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1. Shard Calculation

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Response:

Calculated Shard: 187 (from laksa186)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa187.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/most-fuel-efficient-cars-australia-petrol-diesel-hybrid\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/most-fuel-efficient-cars-australia-petrol-diesel-hybrid\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/news\/most-fuel-efficient-cars-australia-petrol-diesel-hybrid","crawl_time":1775421823,"first_indexed_time":1672520028,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"au,com,whichcar!www,\/news\/most-fuel-efficient-cars-australia-petrol-diesel-hybrid s443","src_root_hash":"14704019724760603987","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Australia's most fuel-efficient cars in 2024: Petrol, diesel and hybrid","meta_descriptions":["Every non-PHEV vehicle on sale in Australia with a claimed combined fuel efficiency of five litres per 100km or less."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"News\nHere's every car without a plug, on sale now, that sips five litres per 100km – or less\n18 Jun 2024 2:30 PM\nGallery\n1\nWhat are Australia’s best cars for good fuel efficiency?\nPlug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) often steal the spotlight regarding fuel-efficient internal-combustion cars, but other relatively green vehicles are available in Australia today.\nWhile Toyota Australia has\nretired the pioneering Prius hatchback after 21 years on sale\n,\nthe ‘regular’ hybrid powertrain\n– with no need to plug in – has become an increasingly popular, mainstream choice.\nThe most popular variants of Australia’s best-selling crossover, the\nToyota RAV4\nmidsize SUV, now feature a hybrid powertrain, while other brands such as\nHonda\n,\nKia\n,\nHyundai\nand\nLexus\nalso offer petrol-electric options.\n1\nWhichCar\nhas compiled data revealing each non-PHEV vehicle currently available in Australia with a combined fuel efficiency rated at five litres per 100 kilometres or less.\nHow is fuel consumption measured?\n‘Litres per 100km’\nis exactly as stated, relating to the distance you can travel on an amount of fuel. A lower number demonstrates better fuel-efficiency.\nFor example, a vehicle with a 40-litre fuel tank with a claimed fuel consumption of 5.0L\/100km will travel 800 kilometres from full to empty.\nHowever, this is in an ideal situation, as a vehicle’s true fuel economy can differ based on various driving conditions and your own approach to driving – including vehicle and occupant weight, acceleration, the weather, air-conditioning, windows up or down, tyre pressures, and the route.\n(Then, of course, there’s the ‘fuel reserve light’…)\n1\nFirstly, which car uses the least fuel of all cars in Australia?\nThe tiny\nToyota Yaris\nHybrid, powered by a low-capacity 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine with an electric motor, is currently the champ for using only a little fuel, claimed at just 3.3L\/100km. In our most recent testing, we achieved an impressive 4.1L\/100km in regular ‘daily driver’ activity.\nThe Yaris hybrid is followed by over 40 variants from 10 brands that lightly sip their fuel.\nThose include…\nMost of the vehicles featured include a hybrid powertrain; however, some pure petrol and diesel internal-combustion vehicles – including the\nAudi A3\n,\nMazda CX-60\nand\nVolkswagen Caddy\n– also feature on the interactive graph below.\nA more-comprehensive table detailing each vehicle’s engine, transmission, fuel and drive type, variant and combined fuel consumption (L\/100km) is available below:\nUPDATED: June 2024\nNote: Table scrolls horizontally to reveal more columns\nModel\nVariant\nCombined fuel consumption (L\/100km)\nEngine\nFuel\nMinimum RON\nTransmission\nDrive\nCombined CO2 output (g\/km)\nToyota Yaris\nAscent Sport, SX, ZR\n3.3L\n3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n76g\nLexus LBX\nLuxury, Sports Luxury\n3.8L\n3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n87g\nLexus LBX\nSports Luxury\n3.8L\n3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nAWD\n87g\nSuzuki Swift\nbase\n3.8L\n3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nManual\nFWD\n85g\nToyota Yaris Cross\nGX, GXL, GR Sport, Urban\n3.8L\n3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n86g\nHyundai i30 Sedan\nHybrid\n3.9L\n4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n92g\nHyundai Kona\nHybrid, Premium Hybrid\n3.9L\n4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n89g\nToyota Corolla sedan\nAscent Sport, SX, ZR Hybrid\n3.9L\n4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n86g\nKia Niro\nS, GT-Line Hybrid\n4.0L\n4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n91g\nSuzuki Swift\nbase, Plus, GLX\n4.0L\n3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n90g\nToyota C-HR\nGXL, Koba\n4.0L\n4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n89g\nToyota Corolla hatch\nAscent Sport, SX, ZR\n4.0L\n4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n97g\nToyota Yaris Cross\nGX, GXL, Urban\n4.0L\n3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nAWD\n90g\nToyota C-HR\nGR Sport\n4.1L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nAWD\n94g\nHonda Civic\nE:HEV LX\n4.2L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n96g\nLexus UX\nUX300h\n4.2L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n103g\nToyota Camry\nAscent Hybrid, Ascent Sport\n4.2L\n4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n96g\nHonda Accord\nE:HEV RS\n4.3L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n98g\nHonda HR-V\nE:HEV L\n4.3L\n4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n98g\nMG3\nExcite Hybrid+, Essence Hybrid+\n4.3L\n4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n100g\nToyota Corolla Cross\nGX, GXL, Atmos Hybrid\n4.3L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n97g\nLexus UX\nUX300h\n4.4L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nAWD\n107g\nToyota Corolla Cross\nGXL, Atmos Hybrid\n4.4L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nAWD\n101g\nToyota Camry\nSL\n4.5L\n4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n103g\nSuzuki Ignis\nGL\n4.7L\n4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A\nPetrol\n91\nManual\nFWD\n107g\nToyota Camry\nSX\n4.7L\n4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n107g\nToyota RAV4\nGX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser Hybrid\n4.7L\n4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n107g\nAudi Q5\n35 TDI\n4.8L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo\nDiesel\nu2013\nAutomatic\nFWD\n125g\nLexus ES\nES300h\n4.8L\n4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n109g\nToyota RAV4\nGX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser, Edge Hybrid\n4.8L\n4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nAWD\n110g\nAudi A3 sedan\n35 TFSI\n4.9L\n4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n111g\nAudi A4 Allroad\n40 TDI\n4.9L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo\nDiesel\nu2013\nAutomatic\nAWD\n130g\nFiat 500\nDolcevita\n4.9L\n4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n115g\nKia Sportage\nSX Hybrid, GT-Line Hybrid\n4.9L\n4-cyl, 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n110g\nMazda CX-60\nD50e Evolve, GT, Azami\n4.9L\n6-cyl, 3.3-litre turbo mild-hybrid\nDiesel\nu2013\nAutomatic\nAWD\n128g\nSuzuki Ignis\nGL, GLX, Shadow\n4.9L\n4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n114g\nVolkswagen Caddy\nTDI280\n4.9L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo\nDiesel\nu2013\nManual\nFWD\n129g\nVolkswagen Caddy\nTDI320\n4.9L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo\nDiesel\nu2013\nAutomatic\nFWD\n129g\nAudi A3 hatch\n35 TFSI\n5.0L\n4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n114g\nHonda ZR-V\nE:HEV LX\n5.0L\n4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n115g\nLexus NX\nNX350h\n5.0L\n4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\/AWD\n113-114g\nLexus RX\nRX350h\n5.0L\n4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n114g\nMazda 2\nG15 Pure, Pure SP, Evolve, GT\n5.0L\n4-cyl, 1.5-litre N\/A\nPetrol\n91\nAutomatic\nFWD\n117g\nVolkswagen Polo\n85TSI Life\n5.0L\n3-cyl, 1.0-litre turbo\nPetrol\n95\nAutomatic\nFWD\n123g\n1\nWhat is good fuel consumption per 100km?