Here are some of the most common Euro 4 and above petrol cars in the UK that would meet the ULEZ standards for the new ULEZ regulations that have come into force on the 29th August 2023.
Be aware that this WILL change when the London Mayor decides it is time to move up to EURO 5 for Petrol cars. There is no date yet, but being greedy bastards, it will come eventually.
Ford Focus Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
The Focus has been one of the UK's top selling cars for years. Models registered from 2006 onward meet the Euro 4 standard.
Vauxhall Corsa Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
Another very popular small car in the UK. The Corsa reached Euro 4 in 2006.
Volkswagen Golf Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
The Golf is consistently one of Britain's favorite compact cars. Euro 4 Golfs started in 2006.
Nissan Qashqai Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
The popular crossover SUV Qashqai met Euro 4 from 2007.
BMW 3 Series Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
This executive car has been a big seller. Euro 4 came in for the 3 Series in 2006.
Vauxhall Astra Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
The Astra hatchback moved to Euro 4 in 2006.
MINI Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
The iconic MINI changed to Euro 4 in 2006.
Honda Civic Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
The Civic switched to Euro 4 in 2006.
Toyota Yaris Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
The economical Yaris also moved to Euro 4 from 2006.
Mazda 2 Cars That Meet ULEZ London Standards
The small Mazda 2 car has been Euro 4 compliant since 2007.
If you are looking for something flash like the 4 wheeled tractors as many people call them as you do not really need one in London, here are a few to browse through.
Range Rovers That Meet ULEZ In 2023
Range Rover Evoque
The Evoque reached Euro 4 standards in 2009, so 2009-registered onwards comply.
Range Rover Sport
The Sport switched to Euro 4 in 2006, so 2006 onwards meet ULEZ requirements.
Range Rover Vogue
The Vogue has been Euro 4 since 2006.
Range Rover Autobiography
The luxurious Autobiography edition moved to Euro 4 in 2006 as well.
Land Rover Discovery
The Discovery 3 model introduced in 2004 was Euro 4 compliant. 2009-onward Discoverys are also ULEZ-approved.
Land Rover Freelander
The Freelander 2 (2006-2014) was Euro 4 compliant.
Land Rover Defender
The iconic Defender switched to Euro 4 in 2007 for the 90 and 110 models.
Porsche Cars That Meet ULEZ In 2023
Here are some Porsche models with petrol engines that comply with the ULEZ Euro 4 standards:
Porsche 911
The 997 variants of the 911 moved to Euro 4 in 2006. So 2006-onwards 911 models meet the standards.
Porsche Boxster
The Boxster switched to Euro 4 in 2006 as well. Compliant models are from 2006.
Porsche Cayman
The Cayman also changed to Euro 4 in 2006, making 2006+ models ULEZ approved.
Porsche Cayenne
The 1st generation Cayenne (2003-2010) had Euro 4 compliant petrol engine options starting in 2008.
Porsche Panamera
The first Panamera models in 2009 were Euro 4.
So in summary, Porsche's core sports car models – the 911, Boxster and Cayman – moved to Euro 4 in 2006. The Cayenne SUV and Panamera sedan also have compliant petrol engines from 2008-2009 onwards.
As always, checking the V5C registration certificate will confirm the exact Euro status of any Porsche. But most petrol Porsches from 2006-2009 onward should meet the standards.
SUVs That Are Compliant With ULEZ London In 2023
Here is a list of petrol/gasoline SUV models that comply with the London ULEZ Euro 4 emissions standards. Always look for the PETROL version and try and find a EURO 5 or above if possible as this will outlast the current standards.
- BMW X1 – 2009 onwards
- BMW X3 – 2006 onwards
- BMW X5 – 2006 onwards
- Citroen C4 Cactus – 2014 onwards
- Dacia Duster – 2017 onwards
- Ford Kuga – 2012 onwards
- Honda CR-V – 2009 onwards
- Hyundai Tucson – 2009 onwards
- Kia Sportage – 2011 onwards
- Land Rover Discovery – 2009 onwards
- Mazda CX-5 – 2013 onwards
- Mercedes GLA – 2014 onwards
- Nissan Juke – 2011 onwards
- Nissan Qashqai – 2007 onwards
- Peugeot 3008 – 2009 onwards
- Range Rover Evoque – 2009 onwards
- Renault Kadjar – 2015 onwards
- SEAT Ateca – 2016 onwards
- Skoda Karoq – 2017 onwards
- Toyota RAV4 – 2006 onwards
- Vauxhall Mokka – 2012 onwards
- Volkswagen Tiguan – 2016 onwards
The key is that the SUV needs to have a petrol/gasoline engine and been registered in the year listed or later to comply with the Euro 4 emissions standard required for the ULEZ. Hybrid petrol models would also qualify. Checking the V5C is recommended to confirm ULEZ compliance for any used SUV purchase.
So in summary, most major petrol car models from 2006-2007 onward will meet the minimum Euro 4 standard for the ULEZ, as long as they have not been tampered with or modified. Checking the V5C registration certificate is the best way to confirm the exact Euro status.
