Best gas mileage: Most drivers have got accustomed with the ever increasing gas prices, mainly because they are really few options one can choose in this situation. Riding a bike to work is not feasible on long distances or bad weather. Hybrid cars might be great for both your wallet and the environment, but they do come with a premium price tag that not everybody can afford.
So what do you do in order to cut back on what you pay for gas?
Well, ideally, you should have looked for a car would good gas mileage when you bought your first vehicle. Even if you haven’t, you can certainly take this very important aspect into account next time you are looking to buy a car.
We would like to present you with a list we have compiled of the top 9 cars with the best gas mileage, in a style similar to our coverage of the biggest boats in the world. Or, in other words, cars that run the most miles on one gallon of gas. This indicator, which was used in the ranking of the cars, is called miles per gallon or mpg for short. All cars on our list have a mpg of at least 40 on highways. We’ve also included the price tag for each of the models, so that you can better find something within your price range. Let’s take a look at the countdown.
No. 9: Chevrolet Cruze Eco
Starting price: $18,425
Sedans are not particularly renowned for the fuel efficiency, but the Cruze Eco model from Chevrolet certainly is. It is important to note that the manual transmission version has a higher mpg than the automatic one (42 as opposed to 37). Learning how to drive stick does pay off, after all.
No. 8: Chevrolet Sonic Eco
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Price tag: $13,735 (2012 model)
The Sonic Eco was produced as a replacement to the classic Chevrolet Aveo, and holds the distinction of being one of the few small cars built in the USA. This super sleek hatchback can reach a 40 mpg on highways.
No. 7: Ford Fiesta SFE
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Price tag: $13,995
The Ford Fiesta is offered both as sedan and a hatchback, depending on your preferences. But make sure it is the SFE (Super Fuel Economy) model, as this is the one ranked with a 40 mpg on highways.
No. 6: Ford Focus SFE
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Price tag: $18,200
The Ford Focus might be a little bit pricier than the Fiesta we have just discussed, but the good news is that the new model has been completely redesigned and it now features a number of neat gadgets and driving technologies you’re just bound to love. Once again, if you’re looking for a good mpg, make sure you buy the SFE version.
No. 5: Honda Civic HF
Price tag: $19,445
The gasoline, HF version, automated transmission Honda Civic can reach a mpg of 41 on highways. In addition, the model has been redesigned for the first time since 2006.
No. 4: Hyundai Accent
Price tag: $12,445 (sedan) or $14,595 (hatchback)
Both versions of the new Hyundai Accent, which was completely redesigned in 2012, are fuel efficient. It doesn’t even matter if you opt for an automated or manual transmission – both models can reach the 40 mpg mark.
No. 3: Hyundai Elantra
Price tag: $15,195
The Hyundai Elantra was revamped back in 2011 and it now features an Active Eco System that allows your car to be more fuel-efficient, regardless if it’s manual or automated. And it’s also bigger than a hatchback or your average sedan.
No. 2: Hyundai Veloster
Price tag: $18,189
Veloster’s most distinctive feature is not its fuel-efficiency, but rather its interesting design. Inspired by motorcycles, this Hyundai is a coupe with not two side doors, but three. Regardless, the Veloster also reaches the 40 mpg mark, so if you’re looking for a unique car that also helps you save some money on gas, this is the choice for you.
No. 1: Mazda 3
Price tag: $15,959
The improved aerodynamics on the Mazda3 certainly pays off in terms of fuel consumption. Offered as either a sedan or a hatchback, Mazda3 is an affordable and fuel efficient car than will run more than 40 miles per gallon on highways.
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