Top 10 Most Fuel Efficient Cars
According to Car and Driver, the following cars are currently the top 10 most fuel efficient vehicles in the United States. They cite that it’s increasingly difficult to build fuel efficient vehicles because current safety and emissions technologies add weight, which is a primary nemesis of fuel economy. They also note that Hybrid technology and low mass are the most cost-effective strategies to better fuel economy, so their top 10 most fuel efficient vehicles are comprised of one or both. To learn more about each car on the list and to view complete reviews, visit CarandDriver.com.
No surprise here that the Toyota Prius nabbed the number one spot on the list. Its low price and unbeatable fuel economy can’t be beat yet.
• City: 48 mpg
• Highway: 45 mpg
• Combined: 46 mpg
• Base Price: $22,160
Again, so surprise here that the Honda Civic Hybrid grabs the number two spot. It looks good, rides well and gets great gas mileage.
• City: 40 mpg
• Highway: 45 mpg
• Combined: 42 mpg
• Base Price: $23,270
This little go-getter offers excellent fuel economy, but Car and Driver notes it’s rather slow on acceleration.
• City: 33 mpg
• Highway: 41 mpg
• Combined: 36 mpg
• Base Price: $12,235
By now, everybody probably knows I own a Nissan Altima and I love it. The only thing that can top it is the Altima Hybrid, which comes in fourth on the list.
• City: 35 mpg
• Highway: 33 mpg
• Combined: 34 mpg
• Base Price: $26,140
A great family car, the Toyota Camry Hybrid is comfortable and rides and handles well.
• City: 33 mpg
• Highway: 34 mpg
• Combined: 34 mpg (Ratings from 2008 model year)
• Base Price: $25,860
Ah…my dream car. The TDI runs on clean diesel, and while the fuel may cost a little more, the TDI gets better gas mileage than most cars in its class by at least 30%. Besides good fuel economy, the Jetta TDI is great looking and handles well.
• City: 30 mpg
• Highway: 41 mpg
• Combined: 34 mpg
• Base Price: $22,640
This affordable four-cylinder has 177 horsepower and a rear anti-roll bar. Car and Driver notes that even though an official fuel economy rating hasn’t been obtained for the new model, they expect little change from the prior 2008 model.
• City: 34 mpg (est)
• Highway: 30 mpg (est)
• Combined: 32 mpg (est)
• Base Price: $29,000
The Toyota Yaris is one of the most economical and fuel efficient vehicles currently on the market. Car and Driver also reports that it goes from 0 to 60mph in nine seconds.
• City: 29 mpg
• Highway: 36 mpg
• Combined: 32 mpg
• Base Price: $12,210
The Mini Cooper has always been a favorite. Designed by BMW, the new 1.6-liter four-cylinder, six-speed transmission produce good fuel efficiency on the highway.
• City: 28 mpg
• Highway: 37 mpg
• Combined: 32 mpg
• Base Price: $18,700
10. 2008 Honda Fit
Car and Driver reports that there’s lots of space in the Fit, but a five-speed manual transmission will get you the very best mileage.
• City: 28 mpg
• Highway: 34 mpg
• Combined: 31 mpg
• Base Price: $14,620
How Else Can I Save Money on Gas?
If you are looking for an additional way to save money on gas, I recommend looking into getting a gas credit card. With a gasoline credit card you can get up to 5% cash back on all of your fuel purchases which over time can really add up. You can find out more about gas credit cards here.
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I own a Toyota Yaris and it is surely a very economical car. It is also surprisingly roomy for its size.
Hi Ruth: I’ve heard great things about the Yaris and I’m glad to know you’re a happy owner!
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