\nThere’s no simple answer here, because the fuel efficiency of a vehicle can vary widely depending on a number of factors – including the size and type of the vehicle, the type of fuel it uses, and the way it is driven.\nAs a general rule, smaller vehicles tend to have lower fuel consumption numbers than larger and less efficient vehicles. Likewise, performance-focused cars will consumer more fuel than ‘regular’ cars, although many have moved to very small turbocharged engines in a bid to keep fuel consumptions and carbon emissions as low as possible.\nAs a rough guideline\n, for petrol-powered vehicles, a fuel consumption of around 6-8 L\/100km could be considered good for a small or medium passenger car, while a fuel consumption of around 9-11 L\/100km could be considered good for a larger vehicle such as a large SUV. However, these numbers can vary depending on the specific make and model of the vehicle.\nOther questions about fuel consumption\nTo calculate fuel consumption, you can divide the distance travelled by the amount of fuel used. For example, if you travelled 100 kilometres and used 10 litres of fuel, your fuel consumption would be 10 litres per 100 kilometres (L\/100km). You can also use this formula to compare the fuel efficiency of different vehicles.\nSome ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency include driving steadily, avoiding aggressive acceleration and braking, keeping your tyres properly inflated, and using the recommended grade of motor oil.\nSome factors that can affect your vehicle’s fuel consumption include the type of fuel you use, the condition of your vehicle (such as the age of the engine and the condition of the tyres), the way you drive (such as your speed and acceleration habits), and the load you are carrying (such as the weight of passengers or cargo).\nSome easy ways to improve your fuel consumption include: Driving at a steady speed without aggressive acceleration, using the recommended motor oil, keeping your tyres properly inflated to reduce rolling resistance, avoiding carrying unnecessary weight in the car, and being sure not to keep drag-causing cargo pods or bikes attached to your car any longer than you need to.\nWant to read our reviews of the cars above? See the links below\nAudi A3\nAudi A4\nAudi Q5\nFiat 500\nHonda Accord\nHonda Civic\nHonda HR-V\nHonda ZR-V\nHyundai i30 Sedan\nHyundai Kona\nKia Niro\nKia Sportage\nLexus ES\nLexus LBX\nLexus NX\nLexus RX\nLexus UX\nMazda 2\nMazda CX-60\nMG3\nSuzuki Ignis\nSuzuki Swift\nToyota Camry\nToyota C-HR\nToyota Corolla\nToyota Corolla Cross\nToyota RAV4\nToyota Yaris\nToyota Yaris Cross\nVolkswagen Caddy\nVolkswagen Polo\nFollow WhichCar\/Wheels on Google\nClick the button below to make WhichCar by Wheels a preferred source for your news.\nSUBSCRIBE TO\nWHEELS\nfrom only $59\nBuy a 6 month subscription for just $59.\nSubscribe\nNEWS","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/news\/most-fuel-efficient-cars-australia-petrol-diesel-hybrid#content)\n\n[![WhichCar By Wheels](https:\/\/media.whichcar.com.au\/uploads\/2025\/07\/WhichCar_by_Wheels-Pos_Horizontal-2.png) ![WhichCar By 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RAV4**](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/toyota\/rav4) midsize SUV, now feature a hybrid powertrain, while other brands such as [**Honda**](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/honda), [**Kia**](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/kia), [**Hyundai**](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/hyundai)and [**Lexus**](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/lexus) also offer petrol-electric options.\n\n![](https:\/\/media.whichcar.com.au\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1a423280-2024-mg3-excite-thomaswielecki-18.jpg)\n\n1\n### *WhichCar* has compiled data revealing each non-PHEV vehicle currently available in Australia with a combined fuel efficiency rated at five litres per 100 kilometres or less.\n## How is fuel consumption measured?\n**‘Litres per 100km’** is exactly as stated, relating to the distance you can travel on an amount of fuel. A lower number demonstrates better fuel-efficiency.\n\nFor example, a vehicle with a 40-litre fuel tank with a claimed fuel consumption of 5.0L\/100km will travel 800 kilometres from full to empty.\n\nHowever, this is in an ideal situation, as a vehicle’s true fuel economy can differ based on various driving conditions and your own approach to driving – including vehicle and occupant weight, acceleration, the weather, air-conditioning, windows up or down, tyre pressures, and the route.\n\n(Then, of course, there’s the ‘fuel reserve light’…)\n\nMORE\n\n[How far can I drive with my fuel reserve light on?](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/advice\/fuel-light-how-far-can-you-drive)\n\nMORE\n\n[Does driving slower save fuel?](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/advice\/does-driving-slower-save-fuel)\n\nMORE\n\n[Top tips to save fuel](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/advice\/top-tips-to-save-fuel)\n\nMORE\n\n[Federal Budget: Real-world fuel emissions testing gets green light](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/news\/federal-budget-real-world-fuel-emissions-testing-gets-green-light)\n\n![](https:\/\/media.whichcar.com.au\/uploads\/2024\/02\/5591a869-2024-hyundai-i30-sedan-hybrid-entry-model-28.jpg)\n\n1\n## Firstly, which car uses the least fuel of all cars in Australia?\nThe tiny [Toyota Yaris](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/toyota\/yaris) Hybrid, powered by a low-capacity 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine with an electric motor, is currently the champ for using only a little fuel, claimed at just 3.3L\/100km. In our most recent testing, we achieved an impressive 4.1L\/100km in regular ‘daily driver’ activity.\n\nThe Yaris hybrid is followed by over 40 variants from 10 brands that lightly sip their fuel.\n\n### Those include…\nMost of the vehicles featured include a hybrid powertrain; however, some pure petrol and diesel internal-combustion vehicles – including the [Audi A3](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/audi\/a3), [Mazda CX-60](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/mazda\/cx-60) and [Volkswagen Caddy](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/volkswagen\/caddy) – also feature on the interactive graph below.