- Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid: 0.7 l/100km, 17 g/km CO₂, 224 HP, €45,421.
- Toyota Yaris Hybrid: 3.9–4.3 l/100km, 88–98 g/km CO₂, 116 HP, €21,814.
- Honda Jazz e:HEV: 4.7 l/100km, 102 g/km CO₂, 122 HP, €27,200.
- Renault Clio E-Tech Hybrid and VW Polo 1.6 TDI: ~4.2–4.3 l/100km, 96–109 g/km CO₂.
In 2025, hybrid and small capacity diesel engines reach record figures in terms of economy. The list of models with the lowest average consumption (WLTP), excluding 100% electric vehicles, includes both conventional hybrids and plug-in hybrids, as well as efficient diesel models. In the table below, you will find, for each car: model, engine type, average WLTP consumption (liters/100km), CO₂ emissions (g/km), power in HP, transmission type, and starting price in euros (incl. VAT):
| Model | Engine Type | Average WLTP Consumption (l/100 km) | CO₂ (g/km) | Power (HP) | Transmission | Starting Price (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid | Plug-in hybrid (petrol+electric) | 0.7 | 17 | 223 | e-CVT | 45,421 |
| Toyota Yaris Hybrid | Hybrid (petrol+electric) | 3.9 – 4.3 | 88 – 98 | 116 (DIN) | e-CVT | 21,814 |
| Honda Jazz e:HEV | Hybrid (petrol+electric) | 4.7 | 102 | 122 | e-CVT | 27,200 |
| Renault Clio E-Tech Hybrid | Hybrid (petrol+electric) | 4.3 | 96 | 140 | E-Tech automatic | 20,900 |
| VW Polo 1.6 TDI | Diesel | 4.2 | 109 | 102 (75 kW) | 5-speed manual | 20,332 |
- *The Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (224 HP) surprises with an extremely low consumption of 0.7 l/100 km and emissions of only 17 g/km CO₂, thanks to a 2.0 L petrol engine combined with an electric motor and plug-in battery (e-CVT transmission). In Romania, the base version starts at ≈45,421 €.
- Toyota Yaris Hybrid (116 HP hybrid) offers a combined consumption of only ~3.9–4.3 l/100 km and emissions of 88–98 g/km. With e-CVT transmission, it remains a popular and efficient choice, starting from ≈21,814 €.
- Honda Jazz e:HEV (122 HP, self-charging hybrid) achieves in WLTP a mixed consumption of ~4.7 l/100 km and emissions of ~102 g/km. Its e-CVT transmission and generous interior space make the Jazz a very efficient urban model, with a price from ≈27,200 €.
- Renault Clio E-Tech Hybrid 145 (140 HP hybrid) combines the 1.6 L petrol engine with electric units and a multi-speed automatic gearbox. According to Renault, it has an average WLTP consumption of 4.3 l/100 km and emissions of 96 g/km. The starting price in Romania is ≈20,900 €.
- VW Polo 1.6 TDI (diesel, 102 HP) remains one of the most economical diesel options: combined WLTP consumption of ~4.2 l/100 km and 109 g/km CO₂. With a 5-speed manual transmission and modest power, it starts from ~20,332 €.
These models stand out due to technologies dedicated to fuel economy (Honda/Toyota e-CVT hybrid systems, intelligent automatic gearbox from Renault, etc.) and technical optimization (for example, Polo’s efficient 1.6 diesel engine). Conclusion: Choosing a low-consumption vehicle – whether it’s a conventional hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or efficient diesel – means lower running costs and reduced emissions. The models above are suitable for drivers mindful of budget and the environment, offering current performance with minimal consumption.
