The best SUVs that produce less than 100g/km of CO2
The cars on this list are spacious and emit less than 100g/km of CO2, which makes them clean and green. Pictures: PA
The SUV market is overflowing with competition and there are some excellent examples to choose from.
Practicality and low emissions are key selling points if you want a family car that is going to be cheap to run and easy to live with.
The cars on this list are spacious and emit less than 100g/km of CO2, which makes them clean and green.
So, if you’re thinking about buying a new SUV and want something that will be kind to your wallet, here are the best options.
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The Citroen e-C3 Aircross is one of the best budget-friendly SUVs on the market today.
It comes with an electric powertrain, which means it produces 0g/km of CO2 and can be specced with 44kWh and 54kWh battery packs that deliver claimed electric ranges of 304km and 400km, respectively.
All models come with lots of interior space and the rear doors open nice and wide to make it easy to get in and out of.
Plus, all cars are fitted with Citroen’s ‘Advanced Comfort’ front seats and suspension, making this French SUV one of the most relaxing cars in its class on a long journey.
The Cupra Formentor is a sporty and stylish Spanish alternative in this sector of the market.
The ‘eHybrid’ plug-in hybrid model is fitted with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine mated to an electric motor and a 19.7kWh battery pack that can take the car more than 113km on electric power and emits just 35g/km of CO2.
Its exterior design boasts lots of Cupra’s copper-accented trim, while all cars are good to drive, provide a lot of interior space and are packed full of standard kit.
Hyundai’s Tucson is one of Ireland's best-selling cars and the plug-in hybrid model adds even more appeal.
It’s hooked up to a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine mated to an electric motor and 13.8kWh battery pack that emits just 23g/km of CO2 and can take the car a claimed 70km on electric power.
The Tucson is a handsome-looking SUV with lots of bold styling cues, while its interior is logically laid out with plush, textured materials.
There’s also lots of interior space for occupants and all models provide a sporty driving experience thanks to the sharp handling and well-tuned chassis.
Large electric SUVs are growing in popularity and the Kia EV9 is one of the best on the market.
With its bold styling, premium-feeling cabin and excessive amount of cabin space, the EV9 could fit into your life very nicely.
It’s fitted with a 99.8kWh battery pack and an electric motor to deliver a claimed range of up to 560km between trips to the plug, while producing 0g/km of CO2.
The EV9 is a very big car, but the engineers at Kia have extensively tested it to make sure it feels as agile and driver-focused as it can. The steering is well weighted and there is minimal body lean when entering a corner.
Furthermore, there is a choice of six- and seven-seat options to make the EV9 the perfect large electric SUV for a family.
Chinese SUVs have come over to the UK market in droves, and the MG HS is by far one of the best.
MG has come on leaps and bounds when it comes to quality, and the HS is a great example of that statement.
Its cabin is full of soft-touch materials while there is an efficient plug-in hybrid powertrain available that’s equipped with a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine joined to an electric motor and 24.7kWh battery pack that can take the car 120km on electric power while emitting just 12g/km of CO2.
The Toyota C-HR is a stylish and durable choice that can be specced with an efficient plug-in hybrid setup.
Under the bonnet lies a 2.0-litre petrol engine hooked up to an electric motor and 13.6kWh battery pack that can take the car a claimed 66km on battery power and emits just 19g/km of CO2.
The latest C-HR has a bold exterior design with its hidden rear door handles, swollen rear haunches and two-tone paint scheme that makes it really stand out on the road.
Plus, all models come with Toyota’s 10-year Relax Warranty, which means owners receive a 12-month or 15,000-kilometre warranty until the vehicle is 10 years old or surpasses 185,000 kilometres, as long as their vehicle is serviced at a Toyota-franchised dealer.
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