\n\n### A more-comprehensive table detailing each vehicle’s engine, transmission, fuel and drive type, variant and combined fuel consumption (L\/100km) is available below:\n## UPDATED: June 2024\n*Note: Table scrolls horizontally to reveal more columns*\n\n| Model | Variant | Combined fuel consumption (L\/100km) | Engine | Fuel | Minimum RON | Transmission | Drive | Combined CO2 output (g\/km) |\n|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|\n| Toyota Yaris | Ascent Sport, SX, ZR | 3\\.3L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 76g |\n| Lexus LBX | Luxury, Sports Luxury | 3\\.8L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 87g |\n| Lexus LBX | Sports Luxury | 3\\.8L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 87g |\n| Suzuki Swift | base | 3\\.8L | 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Manual | FWD | 85g |\n| Toyota Yaris Cross | GX, GXL, GR Sport, Urban | 3\\.8L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 86g |\n| Hyundai i30 Sedan | Hybrid | 3\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 92g |\n| Hyundai Kona | Hybrid, Premium Hybrid | 3\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 89g |\n| Toyota Corolla sedan | Ascent Sport, SX, ZR Hybrid | 3\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 86g |\n| Kia Niro | S, GT-Line Hybrid | 4\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 91g |\n| Suzuki Swift | base, Plus, GLX | 4\\.0L | 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 90g |\n| Toyota C-HR | GXL, Koba | 4\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 89g |\n| Toyota Corolla hatch | Ascent Sport, SX, ZR | 4\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 97g |\n| Toyota Yaris Cross | GX, GXL, Urban | 4\\.0L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 90g |\n| Toyota C-HR | GR Sport | 4\\.1L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 94g |\n| Honda Civic | E:HEV LX | 4\\.2L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 96g |\n| Lexus UX | UX300h | 4\\.2L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 103g |\n| Toyota Camry | Ascent Hybrid, Ascent Sport | 4\\.2L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 96g |\n| Honda Accord | E:HEV RS | 4\\.3L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 98g |\n| Honda HR-V | E:HEV L | 4\\.3L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 98g |\n| MG3 | Excite Hybrid+, Essence Hybrid+ | 4\\.3L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 100g |\n| Toyota Corolla Cross | GX, GXL, Atmos Hybrid | 4\\.3L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 97g |\n| Lexus UX | UX300h | 4\\.4L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 107g |\n| Toyota Corolla Cross | GXL, Atmos Hybrid | 4\\.4L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 101g |\n| Toyota Camry | SL | 4\\.5L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 103g |\n| Suzuki Ignis | GL | 4\\.7L | 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A | Petrol | 91 | Manual | FWD | 107g |\n| Toyota Camry | SX | 4\\.7L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 107g |\n| Toyota RAV4 | GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser Hybrid | 4\\.7L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 107g |\n| Audi Q5 | 35 TDI | 4\\.8L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo | Diesel | u2013 | Automatic | FWD | 125g |\n| Lexus ES | ES300h | 4\\.8L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 109g |\n| Toyota RAV4 | GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser, Edge Hybrid | 4\\.8L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 110g |\n| Audi A3 sedan | 35 TFSI | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 111g |\n| Audi A4 Allroad | 40 TDI | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo | Diesel | u2013 | Automatic | AWD | 130g |\n| Fiat 500 | Dolcevita | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 115g |\n| Kia Sportage | SX Hybrid, GT-Line Hybrid | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 110g |\n| Mazda CX-60 | D50e Evolve, GT, Azami | 4\\.9L | 6-cyl, 3.3-litre turbo mild-hybrid | Diesel | u2013 | Automatic | AWD | 128g |\n| Suzuki Ignis | GL, GLX, Shadow | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 114g |\n| Volkswagen Caddy | TDI280 | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo | Diesel | u2013 | Manual | FWD | 129g |\n| Volkswagen Caddy | TDI320 | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo | Diesel | u2013 | Automatic | FWD | 129g |\n| Audi A3 hatch | 35 TFSI | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 114g |\n| Honda ZR-V | E:HEV LX | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 115g |\n| Lexus NX | NX350h | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD\/AWD | 113-114g |\n| Lexus RX | RX350h | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 114g |\n| Mazda 2 | G15 Pure, Pure SP, Evolve, GT | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre N\/A | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 117g |\n| Volkswagen Polo | 85TSI Life | 5\\.0L | 3-cyl, 1.0-litre turbo | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 123g |\n\n![](https:\/\/media.whichcar.com.au\/uploads\/2024\/03\/0f73bf15-2024-lexus-lbx-australian-review-whichcar-6.JPG)\n\n1\n## What is good fuel consumption per 100km?\nThere’s no simple answer here, because the fuel efficiency of a vehicle can vary widely depending on a number of factors – including the size and type of the vehicle, the type of fuel it uses, and the way it is driven.\n\nAs a general rule, smaller vehicles tend to have lower fuel consumption numbers than larger and less efficient vehicles. Likewise, performance-focused cars will consumer more fuel than ‘regular’ cars, although many have moved to very small turbocharged engines in a bid to keep fuel consumptions and carbon emissions as low as possible.\n\n**As a rough guideline**, for petrol-powered vehicles, a fuel consumption of around 6-8 L\/100km could be considered good for a small or medium passenger car, while a fuel consumption of around 9-11 L\/100km could be considered good for a larger vehicle such as a large SUV. However, these numbers can vary depending on the specific make and model of the vehicle.\n\n## Other questions about fuel consumption\nHow do you calculate fuel consumption?\n\nTo calculate fuel consumption, you can divide the distance travelled by the amount of fuel used. For example, if you travelled 100 kilometres and used 10 litres of fuel, your fuel consumption would be 10 litres per 100 kilometres (L\/100km). You can also use this formula to compare the fuel efficiency of different vehicles.\n\nHow can I improve my vehicle’s fuel efficiency?\n\nSome ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency include driving steadily, avoiding aggressive acceleration and braking, keeping your tyres properly inflated, and using the recommended grade of motor oil.\n\nWhat factors can affect my vehicle’s fuel consumption?\n\nSome factors that can affect your vehicle’s fuel consumption include the type of fuel you use, the condition of your vehicle (such as the age of the engine and the condition of the tyres), the way you drive (such as your speed and acceleration habits), and the load you are carrying (such as the weight of passengers or cargo).\n\nHow can I improve my fuel consumption?\n\nSome easy ways to improve your fuel consumption include: Driving at a steady speed without aggressive acceleration, using the recommended motor oil, keeping your tyres properly inflated to reduce rolling resistance, avoiding carrying unnecessary weight in the car, and being sure not to keep drag-causing cargo pods or bikes attached to your car any longer than you need to.\n## Want to read our reviews of the cars above? 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A lower number demonstrates better fuel-efficiency.\n\nFor example, a vehicle with a 40-litre fuel tank with a claimed fuel consumption of 5.0L\/100km will travel 800 kilometres from full to empty.\n\nHowever, this is in an ideal situation, as a vehicle’s true fuel economy can differ based on various driving conditions and your own approach to driving – including vehicle and occupant weight, acceleration, the weather, air-conditioning, windows up or down, tyre pressures, and the route.\n\n(Then, of course, there’s the ‘fuel reserve light’…)\n\n![](https:\/\/media.whichcar.com.au\/uploads\/2024\/02\/5591a869-2024-hyundai-i30-sedan-hybrid-entry-model-28.jpg)\n\n1\n## Firstly, which car uses the least fuel of all cars in Australia?