Best New & Used Vehicles That Get Great Gas Mileage
Looking for a vehicle that will save you at the pump? Start your quest for fuel efficiency right here.
Ah, the never-ending chase for fuel economy…
Sick and tired of owning a gas-guzzler? There has never been a better time to keep fuel-efficiency in mind in mind when searching for a new or used car or truck. When you consider that the cost of living is rising, wages are staying flat, and the fact that fuel prices are still relatively high with sharp fluctuations happening almost weekly (not mention when there’s a hurricane), exploring your options for a ride that gets great gas mileage makes good sense.
First, you should know there are three main categories of fuel-efficient cars and trucks today: electric, hybrid (gas and electric), and old school (gas only). Check out our list of top vehicles in each category, and see how they compare with other cars when it comes to fuel efficiency.
Best Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Electric-only vehicles require a charging station, usually installed in a garage. While EVs don’t require any gas whatsoever, you will see your power bill go up to keep them “fueled.”
- Nissan Leaf
MPGe: 124 city / 99 highway - BMW i3
MPGe: 124 city / 102 highway
- Kia Soul EV
MPGe: 124 city / 93 highway - Chevrolet Bolt
MPGe: 128 city / 110 highway
MPGe, which stands for “miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent,” is an energy efficiency metric that was introduced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 2010 to compare the amount of energy consumed by alternative fuel vehicles to that of traditional gas-powered cars.
Most Fuel Efficient Cars
If dealing with the added complexities of a gas/hybrid vehicle isn’t your bag, take a look at the following gas sipping options.
While most people assume an import will get them the best gas mileage, one car on this list is actually American-made: the Chevrolet Cruze. When equipped with a diesel motor, the Cruze can get up to 48 mpg highway. Better hurry though, as Chevrolet is “pulling the plug” on the Cruze at the end of 2019. Of course, there are plenty of other gas-only cars that get 40+ mpg on the highway:
- Chevrolet Cruze
MPG: 31 city / 48 highway - Honda Civic
MPG: 32 city / 42 highway - Toyota Corolla
MPG: 30 city / 42 highway
- Kia Forte
MPG: 31 city / 41 highway - Hyundai Elantra
MPG: 32 city / 40 highway
Best Hybrid Cars & SUVs
For those looking for a larger 4-door car that is still fuel efficient but not strictly battery powered, look no further than these highly capable gas/electric hybrid vehicles:
- Honda Insight
MPG: 55 city / 49 highway - Hyundai Ioniq
MPG: 57 city / 59 highway - Toyota Prius
MPG: 54 city / 50 highway - Toyota Camry Hybrid
MPG: 51 city / 53 highway - Honda Accord Hybrid EX
MPG: 48 city / 48 highway - Kia Niro
MPG: 52 city / 49 highway - Toyota Avalon Hybrid XLE
MPG: 43 city / 44 highway - Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
MPG: 49 city / 43 highway - Jaguar XF/XE Diesel
MPG: 32 city / 42 highway
Most Fuel Efficient Trucks
Fuel efficiency doesn’t have to start and stop with cars. While not as efficient as smaller hybrid cars and SUVs, there are plenty of pickup trucks that also use technology to increase their fuel economy.
- Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon
MPG: 20 city / 30 highway
Towing capacity: Up to 7,000 lbs. - Ford Ranger
MPG: 21 city / 26 highway
Towing capacity: Up to 7,000 lbs. - Honda Ridgeline
MPG: 19 city / 26 highway
Towing capacity: Up to 5,000 lbs. - Ford F150
MPG: 23 to 36 gal
Towing capacity: Up to 8,000 lbs. - Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra
MPG: 20 city / 23 highway
Towing capacity: Up to 9,900 lbs. - RAM 1500
MPG: 20 city / 25 highway
Towing capacity: Up to 7,520 lbs.
For those interested in an all-electric pickup, stay tuned! They’re coming soon to a dealership near you. Companies such as Rivian, Workhorse, Tesla, Ford and General Motors are working to bring the first electric pickups to market in the coming years.
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