ŠKODA has been enjoying a fruitful time at 2014 Green Apple Awards.Its Citigo model collected the award for Best Supermini.
The economical and low-emissions ŠKODA city car pipped rivals to clinch the title in the majestic surroundings of the House of Commons in London.
The Green Apple awards are run by the Green Organisation, an independent non-profit body that rewards environmental best practice. Judges peeled away the Citigo’s virtues to single out the Citigo for its quality, economy and value.
One Green Apple Awards judge said: “The ŠKODA Citigo offers a great drive, is thoroughly practical and has low fuel consumption.” Another added: “The Citigo is the perfect demonstration of how a car can be economical, inexpensive, beautifully built and a pleasure to drive.”
Low running costs and minimal emissions have been at the core of the Citigo’s appeal since its launch in 2012.
Offered with a choice of two highly economical engines, CO2 outputs start at just 95g/km, while fuel economy of 68.9mpg is possible on the combined cycle. Prices for the Citigo range start from just £8,210.
ŠKODA Citigo factfile
- ŠKODA Citigo 3 Door 1.0 MPI SE 60PS GreenTech
- P11D £9,365
- CO2 emissions 96g/km
- Benefit in kind company car tax band 2014/15 12%
- Fuel economy 68.9mpg