\nThe tiny [Toyota Yaris](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/toyota\/yaris) Hybrid, powered by a low-capacity 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine with an electric motor, is currently the champ for using only a little fuel, claimed at just 3.3L\/100km. In our most recent testing, we achieved an impressive 4.1L\/100km in regular ‘daily driver’ activity.\n\nThe Yaris hybrid is followed by over 40 variants from 10 brands that lightly sip their fuel.\n\n### Those include…\nMost of the vehicles featured include a hybrid powertrain; however, some pure petrol and diesel internal-combustion vehicles – including the [Audi A3](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/audi\/a3), [Mazda CX-60](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/mazda\/cx-60) and [Volkswagen Caddy](https:\/\/www.whichcar.com.au\/volkswagen\/caddy) – also feature on the interactive graph below.\n\n### A more-comprehensive table detailing each vehicle’s engine, transmission, fuel and drive type, variant and combined fuel consumption (L\/100km) is available below:\n## UPDATED: June 2024\n*Note: Table scrolls horizontally to reveal more columns*\n\n| Model | Variant | Combined fuel consumption (L\/100km) | Engine | Fuel | Minimum RON | Transmission | Drive | Combined CO2 output (g\/km) |\n|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|\n| Toyota Yaris | Ascent Sport, SX, ZR | 3\\.3L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 76g |\n| Lexus LBX | Luxury, Sports Luxury | 3\\.8L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 87g |\n| Lexus LBX | Sports Luxury | 3\\.8L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 87g |\n| Suzuki Swift | base | 3\\.8L | 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Manual | FWD | 85g |\n| Toyota Yaris Cross | GX, GXL, GR Sport, Urban | 3\\.8L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 86g |\n| Hyundai i30 Sedan | Hybrid | 3\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 92g |\n| Hyundai Kona | Hybrid, Premium Hybrid | 3\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 89g |\n| Toyota Corolla sedan | Ascent Sport, SX, ZR Hybrid | 3\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 86g |\n| Kia Niro | S, GT-Line Hybrid | 4\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 91g |\n| Suzuki Swift | base, Plus, GLX | 4\\.0L | 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 90g |\n| Toyota C-HR | GXL, Koba | 4\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 89g |\n| Toyota Corolla hatch | Ascent Sport, SX, ZR | 4\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 97g |\n| Toyota Yaris Cross | GX, GXL, Urban | 4\\.0L | 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 90g |\n| Toyota C-HR | GR Sport | 4\\.1L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 94g |\n| Honda Civic | E:HEV LX | 4\\.2L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 96g |\n| Lexus UX | UX300h | 4\\.2L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 103g |\n| Toyota Camry | Ascent Hybrid, Ascent Sport | 4\\.2L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 96g |\n| Honda Accord | E:HEV RS | 4\\.3L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 98g |\n| Honda HR-V | E:HEV L | 4\\.3L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 98g |\n| MG3 | Excite Hybrid+, Essence Hybrid+ | 4\\.3L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 100g |\n| Toyota Corolla Cross | GX, GXL, Atmos Hybrid | 4\\.3L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 97g |\n| Lexus UX | UX300h | 4\\.4L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 107g |\n| Toyota Corolla Cross | GXL, Atmos Hybrid | 4\\.4L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 101g |\n| Toyota Camry | SL | 4\\.5L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 103g |\n| Suzuki Ignis | GL | 4\\.7L | 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A | Petrol | 91 | Manual | FWD | 107g |\n| Toyota Camry | SX | 4\\.7L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 107g |\n| Toyota RAV4 | GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser Hybrid | 4\\.7L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 107g |\n| Audi Q5 | 35 TDI | 4\\.8L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo | Diesel | u2013 | Automatic | FWD | 125g |\n| Lexus ES | ES300h | 4\\.8L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 109g |\n| Toyota RAV4 | GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser, Edge Hybrid | 4\\.8L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | AWD | 110g |\n| Audi A3 sedan | 35 TFSI | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 111g |\n| Audi A4 Allroad | 40 TDI | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo | Diesel | u2013 | Automatic | AWD | 130g |\n| Fiat 500 | Dolcevita | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 115g |\n| Kia Sportage | SX Hybrid, GT-Line Hybrid | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 110g |\n| Mazda CX-60 | D50e Evolve, GT, Azami | 4\\.9L | 6-cyl, 3.3-litre turbo mild-hybrid | Diesel | u2013 | Automatic | AWD | 128g |\n| Suzuki Ignis | GL, GLX, Shadow | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N\/A | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 114g |\n| Volkswagen Caddy | TDI280 | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo | Diesel | u2013 | Manual | FWD | 129g |\n| Volkswagen Caddy | TDI320 | 4\\.9L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo | Diesel | u2013 | Automatic | FWD | 129g |\n| Audi A3 hatch | 35 TFSI | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 114g |\n| Honda ZR-V | E:HEV LX | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 115g |\n| Lexus NX | NX350h | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD\/AWD | 113-114g |\n| Lexus RX | RX350h | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 114g |\n| Mazda 2 | G15 Pure, Pure SP, Evolve, GT | 5\\.0L | 4-cyl, 1.5-litre N\/A | Petrol | 91 | Automatic | FWD | 117g |\n| Volkswagen Polo | 85TSI Life | 5\\.0L | 3-cyl, 1.0-litre turbo | Petrol | 95 | Automatic | FWD | 123g |\n\n![](https:\/\/media.whichcar.com.au\/uploads\/2024\/03\/0f73bf15-2024-lexus-lbx-australian-review-whichcar-6.JPG)\n\n1\n## What is good fuel consumption per 100km?\nThere’s no simple answer here, because the fuel efficiency of a vehicle can vary widely depending on a number of factors – including the size and type of the vehicle, the type of fuel it uses, and the way it is driven.\n\nAs a general rule, smaller vehicles tend to have lower fuel consumption numbers than larger and less efficient vehicles. Likewise, performance-focused cars will consumer more fuel than ‘regular’ cars, although many have moved to very small turbocharged engines in a bid to keep fuel consumptions and carbon emissions as low as possible.\n\n**As a rough guideline**, for petrol-powered vehicles, a fuel consumption of around 6-8 L\/100km could be considered good for a small or medium passenger car, while a fuel consumption of around 9-11 L\/100km could be considered good for a larger vehicle such as a large SUV. However, these numbers can vary depending on the specific make and model of the vehicle.\n\n## Other questions about fuel consumption\nTo calculate fuel consumption, you can divide the distance travelled by the amount of fuel used. For example, if you travelled 100 kilometres and used 10 litres of fuel, your fuel consumption would be 10 litres per 100 kilometres (L\/100km). 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Boilerpipe Text	News Here's every car without a plug, on sale now, that sips five litres per 100km – or less 18 Jun 2024 2:30 PM Gallery 1 What are Australia’s best cars for good fuel efficiency? Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) often steal the spotlight regarding fuel-efficient internal-combustion cars, but other relatively green vehicles are available in Australia today. While Toyota Australia has retired the pioneering Prius hatchback after 21 years on sale , the ‘regular’ hybrid powertrain – with no need to plug in – has become an increasingly popular, mainstream choice. The most popular variants of Australia’s best-selling crossover, the Toyota RAV4 midsize SUV, now feature a hybrid powertrain, while other brands such as Honda , Kia , Hyundai and Lexus also offer petrol-electric options. 1 WhichCar has compiled data revealing each non-PHEV vehicle currently available in Australia with a combined fuel efficiency rated at five litres per 100 kilometres or less. How is fuel consumption measured? ‘Litres per 100km’ is exactly as stated, relating to the distance you can travel on an amount of fuel. A lower number demonstrates better fuel-efficiency. For example, a vehicle with a 40-litre fuel tank with a claimed fuel consumption of 5.0L/100km will travel 800 kilometres from full to empty. However, this is in an ideal situation, as a vehicle’s true fuel economy can differ based on various driving conditions and your own approach to driving – including vehicle and occupant weight, acceleration, the weather, air-conditioning, windows up or down, tyre pressures, and the route. (Then, of course, there’s the ‘fuel reserve light’…) 1 Firstly, which car uses the least fuel of all cars in Australia? The tiny Toyota Yaris Hybrid, powered by a low-capacity 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine with an electric motor, is currently the champ for using only a little fuel, claimed at just 3.3L/100km. In our most recent testing, we achieved an impressive 4.1L/100km in regular ‘daily driver’ activity. The Yaris hybrid is followed by over 40 variants from 10 brands that lightly sip their fuel. Those include… Most of the vehicles featured include a hybrid powertrain; however, some pure petrol and diesel internal-combustion vehicles – including the Audi A3 , Mazda CX-60 and Volkswagen Caddy – also feature on the interactive graph below. A more-comprehensive table detailing each vehicle’s engine, transmission, fuel and drive type, variant and combined fuel consumption (L/100km) is available below: UPDATED: June 2024 Note: Table scrolls horizontally to reveal more columns Model Variant Combined fuel consumption (L/100km) Engine Fuel Minimum RON Transmission Drive Combined CO2 output (g/km) Toyota Yaris Ascent Sport, SX, ZR 3.3L 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 76g Lexus LBX Luxury, Sports Luxury 3.8L 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 87g Lexus LBX Sports Luxury 3.8L 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic AWD 87g Suzuki Swift base 3.8L 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid Petrol 95 Manual FWD 85g Toyota Yaris Cross GX, GXL, GR Sport, Urban 3.8L 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 86g Hyundai i30 Sedan Hybrid 3.9L 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 92g Hyundai Kona Hybrid, Premium Hybrid 3.9L 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 89g Toyota Corolla sedan Ascent Sport, SX, ZR Hybrid 3.9L 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 86g Kia Niro S, GT-Line Hybrid 4.0L 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 91g Suzuki Swift base, Plus, GLX 4.0L 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 90g Toyota C-HR GXL, Koba 4.0L 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 89g Toyota Corolla hatch Ascent Sport, SX, ZR 4.0L 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 97g Toyota Yaris Cross GX, GXL, Urban 4.0L 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic AWD 90g Toyota C-HR GR Sport 4.1L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic AWD 94g Honda Civic E:HEV LX 4.2L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 96g Lexus UX UX300h 4.2L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 103g Toyota Camry Ascent Hybrid, Ascent Sport 4.2L 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 96g Honda Accord E:HEV RS 4.3L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 98g Honda HR-V E:HEV L 4.3L 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 98g MG3 Excite Hybrid+, Essence Hybrid+ 4.3L 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 100g Toyota Corolla Cross GX, GXL, Atmos Hybrid 4.3L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 97g Lexus UX UX300h 4.4L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic AWD 107g Toyota Corolla Cross GXL, Atmos Hybrid 4.4L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic AWD 101g Toyota Camry SL 4.5L 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 103g Suzuki Ignis GL 4.7L 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A Petrol 91 Manual FWD 107g Toyota Camry SX 4.7L 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 107g Toyota RAV4 GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser Hybrid 4.7L 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 107g Audi Q5 35 TDI 4.8L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo Diesel u2013 Automatic FWD 125g Lexus ES ES300h 4.8L 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 109g Toyota RAV4 GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser, Edge Hybrid 4.8L 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic AWD 110g Audi A3 sedan 35 TFSI 4.9L 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 111g Audi A4 Allroad 40 TDI 4.9L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo Diesel u2013 Automatic AWD 130g Fiat 500 Dolcevita 4.9L 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 115g Kia Sportage SX Hybrid, GT-Line Hybrid 4.9L 4-cyl, 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 110g Mazda CX-60 D50e Evolve, GT, Azami 4.9L 6-cyl, 3.3-litre turbo mild-hybrid Diesel u2013 Automatic AWD 128g Suzuki Ignis GL, GLX, Shadow 4.9L 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 114g Volkswagen Caddy TDI280 4.9L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo Diesel u2013 Manual FWD 129g Volkswagen Caddy TDI320 4.9L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo Diesel u2013 Automatic FWD 129g Audi A3 hatch 35 TFSI 5.0L 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 114g Honda ZR-V E:HEV LX 5.0L 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 115g Lexus NX NX350h 5.0L 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid Petrol 95 Automatic FWD/AWD 113-114g Lexus RX RX350h 5.0L 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 114g Mazda 2 G15 Pure, Pure SP, Evolve, GT 5.0L 4-cyl, 1.5-litre N/A Petrol 91 Automatic FWD 117g Volkswagen Polo 85TSI Life 5.0L 3-cyl, 1.0-litre turbo Petrol 95 Automatic FWD 123g 1 What is good fuel consumption per 100km? There’s no simple answer here, because the fuel efficiency of a vehicle can vary widely depending on a number of factors – including the size and type of the vehicle, the type of fuel it uses, and the way it is driven. As a general rule, smaller vehicles tend to have lower fuel consumption numbers than larger and less efficient vehicles. Likewise, performance-focused cars will consumer more fuel than ‘regular’ cars, although many have moved to very small turbocharged engines in a bid to keep fuel consumptions and carbon emissions as low as possible. As a rough guideline , for petrol-powered vehicles, a fuel consumption of around 6-8 L/100km could be considered good for a small or medium passenger car, while a fuel consumption of around 9-11 L/100km could be considered good for a larger vehicle such as a large SUV. However, these numbers can vary depending on the specific make and model of the