As you probably know, the daily Congestion Charge has been increased from GBP8 to GBP10, but the Euro V vehicles that emit less than 100 grams of CO2 per km are exempted from this. SEAT is offering two vehicles that are eligible for this, the Ibiza E Ecomotive and Leon E Ecomotive.
“The Ibiza E Ecomotive is the greenest of the green in SEAT’s range, with a CO2 rating of just 92 g/km. Its eye-catching combined fuel economy of 80.7 mpg, meanwhile, means that even with diesel set to rise to around £1.32 per litre at the pumps – an eye-watering £5.99 a gallon in ‘old money’ – a range of almost 800 miles will still cost only around £60. This impressive display of parsimony applies to the Ibiza E Ecomotive, whether it’s the slick SC (three-door), practical 5dr or roomy new ST (estate) model,” stated the press release.
Not only do the E Ecomotive models allow for a Congestion Charge exemption, but they also qualify for a GBP0 Road Fund Licence each year, allowing for further savings.
“Considering it is a family-sized car, the Leon E Ecomotive’s 99 g/km CO2 emissions are particularly impressive – as is its 74.3 mpg frugality. The Ibiza and Leon models achieve their impressive efficiency through careful optimisation of the latest technology, including common-rail TDI diesel engines (1.2 for the Ibiza, 1.6 for the Leon), Stop/Start system, gearshift indicator and Brake Energy Recovery technology. Furthermore, the Leon is equipped with low friction tyres and enhanced aerodynamics to reach its sub-100 g/km figure,” stated the press release.
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