Buy a fuel-efficient car
Buying a new car can be exciting and there are lots of options to consider.
Choosing a fuel-efficient car can save you thousands of dollars in petrol costs. It will also greatly reduce the greenhouse gas emissions you generate when driving.
All new motor vehicles sold in Australia have to display a fuel consumption label. Fuel consumption information is also available for many cars made before 2004.
Fuel consumption is a large percentage of the cost of running a car so choosing a car that will save fuel is a good financial decision.
Buying a fuel-efficient car step-by-step guide
| Step number | Step name | Action |
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| 1 | Consider the car you need |
Think about your day-to-day transport requirements. To choose the right car, consider:
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| 2 | Consider the car you want | You may have a favourite manufacturer or style of car. To choose the right car, consider how often you will use extra features like four-wheel drive or a large engine for towing a caravan. |
| 3 | Research the fuel efficiency |
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| 4 | Shop around |
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| 5 | Drive it efficiently |
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More information
See the following resources for more information about fuel efficient cars:
Why do it?
- Save money on your fuel costs
- Find out what your car's greenhouse emissions are
Did you know?
A fuel efficient car can save up to 20 tonnes of greenhouse gas and $10,000 in fuel over its life.
What else can I do?
Take action
Page last modified: 19 May 2010