Car running costs: how much does it cost to run a car around the world?

It feels as if UK drivers pay over the odds, but how do our motoring costs compare with the rest of the world? 2016-08-31 16:35 With fuel prices and insurance bills rising, running costs are no longer just an inconvenience when buying a new car. Economy, insurance groups and residual values now matter to some buyers as much as performance, handling and cabin space.
And there is good reason for this. A new Volkswagen Golf 1.4 in the UK costs around £19,000, while average insurance prices h