Mazda's CX-5 has been honoured with this year's Green Award from Total 4×4 magazine.

Boasting low emissions of just 119 g/km of CO2, the CX-5 performed extremely well in the publication's continuous testing programme which was carried out throughout 2012, ensuring it stood out from the crowd in terms of sustainability and its limited impact on the environment.

Total 4×4 editor Alan Kidd said: "There are vehicles out there whose fuel efficiency is achieved at the expense of interior space or drivability, and they can come across as one-trick ponies as a result."

However, he noted that the CX-5 does not fall into this category, as it is a spacious and comfortable vehicle to drive, making it an ideal model for daily use, while also being strong on safety, practicality and value.

Earlier this month, the CX-5 was also given best buy status by motoring publication What Car?. The model was praised for its excellent fuel economy and low emissions.

Need help recording your fleet's CO2 emissions?

Louise Carr of The Fuelcard People can help you count, control and cut your fleets CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions with our unique product CO2Count.

The UK Fuels fuel card is just one of the many products which she can offer you in conjunction with CO2Count to help you reduce your fleet's carbon footprint.

Posted by Louise Carr, Account Manager, The Fuelcard People.