The Ten Best Green Cars

The motoring world is changing. Fuel prices are spiralling out of control and the cost of insurance has risen by over 40% according to the AA.

People are starting to turn to environmentally friendly cars to help them during this difficult time, in an attempt to get cheaper car insurance and reduce their overall fuel bill.

In order to help people on their quest for the best green car available, we therefore list the ten best environmentally cars available assessed based not only on fuel efficiency but also on practicality. This has helped us come up with a more realistic and less biased list:

10. REVAi- G-Whiz
Fuel efficiency: Electric motor
C02 emission: 0 g/km
Top speed: 50 mph
Price: £12,000

The Indian based REVA electrical company produced the first all electric car which was available in the UK under the name of the G-Whiz which was first launched in 2003. It allegedly has enough room for two adults and two children and is capable of 75 miles between charges thanks to its lithium-ion batteries, which enabled it to revolutionise the electric car world at the time of its launch.

However, despite the valiant efforts sales have been affected by the UK’s lack of recharging station infrastructure and the fact that it only has a top speed of 50mph.

9. Citroen C2 Diesel
Fuel efficiency: 68.9 mpg
C02 emission: 113 g/km
Top speed: 102 mph
Price: £10,959

The C2 is arguable the best looking of Citroen’s small vehicle range and has excellent fuel economy, with the 1.4 litre diesel engine capable of 68.9 mpg (miles per gallon). This fuel efficiency is partly achieving with helped from the ‘stop and start’ engine feature, which cuts out the engine while at traffic lights in order to reduce fuel consumption.

It should be noted though, that this efficiency figure is not as impressive as it first appears. Diesel obviously costs more than petrol which means that the fuel cost savings will not be spectacular. Regardless of this, the C2 will still be viewed positively by insurers who offer environmental discounts though, as its low C02 emissions have resulted in the green car tag.

However, reliability has been a concern with some consumers complaining of engine management and suspension problems. There has also been mention of flimsy interior and inherent electric gremlins which along with the fact it is a diesel, some what take away from the C2 appeal.

8. Citroen C3 Diesel
Fuel efficiency: 67.3 mpg
C02 emission: 113 g/km
Top speed: 101.3 mph
Price: £10,790

The slightly larger C3 also has impressive efficiency with the same 1.4 litre diesel engine. Like the C2, the C3 comes equipped with the ‘stop and start’ engine feature which aids fuel efficiency. However, the larger size means a slight reduction to 67.3 mpg.

Unfortunately this close link to the C2 means that it also has many of its reported flaws, with concerns over reliability and the sturdiness of the interior. However, the engine management and suspension problems have not been reported on this model which results in it finishing one place above its little brother.

7. Renault Clio Diesel
Fuel efficiency: 67.3 mpg
C02 emission: 94 g/km
Top speed: 100 mph
Price: £10,595

No one can say that the Clio is not a good looking car, with its looks having won over many critics since it replaced the Renault Five in the early 1990s. The 1.5 diesel engine is also a crowd pleaser, as it is capable of 67.3 mpg which is amazingly exactly the same as the C3. However, the Clio has the edge over its French rival as its handling and power are far superior.
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Top 10 Best Sellers Cars of 2009

Astra_bestseller_2009The fat lady has not sung Auld Lang Syne yet, so here are the UK’s top selling cars of 2009 for the years until today. Since we amateurism in nostalgia, we have also got 1999’s Greatest Hits for you.

What were you doing 10 years for our buying habits? Well, while we are supersizing at McDonald’s, it’s a different story on the atria. Ford and GM still dominate the top 10, but also big brands Salons drop well down the ranking, to be replaced by smaller cars.

The first four have not changed a bit, but also small fish Fiesta and Corsa are now pre-selling their bigger brothers Focus and Astra, while Renault has dropped out of the race at all. It is hard on our roads without the mini-busts, which is now in the top 10, but it was present even a gleam in his eyes BMW product planner in 1999.

One of the secrets of the past ten years, remains – exactly when minicab drivers and police officers lose first dibs on a white car?

2009’s Top 10 (year to date)                                                 1999 Top 10

1) Ford Fiesta                                                                           1) Ford Focus
2) Ford Focus                                                                           2) Ford Fiesta
3) Vauxhall Corsa                                                                    3) Vauxhall Astra
4) Vauxhall Astra                                                                      4) Vauxhall Corsa
5) Volkswagen Golf                                                                  5) Opel Vectra
6) Peugeot 207                                                                         6) Ford Mondeo
7) BMW 3-Series                                                                      7) Renault Megane
8 ) Mini                                                                                        8 ) Renault Clio
9) Vauxhall Insignia                                                                 9) Volkswagen Golf
10) Ford Mondeo                                                                     10) Peugeot 206

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Top 10 Sucks Car sales 2009

honda_s2000It’s been with the old for a variety of models in 2009 provoked some teary-eyed goodbyes happy told a couple of them at the factory door hit them on the bumper on the way out. We pick the happiest and saddest farewell of the year.
Do not leave me! I can change!
1) Honda S2000

