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With fuel prices at an all-time high, it’s no wonder that motorists are looking to save money. Although there are many ways to really get the most out of a tank of fuel, real savings come from choosing a fuel-efficient, approved used car.&nbsp;

In recent years, emission regulations have led to many car manufacturers developing fuel saving technologies, including improved combustion engines, and enhanced aerodynamics. These updates, combined with small engine cars, result in big savings at the pump.&nbsp;

Many drivers prefer a more powerful car, however, there are loads of perks to buying or leasing a smaller, fuel-efficient used car. These little machines often prove to be a lot of fun to drive and have the added benefit of being ULEZ-compliant (for anyone driving in the city), plus it’s easier to find parking as well.&nbsp;

In addition, insurance and road tax is often lower and regular maintenance costs are likely to be less if the car is kept in good condition.&nbsp;

caruno helps you find the right affordable vehicle to suit your lifestyle. With our wide range of high-quality used cars, we are committed to offering a variety of makes and models for your leasing or buying needs.&nbsp;

To help you in this search, here are 7 cheap, fuel-efficient used cars to buy or to lease now.

Fuel economy: 58.9 - 67.3 mpg&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/cars/toyota">Toyota</a> Prius has become one of the best-known hybrids on the planet. Boasting improved performance and fuel saving capabilities, it now offers an EPA-estimated fuel economy of just 56mpg.&nbsp;

This all-wheel-drive houses two separate power plants; a 1.8-litre, non-turbocharged, petrol engine that produces 97bhp, alongside with a battery-powered electric motor that adds a further 71bhp to the car’ output. It accelerates from 0-60mph in 10.5 seconds, and produces a top speed of 112mph.&nbsp;

With plenty of storage space, decent tech, and a modern looking exterior, this quiet and comfortable ride is worth your consideration.&nbsp;

Fuel economy: 45.6 – 70.6 mpg&nbsp;

The fuel-efficient <a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/cars/vauxhall">Vauxhall</a> Corsa has been one of the UK’s best-selling cars for many years.&nbsp;

This five-door hatchback is powered by a three-cylinder, 1.2-litre petrol engine that produces 75bhp. Paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, the Corsa can accelerate from 0-62mph in 13.2 seconds and offers a top speed of 108mph.&nbsp;

The exterior design includes smart LED headlights, body coloured front and rear bumpers, a tailgate spoiler, and 16-inch alloy wheels.

The Corsa also boasts an updated cabin featuring a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, smartphone mirroring, along with heated front seats and steering wheel. 

Fuel economy: 47.9 – 68.9 mpg&nbsp;

The surprisingly spacious <a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/cars/renault">Renault</a> Clio with its 391-litre boot space and plenty of passenger room is another small car worth your attention.&nbsp;

With its stylish exterior design, LED headlights, alloy wheels and body-coloured bumpers, the Clio is certainly easy to look at.

This five-door hatchback with its fuel-efficient 1.0-litre, three-cylinder turbo petrol engine is pleasantly quiet. It is capable of accelerating from 0-60mph in 16.2 seconds and produces a top speed of 99mph.

The interior is packed with plenty of tech including a modern touchscreen display that is compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Fuel economy: 47.9 – 60.1 mpg&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/cars/mazda">Mazda</a> have been developing their ‘SkyActiv’ engine technology for some time, resulting in the Mazda 2’s fuel-efficient 1.5-litre petrol engine. Producing 74bhp, this model can accelerate from 0-60mph in 11.1 seconds and offers a top speed of 106mph. Best of all, it has a fuel economy of 60.1mpg.

The Mazda 2 is known as one of the best handling B-segment hatchbacks. Upgraded power steering, combined with the brand’s G-Vectoring Control Plus (GVC Plus) system, has further improved the car’s handling, traction, and cornering stability.

Interior wise, the Mazda 2 comes with integrated Bluetooth, cruise control and satellite navigation.

Fuel economy: 42.8 – 53.3 mpg&nbsp;

The exterior of the <a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/cars/nissan">Nissan</a> Micra has been greatly improved over the years, and now boasts a more athletic, eye-catching design. The sloping roofline looks good, but it does minimise the rear passenger room and luggage space. Nevertheless, it is spacious for a supermini model.

The car’s fuel-efficient, 0.9-litre I3 turbo engine produces 89bhp and offers a surprisingly zippy performance. Able to accelerate form 0-62mph in 12.1 seconds, and offering a top speed of 109mph, the Mica will get you from A to B.

The cabin houses a unique looking dashboard, easy-to-use infotainment system, and is filled with soft touch materials.&nbsp;

Fuel economy: 46.3 – 47.9 mpg&nbsp;

Wait a minute, what’s an <a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/cars/audi">Audi</a> doing on this list?&nbsp;

It’s no mistake, the A1 supermini, with its eye-catching good looks, offers the perfect combination of luxury, performance, and affordability.&nbsp;

This athletic looking five-door hatchback packs a fuel-efficient, 1.0-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine that produces 109bhp. This allows the A1 to accelerate from 0-62mph in 10.9 seconds and to produce a top speed of 116mph.

The A1 also features 16-inch alloy wheels, a 10.25-inch instrument cluster, an 8.8-inch MMI radio touchscreen and a six-speaker audio system. Add class leading tech, driver assistance, and safety features to the setup, and you have one amazing little car.

Fuel economy: 42.8 – 62.8 mpg&nbsp;

The <a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/cars/honda">Honda</a> Jazz is yet another fuel-efficient car worth taking a look at.&nbsp;

This five-door hatchback is sporting multiple updates including a new grille, hood, and front bumper, along with the introduction of LED daytime running lights, and a more refined interior.

The Jazz is powered by a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder, petrol-electric engine, which is combined with two electric motors. The petrol engine is used mainly as a generator to feed the battery, with the car driving on electric wherever possible. This means big savings on fuel.

Producing 97bhp, the Jazz is capable of accelerating from 0-62mph in 9.4 seconds, and produces a top speed of 109mph.&nbsp;

We stock a wide-range of fuel-efficient used cars, all of which have been fully reconditioned, thoroughly inspected inside and out, road tested, and deep cleaned. At caruno, all our approved used cars have been through a vigorous <a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/about-us/caruno-car-quality/">275-point check</a>, and are ready for you to browse, select, and reserve.&nbsp;

Start your search <a href="https://www.caruno.co.uk/cars/">here</a>.

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