Paul O'Connell goes the hybrid road

Ireland rugby legend Paul O'Connell is now driving a hybrid RAV4 as a Toyota ambassador.

A Toyota ambassador since 2010, he has made the switch from diesel, conscious of his carbon footprint and the 'negative affect diesel can have on our environment'.

Toyota ended using diesel engines in its passenger cars last year.

RAV4 prices start from €37,915.

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