vehicle. Other questions about fuel consumption To calculate fuel consumption, you can divide the distance travelled by the amount of fuel used. For example, if you travelled 100 kilometres and used 10 litres of fuel, your fuel consumption would be 10 litres per 100 kilometres (L/100km). You can also use this formula to compare the fuel efficiency of different vehicles. Some ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency include driving steadily, avoiding aggressive acceleration and braking, keeping your tyres properly inflated, and using the recommended grade of motor oil. Some factors that can affect your vehicle’s fuel consumption include the type of fuel you use, the condition of your vehicle (such as the age of the engine and the condition of the tyres), the way you drive (such as your speed and acceleration habits), and the load you are carrying (such as the weight of passengers or cargo). Some easy ways to improve your fuel consumption include: Driving at a steady speed without aggressive acceleration, using the recommended motor oil, keeping your tyres properly inflated to reduce rolling resistance, avoiding carrying unnecessary weight in the car, and being sure not to keep drag-causing cargo pods or bikes attached to your car any longer than you need to. Want to read our reviews of the cars above? See the links below Audi A3 Audi A4 Audi Q5 Fiat 500 Honda Accord Honda Civic Honda HR-V Honda ZR-V Hyundai i30 Sedan Hyundai Kona Kia Niro Kia Sportage Lexus ES Lexus LBX Lexus NX Lexus RX Lexus UX Mazda 2 Mazda CX-60 MG3 Suzuki Ignis Suzuki Swift Toyota Camry Toyota C-HR Toyota Corolla Toyota Corolla Cross Toyota RAV4 Toyota Yaris Toyota Yaris Cross Volkswagen Caddy Volkswagen Polo Follow WhichCar/Wheels on Google Click the button below to make WhichCar by Wheels a preferred source for your news. SUBSCRIBE TO WHEELS from only $59 Buy a 6 month subscription for just $59. 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While Toyota Australia has [retired the pioneering Prius hatchback after 21 years on sale](https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/toyota-prius-dead-pioneering-hybrid-removed-from-sale-in-australia), the ‘regular’ hybrid powertrain – with no need to plug in – has become an increasingly popular, mainstream choice. The most popular variants of Australia’s best-selling crossover, the [Toyota RAV4](https://www.whichcar.com.au/toyota/rav4) midsize SUV, now feature a hybrid powertrain, while other brands such as [Honda](https://www.whichcar.com.au/honda), [Kia](https://www.whichcar.com.au/kia), [Hyundai](https://www.whichcar.com.au/hyundai)and [Lexus](https://www.whichcar.com.au/lexus) also offer petrol-electric options. ![](https://media.whichcar.com.au/uploads/2024/06/1a423280-2024-mg3-excite-thomaswielecki-18.jpg) 1 ### WhichCar has compiled data revealing each non-PHEV vehicle currently available in Australia with a combined fuel efficiency rated at five litres per 100 kilometres or less. ## How is fuel consumption measured? ‘Litres per 100km’ is exactly as stated, relating to the distance you can travel on an amount of fuel. A lower number demonstrates better fuel-efficiency. For example, a vehicle with a 40-litre fuel tank with a claimed fuel consumption of 5.0L/100km will travel 800 kilometres from full to empty. However, this is in an ideal situation, as a vehicle’s true fuel economy can differ based on various driving conditions and your own approach to driving – including vehicle and occupant weight, acceleration, the weather, air-conditioning, windows up or down, tyre pressures, and the route. (Then, of course, there’s the ‘fuel reserve light’…) MORE [How far can I drive with my fuel reserve light on?](https://www.whichcar.com.au/advice/fuel-light-how-far-can-you-drive) MORE [Does driving slower save fuel?](https://www.whichcar.com.au/advice/does-driving-slower-save-fuel) MORE [Top tips to save fuel](https://www.whichcar.com.au/advice/top-tips-to-save-fuel) MORE [Federal Budget: Real-world fuel emissions testing gets green light](https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/federal-budget-real-world-fuel-emissions-testing-gets-green-light) ![](https://media.whichcar.com.au/uploads/2024/02/5591a869-2024-hyundai-i30-sedan-hybrid-entry-model-28.jpg) 1 ## Firstly, which car uses the least fuel of all cars in Australia? The tiny [Toyota Yaris](https://www.whichcar.com.au/toyota/yaris) Hybrid, powered by a low-capacity 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine with an electric motor, is currently the champ for using only a little fuel, claimed at just 3.3L/100km. In our most recent testing, we achieved an impressive 4.1L/100km in regular ‘daily driver’ activity. The Yaris hybrid is followed by over 40 variants from 10 brands that lightly sip their fuel. ### Those include… Most of the vehicles featured include a hybrid powertrain; however, some pure petrol and diesel internal-combustion vehicles – including the [Audi A3](https://www.whichcar.com.au/audi/a3), [Mazda CX-60](https://www.whichcar.com.au/mazda/cx-60) and [Volkswagen Caddy](https://www.whichcar.com.au/volkswagen/caddy) – also feature on the interactive graph below. ### A more-comprehensive table detailing each vehicle’s engine, transmission, fuel and drive type, variant and combined fuel consumption (L/100km) is available below: ## UPDATED: June 2024 Note: Table scrolls horizontally to reveal more columns \| Model \| Variant \| Combined fuel consumption (L/100km) \| Engine \| Fuel \| Minimum RON \| Transmission \| Drive \| Combined CO2 output (g/km) \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Toyota Yaris \| Ascent Sport, SX, ZR \| 3\.3L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 76g \| \| Lexus LBX \| Luxury, Sports Luxury \| 3\.8L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 87g \| \| Lexus LBX \| Sports Luxury \| 3\.8L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 87g \| \| Suzuki Swift \| base \| 3\.8L \| 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Manual \| FWD \| 85g \| \| Toyota Yaris Cross \| GX, GXL, GR Sport, Urban \| 3\.8L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 86g \| \| Hyundai i30 Sedan \| Hybrid \| 3\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 92g \| \| Hyundai Kona \| Hybrid, Premium Hybrid \| 3\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 89g \| \| Toyota Corolla sedan \| Ascent Sport, SX, ZR Hybrid \| 3\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 86g \| \| Kia Niro \| S, GT-Line Hybrid \| 4\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 91g \| \| Suzuki Swift \| base, Plus, GLX \| 4\.0L \| 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 90g \| \| Toyota C-HR \| GXL, Koba \| 4\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 89g \| \| Toyota Corolla hatch \| Ascent Sport, SX, ZR \| 4\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 97g \| \| Toyota Yaris Cross \| GX, GXL, Urban \| 4\.0L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 90g \| \| Toyota C-HR \| GR Sport \| 4\.1L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 94g \| \| Honda Civic \| E:HEV LX \| 4\.2L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 96g \| \| Lexus UX \| UX300h \| 4\.2L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 103g \| \| Toyota Camry \| Ascent Hybrid, Ascent Sport \| 4\.2L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 96g \| \| Honda Accord \| E:HEV RS \| 4\.3L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 98g \| \| Honda HR-V \| E:HEV L \| 4\.3L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 98g \| \| MG3 \| Excite Hybrid+, Essence Hybrid+ \| 4\.3L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 100g \| \| Toyota Corolla Cross \| GX, GXL, Atmos Hybrid \| 4\.3L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 