A small VW car has been tipped by What Green Car as one of the most environmentally friendly, fuel-efficient models that will not make a dent in drivers' wallets.
The VW Polo 1.4 BlueMotion 1 petrol car was ranked alongside other makes of used car, such as Fiat and Vauxhall by the motoring website.
Experts noted there are plenty of affordable and green cars on the UK market and all those on its list cost less than £10,000 new.
Used cars of the same sake and model will be much cheaper, naturally, so drivers looking for a used VW could get more eco-karma for less money.
A Polo between 12 and 18 months old could cost around £6,000 second hand, for example.
Dr Ben Lane, director of What Green Car, said: "For the first time in decades, motorists have been forced to rethink the type of car they own.
"Low-cost, low-emission, green cars are going to be in increasing demand for some time to come."
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