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Introduction |
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Climate Change, often referred to as Global Warming, is considered to be one of the greatest
environmental threats facing the World today. When petrol, diesel or certain alternative fuels
are burnt for energy in an engine the main by-products are water and Carbon Dioxide (CO2).
Carbon Dioxide, although not directly harmful to human health, is the most significant of the
greenhouse gases contributing to Climate Change. Cars make a significant contribution to
overall emissions of CO2 in the UK. Additionally, and especially in urban areas, road
transport is also one of the major sources of emissions which are harmful to human health.
The purpose of this information is to aid consumers in making an informed choice when buying a new car. It lists the fuel consumption, CO2, and other emissions performance figures of NEW cars, currently on the market in the UK. It also seeks to advise on key environmental issues as well as giving guidance on ways of reducing the impact of cars on the environment. The figures shown are obtained during official tests, which are required before a model of car can be offered for sale. Figures are listed for most new petrol and diesel cars on sale in the UK as well as for some cars powered by alternative fuels (Liquid Petroleum Gas/Compressed Natural Gas) and some hybrid vehicles, which use both electric and internal combustion engines.
Important Note
Several different specifications (variants/versions) of a given
model may be grouped together in the list. These figures are therefore
indicative only. A definitive figure for a given specification will
be available at the point of sale. It should also be noted that as the
fuel consumption figures quoted are obtained under specific test conditions,
they may not be achieved under ‘real life’ driving conditions. However
the figures serve as a means of comparing models.
A searchable version of the data is available through the VCA website www.vcacarfueldata.org.uk, as is some historic information. It should be noted that the web version of this booklet is updated between publications so will contain the most up to date information.
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