97g \| \| Lexus UX \| UX300h \| 4\.4L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 107g \| \| Toyota Corolla Cross \| GXL, Atmos Hybrid \| 4\.4L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 101g \| \| Toyota Camry \| SL \| 4\.5L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 103g \| \| Suzuki Ignis \| GL \| 4\.7L \| 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A \| Petrol \| 91 \| Manual \| FWD \| 107g \| \| Toyota Camry \| SX \| 4\.7L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 107g \| \| Toyota RAV4 \| GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser Hybrid \| 4\.7L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 107g \| \| Audi Q5 \| 35 TDI \| 4\.8L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 125g \| \| Lexus ES \| ES300h \| 4\.8L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 109g \| \| Toyota RAV4 \| GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser, Edge Hybrid \| 4\.8L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 110g \| \| Audi A3 sedan \| 35 TFSI \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 111g \| \| Audi A4 Allroad \| 40 TDI \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 130g \| \| Fiat 500 \| Dolcevita \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 115g \| \| Kia Sportage \| SX Hybrid, GT-Line Hybrid \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 110g \| \| Mazda CX-60 \| D50e Evolve, GT, Azami \| 4\.9L \| 6-cyl, 3.3-litre turbo mild-hybrid \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 128g \| \| Suzuki Ignis \| GL, GLX, Shadow \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 114g \| \| Volkswagen Caddy \| TDI280 \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Manual \| FWD \| 129g \| \| Volkswagen Caddy \| TDI320 \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 129g \| \| Audi A3 hatch \| 35 TFSI \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 114g \| \| Honda ZR-V \| E:HEV LX \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 115g \| \| Lexus NX \| NX350h \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD/AWD \| 113-114g \| \| Lexus RX \| RX350h \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 114g \| \| Mazda 2 \| G15 Pure, Pure SP, Evolve, GT \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre N/A \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 117g \| \| Volkswagen Polo \| 85TSI Life \| 5\.0L \| 3-cyl, 1.0-litre turbo \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 123g \| ![](https://media.whichcar.com.au/uploads/2024/03/0f73bf15-2024-lexus-lbx-australian-review-whichcar-6.JPG) 1 ## What is good fuel consumption per 100km? There’s no simple answer here, because the fuel efficiency of a vehicle can vary widely depending on a number of factors – including the size and type of the vehicle, the type of fuel it uses, and the way it is driven. As a general rule, smaller vehicles tend to have lower fuel consumption numbers than larger and less efficient vehicles. Likewise, performance-focused cars will consumer more fuel than ‘regular’ cars, although many have moved to very small turbocharged engines in a bid to keep fuel consumptions and carbon emissions as low as possible. As a rough guideline, for petrol-powered vehicles, a fuel consumption of around 6-8 L/100km could be considered good for a small or medium passenger car, while a fuel consumption of around 9-11 L/100km could be considered good for a larger vehicle such as a large SUV. However, these numbers can vary depending on the specific make and model of the vehicle. ## Other questions about fuel consumption How do you calculate fuel consumption? To calculate fuel consumption, you can divide the distance travelled by the amount of fuel used. For example, if you travelled 100 kilometres and used 10 litres of fuel, your fuel consumption would be 10 litres per 100 kilometres (L/100km). You can also use this formula to compare the fuel efficiency of different vehicles. How can I improve my vehicle’s fuel efficiency? Some ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency include driving steadily, avoiding aggressive acceleration and braking, keeping your tyres properly inflated, and using the recommended grade of motor oil. What factors can affect my vehicle’s fuel consumption? Some factors that can affect your vehicle’s fuel consumption include the type of fuel you use, the condition of your vehicle (such as the age of the engine and the condition of the tyres), the way you drive (such as your speed and acceleration habits), and the load you are carrying (such as the weight of passengers or cargo). 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Readable Markdown	News Here's every car without a plug, on sale now, that sips five litres per 100km – or less 18 Jun 2024 2:30 PM ![](https://media.whichcar.com.au/uploads/2024/04/e1a84ff3-2024-toyota-yaris-update-australia-01.jpg) Gallery 1 ## What are Australia’s best cars for good fuel efficiency? ### Plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) often steal the spotlight regarding fuel-efficient internal-combustion cars, but other relatively green vehicles are available in Australia today. While Toyota Australia has [retired the pioneering Prius hatchback after 21 years on sale](https://www.whichcar.com.au/news/toyota-prius-dead-pioneering-hybrid-removed-from-sale-in-australia), the ‘regular’ hybrid powertrain – with no need to plug in – has become an increasingly popular, mainstream choice. The most popular variants of Australia’s best-selling crossover, the [Toyota RAV4](https://www.whichcar.com.au/toyota/rav4) midsize SUV, now feature a hybrid powertrain, while other brands such as [Honda](https://www.whichcar.com.au/honda), [Kia](https://www.whichcar.com.au/kia), [Hyundai](https://www.whichcar.com.au/hyundai)and [Lexus](https://www.whichcar.com.au/lexus) also offer petrol-electric options. ![](https://media.whichcar.com.au/uploads/2024/06/1a423280-2024-mg3-excite-thomaswielecki-18.jpg) 1 ### WhichCar has compiled data revealing each non-PHEV vehicle currently available in Australia with a combined fuel efficiency rated at five litres per 100 kilometres or less. ## How is fuel consumption measured? ‘Litres per 100km’ is exactly as stated, relating to the distance you can travel on an amount of fuel. A lower number demonstrates better fuel-efficiency. For example, a vehicle with a 40-litre fuel tank with a claimed fuel consumption of 5.0L/100km will travel 800 kilometres from full to empty. However, this is in an ideal situation, as a vehicle’s true fuel economy can differ based on various driving conditions and your own approach to driving – including vehicle and occupant weight, acceleration, the weather, air-conditioning, windows up or down, tyre pressures, and the route. (Then, of course, there’s the ‘fuel reserve light’…) ![](https://media.whichcar.com.au/uploads/2024/02/5591a869-2024-hyundai-i30-sedan-hybrid-entry-model-28.jpg) 1 ## Firstly, which car uses the least fuel of all cars in Australia? The tiny [Toyota Yaris](https://www.whichcar.com.au/toyota/yaris) Hybrid, powered by a low-capacity 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine with an electric motor, is currently the champ for using only a little fuel, claimed at just 3.3L/100km. In our most recent testing, we achieved an impressive 4.1L/100km in regular ‘daily driver’ activity. The Yaris hybrid is followed by over 40 variants from 10 brands that lightly sip their fuel. ### Those include… Most of the vehicles featured include a hybrid powertrain; however, some pure petrol and diesel internal-combustion vehicles – including the [Audi A3](https://www.whichcar.com.au/audi/a3), [Mazda CX-60](https://www.whichcar.com.au/mazda/cx-60) and [Volkswagen