Natural Resources Canada
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November 26, 2004

Canada's Most Fuel-Efficient Vehicles for 2005 Announced Today

OTTAWA - Shopping for a new vehicle that not only saves money on gas but also helps the environment just got easier. The Honourable R. John Efford, Minister of Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), today announced the release of the 2005 Fuel Consumption Guide and the  2005 EnerGuide winners for the most fuel-efficient new vehicles sold in Canada.

"When you choose a fuel-efficient vehicle, you reduce fuel costs and the harmful emissions that contribute to climate change," said Minister Efford. "By making this choice, you're part of an important nationwide effort to conserve Canada's energy resources in the One-Tonne Challenge that asks all Canadians to reduce their individual greenhouse gas emissions by 20 percent."

Consumers can use the 2005 Fuel Consumption Guide to compare the fuel-consumption ratings and carbon dioxide emissions of passenger cars and light-duty vehicles sold in Canada. The guide is available from participating new vehicle dealerships, motor vehicle licence agency offices and Canadian Automobile Association offices across Canada or on the Web at www.vehicles.gc.ca.

Also announced today were the most fuel-efficient vehicles for 2005. The winners in each of nine vehicle classes are as follows:

The 2005 Fuel Consumption Guide and EnerGuide winners support the Government of Canada's approach to climate change that is focused on making the right choices for Canada.  This will ensure that the actions taken produce long-term goals and enduring results while maintaining a strong and growing economy.

Shopping for a new car that will save you money on gas? Natural Resources Canada's 2005 Fuel Consumption Guide was released today, along with the 2005 EnerGuide winners for the most fuel-efficient vehicles sold in Canada. Copies of the guide are available at participating new car dealerships and motor vehicle licence agencies or on the Web at www.vehicles.gc.ca.

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The following media backgrounder is also available:

1. 2005 Fuel Consumption Guide