><span data-contrast="auto"> standard</span><span data-contrast="auto"> safety features, including airbags</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and </span><span data-contrast="auto">an anti-lock braking system</span><span data-contrast="auto"> (ABS), and offers</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto"> cruise control</span><span data-contrast="auto">, but you’d have to add a pack for </span><span data-contrast="auto">some other </span><span data-contrast="auto">driver-assist features such as lane assist and parking sensors.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent boot space</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Safe, reliable handling</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Cruise control</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £1,600</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/nissan/qashqai/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read Qashqai review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/nissan/qashqai/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used Qashqais </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>9. MERCEDES BENZ A CLASS A180D HATCHBACK</h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Mercedes-BenzC-ClassSaloon-scaled-aspect-ratio-16-9-5-2048x1153.jpg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The Mercedes Benz A Class </span><span data-contrast="auto">180 d hatchback </span><span data-contrast="auto">with a 1.5 litre 180d engine does a handsome job on the mpg, </span><span data-contrast="auto">whether with 6-speed manual or automatic transmission, offering </span><span data-contrast="auto">between 60.1 and </span><span data-contrast="auto">62.8</span><span data-contrast="auto"> depending on your transmission choice</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Th</span><span data-contrast="auto">e </span><span data-contrast="auto">engine delivers </span><span data-contrast="auto">116 hp and 192 lb ft (260 Nm)</span><span data-contrast="auto">. Top speed: </span><span data-contrast="auto">126 mph. 0 to 62 mph.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">CO</span><span data-contrast="auto">2 </span><span data-contrast="auto">emissions are low at 120 g/km.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The car is agile</span><span data-contrast="auto"> out on the road</span><span data-contrast="auto">, but the body control is tight and </span><span data-contrast="auto">the traction is reasonable. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Quick but well-balanced steering makes </span><span data-contrast="auto">the car easy to drive </span><span data-contrast="auto">and you always feel in control when you’re behind the wheel.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> Give or take a little bounce, the ride is comfortable, with the suspension soaking up the bumps nicely.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> It’s a family hatchback with class really, is spacious inside and features </span><span data-contrast="auto">several safety and </span><span data-contrast="auto">driver-assist functions</span><span data-contrast="auto"> as standard</span><span data-contrast="auto">, </span><span data-contrast="auto">including emergency braking systems.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Classy family hatchback</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Handsome mileage per gallon</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Automatic and manual transmission offers similar mpg in basic spec</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £</span><span data-contrast="auto">500</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/mercedes-benz/a-class/reviews/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read A Class review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/mercedes-benz/a-class/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used A Class </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car"> <h3>10. VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT SALOON 2.0 TDI EVO SCR </h3> <div class="car_details__car__images "> <div class="car_details__car__image"> <div class="background " style="background-image: url('https://news.motors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/volkswagen-passat-gte-scaled-1-aspect-ratio-16-9-1-2048x1153.jpg');"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details"> <div class="car_details__car__details__left"> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Choose a VW Passat </span><span data-contrast="auto">SE Nav </span><span data-contrast="auto">saloon with a 2.0 litre TDI EVO SCR engine and you’ll</span><span data-contrast="auto"> get 55.4 to 60.1 out of your vehicle. Emissions-wise, you’re looking at 124 to 133 g/km. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Behind it all is a </span><span data-contrast="auto">148 hp engine</span><span data-contrast="auto">,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> with </span><span data-contrast="auto">251 lb ft (340 Nm) of torque supporting it</span><span data-contrast="auto">, which </span><span data-contrast="auto">powers it from </span><span data-contrast="auto">0 to 62 mph in </span><span data-contrast="auto">8.9 seconds and a top speed of 139 mph.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">It’s a tidy diesel to drive</span><span data-contrast="auto">, with the</span><span data-contrast="auto"> 6-speed</span><span data-contrast="auto"> manual transmission allowing you to transition smoothly enough between gears,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and the suspension </span><span data-contrast="auto">balances </span><span data-contrast="auto">soft and firm </span><span data-contrast="auto">well. Ultimately, this saloon is at </span><span data-contrast="auto">home on the motorway or on smaller roads</span><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto">Admittedly, there’s a tiny touch of body lean, but overall the car has good grip on the roads. </span><span data-contrast="auto">While you’re behind the wheel, you also have the support of driver-assist systems such as lane assist, travel assist and parking sensors, which come as standard, helping you to feel that little bit more confident as you manoeuvre the vehicle.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> <div class="car_details__car__details__right"> <h3> Best Features </h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Well-balanced suspension</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Comfortable and spacious inside</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="17" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lots of boot space</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233279":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Prices start from £400</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p> </div> </div> <div class="car_details__car__buttons"> <div class="car_details__car__buttons__outer"> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/volkswagen/passat/reviews" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary"> Read Passat review </a> <a href="https://www.motors.co.uk/volkswagen/passat/used-cars/" target="_blank" class="button option-end-full option-primary option-nobackground"> Search Used Passats </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="option-primary call-outs layout-nobackground option-rounded option-background_type-fill option-link" > <div class="container"> <a title="" class="call-outs-content option-primary"> <div class="call-outs-content-text"> <h3>Die-hard diesel fan? 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