Refreshingly, in these times of statistical turmoil, the MPG Marathon is about real figures attained from people driving in real-world conditions, at realistic speeds, to showcase the evolution of the latest technology in the latest models.
Drivers are even forced to reach certain checkpoints at pre-determined times to ensure that the challenge really is genuine. The only way to triumph in this competition is by way of clever navigation (around hills and heavy traffic), coupled with the utilisation of some extremely impressive machinery and tech.
This year the Peugeot 208 Active Blue HDi took first place with an incredible 104.5 MPG over 385 miles, driven by Mick Linford and navigated by Jemma Champion.
Commenting on the win, Mick Linford said: “We’re absolutely over-the-moon. This is the highest mpg I have ever achieved in the event and I’m absolutely delighted to win it.”
Neil Moscrop, Peugeot's Brand Director, explained: “This is a fantastic result which clearly highlights just how efficient the latest Peugeot range of new cars can be in real-world traffic conditions. Customers seeking reassurances that they are buying a new car with leading environmental credentials need look no further than Peugeot for the most fuel efficient vehicles on the market.”
Linford and Champion finished just ahead of Mazda's John Kerswill and Ian McKean, who recorded an impressive 103.42mpg in a Mazda 2 1.5 litre 105ps Sport Nav diesel.
In turn, the Mazda drivers were only just ahead of third placed Citroen drivers, John Kendall and Paul Nieuwenhuis who recorded 103.28mpg in a Citroen C4 Cactus Feel Blue HDi 100.
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