GOING ‘GREEN’

If you want to go for an Electric or part-time electric model, you will find that the price range is even higher than a hybrid vehicle. Hybrids can be as much as 20% more expensive than its industry counterpart – ie. One powered by a conventional engine. There are some government/industry schemes available to help with the costs, so it would be an idea to do some research prior to your purchase. These types of vehicles will not normally be subject to Road tax; which could save you hundreds, maybe even thousands of pounds over the lifetime of the car. You can find this in other cars like the Alfa Romeo Twin Air – its engine emissions are just 99 g/km±, which means it is zero road tax rated and just 11% BIK.

Hybrids vary in specification, but there are two general types. Pure hybrids and mild hybrids. Pure will deliver significantly increased gas mileage an improvement of between 40-50 mpg; at a significantly higher purchase price. Whereas Mild deliver less improvement in fuel efficiency, but this will therefore come at a lower cost.