(17 Feb 2014, 2:55 pm)aureolin wrote Although you'd expect the ongoing operating costs to be significantly lower than that of a Euro 5 Citaro? I'd suggest that would certainly influence any business case to spend more on this vehicle type.
Even more so when you look at the figure quoted above. I believe Reading had to pay around £185k per vehicle though.
Only difference to look at is the ride quality - which is better for passengers? The gas bus may be quiet now, but how many rattles will develop 5 years down the line?
Also the cost of the infrastructure etc for first time buyers.
The cost of both will increase now what with Euro 6 legislations and all.