When searching for a car it is important to note what the main reason for needing a car would be. Usually it is to drive yourself to work and back home. When you use a car daily you need to consider the comfortability and fuel efficiency as part of the deciding factors.

• Datsun GO – the Datsun GO is fairly new to the market but it is making waves because it is so affordable and attractive. It is a small and light hatchback that is very fuel efficient with fuel consumption at 5.2 litres per 100 kilometres.
• Open ADAM – the Open Adam has a modern design and is quite attractive for such a small hatchback. It is perfect to daily driving and for making an impression on the weekends. This one is not quite so cheap but its fuel consumption is a low 5.3 litres per 100 kilometres.
• Volkswagen Polo – this is one of the most popular and sought after hatchbacks on the market. Their stylish and modern design combined with German engineering is what attracts most people. Its fuel consumption is 6.1 litres per 100 kilometres.
• Volkswagen Up – this mini hatchback is the newest addition to the Volkswagen family. It caters to those who are looking for a small car for daily use. It has a futuristic design and a fuel consumption that is only 4.5 litres per 100 kilometres.
• Open Corsa – The Opel Corsa is particularly favoured by students and young drivers because of its small and adorable appearance. It consumes an average of 5.8 litres per 100 kilometres which makes it affordable for regularly campus driving.
• Tata Indica – Tata has made a big impression on the affordable hatchback market so many car buyers who want a small everyday car opt for the Tata Indica. Furthermore, the fuel consumption is 6 litres per 100 kilometres.
• Hyundai Atos – this little hatchback can fit into almost small space and it is nimble enough for city driving. Fuel consumption is 6.2 litres per 100 kilometres which is a bit more than the other cars in this category but its narrow small size gives you the possibility to navigate through traffic easily.
• Hyundai i10 – the Hyundai i10 is very popular because it is attractive and cost efficient. Its fuel consumption figure is a modest 4.8 litres per 100 kilometres.

If you are on a tight budget you may want to consider getting a used car option instead, so that your monthly budget can go a little further. It is important to note that these fuel consumption figures are based on the standard models with the smallest engines in the range.