Caddy](https://www.whichcar.com.au/volkswagen/caddy) – also feature on the interactive graph below. ### A more-comprehensive table detailing each vehicle’s engine, transmission, fuel and drive type, variant and combined fuel consumption (L/100km) is available below: ## UPDATED: June 2024 Note: Table scrolls horizontally to reveal more columns \| Model \| Variant \| Combined fuel consumption (L/100km) \| Engine \| Fuel \| Minimum RON \| Transmission \| Drive \| Combined CO2 output (g/km) \| \|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\|---\| \| Toyota Yaris \| Ascent Sport, SX, ZR \| 3\.3L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 76g \| \| Lexus LBX \| Luxury, Sports Luxury \| 3\.8L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 87g \| \| Lexus LBX \| Sports Luxury \| 3\.8L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 87g \| \| Suzuki Swift \| base \| 3\.8L \| 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Manual \| FWD \| 85g \| \| Toyota Yaris Cross \| GX, GXL, GR Sport, Urban \| 3\.8L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 86g \| \| Hyundai i30 Sedan \| Hybrid \| 3\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 92g \| \| Hyundai Kona \| Hybrid, Premium Hybrid \| 3\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 89g \| \| Toyota Corolla sedan \| Ascent Sport, SX, ZR Hybrid \| 3\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 86g \| \| Kia Niro \| S, GT-Line Hybrid \| 4\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.6-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 91g \| \| Suzuki Swift \| base, Plus, GLX \| 4\.0L \| 3-cyl, 1.2-litre mild-hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 90g \| \| Toyota C-HR \| GXL, Koba \| 4\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 89g \| \| Toyota Corolla hatch \| Ascent Sport, SX, ZR \| 4\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.8-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 97g \| \| Toyota Yaris Cross \| GX, GXL, Urban \| 4\.0L \| 3-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 90g \| \| Toyota C-HR \| GR Sport \| 4\.1L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 94g \| \| Honda Civic \| E:HEV LX \| 4\.2L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 96g \| \| Lexus UX \| UX300h \| 4\.2L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 103g \| \| Toyota Camry \| Ascent Hybrid, Ascent Sport \| 4\.2L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 96g \| \| Honda Accord \| E:HEV RS \| 4\.3L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 98g \| \| Honda HR-V \| E:HEV L \| 4\.3L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 98g \| \| MG3 \| Excite Hybrid+, Essence Hybrid+ \| 4\.3L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 100g \| \| Toyota Corolla Cross \| GX, GXL, Atmos Hybrid \| 4\.3L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 97g \| \| Lexus UX \| UX300h \| 4\.4L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 107g \| \| Toyota Corolla Cross \| GXL, Atmos Hybrid \| 4\.4L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 101g \| \| Toyota Camry \| SL \| 4\.5L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 103g \| \| Suzuki Ignis \| GL \| 4\.7L \| 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A \| Petrol \| 91 \| Manual \| FWD \| 107g \| \| Toyota Camry \| SX \| 4\.7L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 107g \| \| Toyota RAV4 \| GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser Hybrid \| 4\.7L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 107g \| \| Audi Q5 \| 35 TDI \| 4\.8L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 125g \| \| Lexus ES \| ES300h \| 4\.8L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 109g \| \| Toyota RAV4 \| GX, GXL, XSE, Cruiser, Edge Hybrid \| 4\.8L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 110g \| \| Audi A3 sedan \| 35 TFSI \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 111g \| \| Audi A4 Allroad \| 40 TDI \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 130g \| \| Fiat 500 \| Dolcevita \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 115g \| \| Kia Sportage \| SX Hybrid, GT-Line Hybrid \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.6-litre turbo-hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 110g \| \| Mazda CX-60 \| D50e Evolve, GT, Azami \| 4\.9L \| 6-cyl, 3.3-litre turbo mild-hybrid \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Automatic \| AWD \| 128g \| \| Suzuki Ignis \| GL, GLX, Shadow \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 1.2-litre N/A \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 114g \| \| Volkswagen Caddy \| TDI280 \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Manual \| FWD \| 129g \| \| Volkswagen Caddy \| TDI320 \| 4\.9L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre turbo \| Diesel \| u2013 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 129g \| \| Audi A3 hatch \| 35 TFSI \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre turbo \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 114g \| \| Honda ZR-V \| E:HEV LX \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 2.0-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 115g \| \| Lexus NX \| NX350h \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD/AWD \| 113-114g \| \| Lexus RX \| RX350h \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 2.5-litre hybrid \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 114g \| \| Mazda 2 \| G15 Pure, Pure SP, Evolve, GT \| 5\.0L \| 4-cyl, 1.5-litre N/A \| Petrol \| 91 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 117g \| \| Volkswagen Polo \| 85TSI Life \| 5\.0L \| 3-cyl, 1.0-litre turbo \| Petrol \| 95 \| Automatic \| FWD \| 123g \| ![](https://media.whichcar.com.au/uploads/2024/03/0f73bf15-2024-lexus-lbx-australian-review-whichcar-6.JPG) 1 ## What is good fuel consumption per 100km? There’s no simple answer here, because the fuel efficiency of a vehicle can vary widely depending on a number of factors – including the size and type of the vehicle, the type of fuel it uses, and the way it is driven. As a general rule, smaller vehicles tend to have lower fuel consumption numbers than larger and less efficient vehicles. Likewise, performance-focused cars will consumer more fuel than ‘regular’ cars, although many have moved to very small turbocharged engines in a bid to keep fuel consumptions and carbon emissions as low as possible. As a rough guideline, for petrol-powered vehicles, a fuel consumption of around 6-8 L/100km could be considered good for a small or medium passenger car, while a fuel consumption of around 9-11 L/100km could be considered good for a larger vehicle such as a large SUV. However, these numbers can vary depending on the specific make and model of the vehicle. ## Other questions about fuel consumption To calculate fuel consumption, you can divide the distance travelled by the amount of fuel used. For example, if you travelled 100 kilometres and used 10 litres of fuel, your fuel consumption would be 10 litres per 100 kilometres (L/100km). You can also use this formula to compare the fuel efficiency of different vehicles. Some ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency include driving steadily, avoiding aggressive acceleration and braking, keeping your tyres properly inflated, and using the recommended grade of motor oil. Some factors that can affect your vehicle’s fuel consumption include the type of fuel you use, the condition of your vehicle (such as the age of the engine and the condition of the tyres), the way you drive (such as your speed and acceleration habits), and the load you are carrying (such as the weight of passengers or cargo). 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