A sculpture drop-top with rear-wheel drive and a hectic schizophrenic VTEC engine. What’s not to like? Oh yes, his ability in wet conditions, even when driving in a straight line to turn.
2) Volkswagen Golf Mk1

No, really – we are not stuck in 1984 with Keeley Hawes. They have been making versions of the original golf in South Africa since 1978, but the last post has finally been parped for the Mk1. Cry.
3) Bentley Arnage

The last of the Roller-derived Bentley signaled the end of an era that began 1931st New Mulsanne be technically superior, but nostalgia has been sewn into the car. We will miss it, how we miss David Niven mustache too.
Gone. And forgotten.
4) Vauxhall Astra Mk5

Another compact Vauxhall, which do not quite hit the mark. Tragic chrome cummerbund on the back of most of 101 rooms.
5) Pontiac G6

… And all other Pontiac. A white G6 was the last of the brand has ever produced. Frankly, you can put any picture as the original Pontiac GTO?
6) Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Never quite the sum of its high-tech parts, and certainly not enough to have been sold at the asking price of £ 314k – only 1700th Too heavy? Too nervous? Too expensive? And rightly so.

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Hot Cars 2008 @ CarzPage.com

Audi S5

It’s getting hot in here! Hot cars are finally uncovered. These cars are for the year 2008. Hot in the sense of uniqueness, design, road ability, speed, safety, etc. Come and take a glance through hottest cars of 2008.

Sleek, sexy, and hot cars are unveiled during the New York International Automobile Show. First is the . It is a sporty car equipped with V8 engine, 12-speaker sound, and other entertainment devices. Next, the Ford Mustang GT500K; it was the real-eye catcher during the show. The Chevrolet Beat is the sexiest and most attractive. The uniqueness of the Ford Airstream made it hot. Last but not the least included in the list is the 2008 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible.

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Those were some cars that are judged as hot during the show. However, the verdict is still on the hands of the owner, whether he / she thinks his / her car to be hot! Hence, hotness is not only measured through uniqueness, sexy appeal, and sleek. Hot cars may also be those that provide utmost safety, comfy, and smooth ride. Now if possible, go to your garage and check your car out. Is it hot or not? What do you think?

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CarZPage TOP 10 cars of 2007

The CarZPage Santa decided to bring you an early gift because all of our readers have been so kind to us for the past year.We realy appreciate your support and hope that you’ll be willing to at least bear with us through 12 more car-addicted months.

And now,the TOP 10 CARS of 2007:

On the 10th place we find the Pontiac Solstice GXP.Although the European inspired roadster unleashes its 260 HP in a very good way,I can’t stop wondering why didn’t Pontiac explore more the retro design.Wanting to satisfy both the American and the European market,this car just hasn’t got enough to make it to the top.pontiac

9th place is filled by the Porsche 911 Turbo.A fabulous car,a masterpiece of German engineering,the „new” 911 leaves me wanting for a brand new face on a brilliant car.Because it’s begining to get boring,the racer from Stuttgart takes only 9th place.911

Number 8 is the Jaguar XKR.If that’s not gorgeous then I don’t know what is!Having a supermodel body and a heart of a horse,the new XKR can make your blood pressure rise but would you realy pay 60.000 euros for an Aston Martin replica?xkr

If you’ve got rocket fuel flowing through your veins then the next car is for you:7th place,the Porsche 911 GT3.One of my favourites,feeling as comfortable on the road as well as on the circuit,this tarmack swallowing racer puts a hole through your heart as well as through your pocket.It doesn’t manage to be a working class hero so it lands 7th on our top.

gt3

On the 6th spot is the all time favorite with boy racers:the BMW M3.BMW had a brilliant idea when it decided to take a normal car and turn it into a fantasy maker.Good for cruising on the freeway or displaying a perfect drift,the M3 is the first car on our top that excites both business men and boy racers.m3

On the 5th place I’ve slaped the Maserati Spyder Gransport.A car that can turn you into a gentleman or a speed freack,another Italin beauty with a twist:great bottom,not so good face.Because it doesn’t have a perfect body,it gets 5th place.gransport

Next on our top is the Lamborghini Murcielago LP640.I think it deserves 4th place even though it’s an old car with a facelift.It has to be said that the 6 year old engine can still do its job very well and the doors will never dissapoint.lambo

Number 3 is a true LeMans winner:the Audi R8.Audi did mankind a big favour when it gave it the road version of their LeMans racer mostly because everyone who has 110.000 dollars can feel like a winner all they want.Because it’s better than a Christmass morning,the R8 also caught our hearts.r8

Only 2 more to go and 2nd place goes to Mercedes for their CL 65 AMG.With a sleack body and a monster of an engine the AMG version of the popular CL65 eats the road like a hungry dragon.If you’re a little nuts and you have a death wish then this is the car for you.

cl65

And finally,our 2007 favorite,the Bentley Continental GTC.Because it has it all:a breath taking design,british and german engineering, a spotless interior and more sex appeal than a stripper,this mean cruising machine takes the 1st place.gt

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