Drivetrain is one of those details that's invisible right up until it isn't — in the quiet of the cabin, the smoothness in traffic, or the confidence on a long highway stretch. Each option has a sweet spot, and matching it to the journey is part of getting the ride right.
Petrol — smooth and quiet in the city
Modern petrol engines are refined and quiet, especially at city speeds and in stop-start traffic. For shorter urban runs and meetings around town, a petrol car delivers a calm, smooth ride without fuss.
Diesel — the long-distance workhorse
Diesel comes into its own on the highway: strong pulling power for overtaking and gradients, and excellent efficiency over distance. For outstation drives and long multi-city days, a well-maintained diesel is hard to beat for steady, dependable progress.
Hybrid — much of the best of both
Self-charging hybrids pair a petrol engine with an electric motor, gliding silently at low speeds and sipping fuel in traffic, then running normally on the open road — no charging, no range anxiety. Much of our fleet is built around refined hybrids like the Toyota Hyryder, HyCross and Camry, which bring a lot of an electric car's quiet and smoothness while staying ready for any distance.
How we choose for your journey
Rather than ask you to pick, we match the car to the trip: a quiet hybrid or petrol for city comfort, a strong diesel for the long highway run, and the right class for the occasion. The aim is simple — that the drivetrain serves the journey, so all you notice is an easy ride.
Tell us where you're going and we'll bring the car that suits it. Send us an enquiry — we respond within four hours.