Top 7 Low Fuel Economy Cars In Ghana

Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak across the world, the world economy has been struggling to gain balance and reach thriving, stable revenue. If you are like everybody, you are much likely trying to cut costs on everything. No need to spend a dime extra on something that could be avoided. One of such extra costs that could be avoided or reduced is fuel expenses. You probably own a car, or hope to get one this year; it is crucial to pay attention to the fuel economy of a car.

Driving a car with good fuel economy is a wise way to save on fuel costs, especially if you are already living on a tight budget. If a car has better fuel economy or fuel efficiency, this means it will use less fuel to go a given distance than a car that is not as fuel-efficient. A car’s fuel efficiency is often measured by its “miles per gallon” or MPG. The combined MPG of a car is the average MPG obtained when driving on the highway and in the city. A high MPG means better fuel economy and vice versa.

NB: Since kilometers and liters are used in Ghana instead of miles and gallons, 1 mile = 1.6 km and 1 gallon = 3.8 liters

In this article, we have gathered a list of the best fuel-efficient cars you should look out for this 2021. Enjoy the ride!

Kia Picanto Morning

The Kia Picanto is one of the most loved minicars by Ghanians. Kia Rio has been around in Ghana since 2004. The car is sold under the nameplate ‘morning’ in its home market in South Korea.

The Picanto comes in 1.0-, 1.1-, and 1.2-litre petrol engines. There is also a 1.1-litre diesel and a 1.0-litre petrol/gas engine. It is very fuel-efficient, offering almost 20km per litre of fuel. It comes in both 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions. This subcompact car, though very fuel efficient, it comes with a taste of luxury. The interior and exterior of the Kia Picanto offer great comfort to its riders.

Suzuki Alto

Built in India, Suzuki Alto represents one of the best selling cars in India. One accountable reason for this will because it is highly fuel-efficient, which implies it fits into the frugal spending habits of most Indians. The Suzuki Alto, also called Alto 800 has been around in Ghana automarket for a while, and has a experienced rapid sales.

Suzuki Alto greets you with it’s sleek design and creative grille. Inside, you are welcomed to a spacious interior fitted with latest car-technologies. Besides, these appealing qualities, the Alto allows you save money on fuel. Suzuki Alto comes with either 796cc (0.8-litre) and 998cc (1.0-litre) engines, which offer the most fuel-efficient car in Ghana currently. The Alto will take you about 23km per litre of fuel. It comes in both 5-speed manual and 5-speed semi-automatic transmission (AMT). The Alto will give you about 23km per liter of fuel.

Hyundai i10

Hyundai i10 comes in both 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions as well as different engine specifications – 1.0-, 1.1-, 1.2-litre petrol and 1.1-litre diesel. The Hyundai i10  is impressive on fuel consumption, offering almost 22km per litre of fuel.

Other features found in the Hyundai i10 includes air conditioning, electric front windows, foldable rear seats to increase cargo space, CD audio system, passenger and driver airbags, central locking, and front and rear crumple zones. This car promises a jolly ride for both Rider and passengers.

Toyota Yaris

With Toyota Yaris, you get good value for money. The Vitz is the nameplate under which the Yaris is sold in its country of origin (Japan). It comes with a wide range of transmission including a 5-speed manual, a 4-speed automatic, a 6-speed manual diesel, and a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission or shiftless transmission). Similar models of the Toyota brands which offers efficient fuel economy like the Yaris includes; Toyota Echo, and Toyota Platz. The Toyota Yaris comes with a combined MPG of 33.

Chevrolet Spark/Matiz

Chevrolet Spark or Matiz has enjoyed more wider acceptance amongst commercial car drivers. Just like the other cars on this list, with the Spark, you save heavily on fuel expenses.

The Chevy Matiz/Spark comes in four different powertrains – 0.9-, 1.1-, and 1.2-litre petrol engines and a 0.9-litre diesel engine. There is a 4-speed automatic, a 5-speed manual, and a CVT auto.

Hyundai Getz

Although production of the Hyundai Getz official stopped in 2011 from the South Korean manufacturers, it is still very much available in Ghana automarket. You will easily find it in the second hand market. It has persisted in Ghana due to its ability to consume a low amount of fuel for long distances.

This mini car boasts of engines that range between 1.1- and 1.6-litre petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel, which offers the Getz more power than its  sister model – the i10. Similar to the i10, the Getz comes in both 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions. The Getz offers a fuel economy of about 22km per litre of fuel.

Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry is widely accepted in Ghana for it’s low fuel consumption. It boasts of a combined MPG of 27. This car serves both private and commercial purposes in Ghana. The Toyota Camry outwardly is a beautiful car with an above-average trunk space. The interior is also beautifully designed to deliver a comfortable driving experience.

Exciting features found in this brand include child safety locks, brake assist, traction control, and electronic stability control, 4-wheel ABS, varying engine sizes like 2.5 litre 4-cylinder engine and the 3.5 litre v-6 engine etc.