PHEV vs diesel

PHEV

✔ Can run with no exhaust emissions on short journeys

✔ Cheap tax for company car drivers

✘ Uses more fuel and emits more CO than diesel while towing a caravan

✘ Inefficient unless vehicle is regularly recharged

Diesel

✔ More consistent fuel economy across a wide range of journeys

✔ Modern diesels emit less NOX and particulates than older vehicles

✘ Not as clean as PHEV on a short journey

✘ Higher car tax and company car tax bills