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Most fuel-efficient cars for 2024-2025

October 30th, 2024

Most fuel-efficient cars for 2024-2025

While most shoppers clamor for larger SUVs, demand for fuel-efficient cars remains strong. Even as cars have become heavier, advancements in powertrain technologies mean that today's cars are more efficient than before. Edmunds has compiled a list of the most fuel-efficient cars — including both traditional and hybrid powertrains — across a variety of body styles to help you save money and, if you're so inclined, reduce your carbon footprint.


Most fuel-efficient gas cars (non-hybrid)

  1. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $17,840 (ES)
    Fuel economy:
    39 mpg combined (36 city/43 highway)
    EPA range:
    359 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,250

    1. 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage

  2. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $23,345 (LX)
    Fuel economy:
    36 mpg combined (33 city/42 highway)
    EPA range:
    446 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,300

    2. 2025 Honda Civic

  3. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $23,025 (SE)
    Fuel economy:
    36 mpg combined (32 city/41 highway)
    EPA range:
    446 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,300

    3. 2025 Hyundai Elantra

  4. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $23,310 (LE)
    Fuel economy:
    35 mpg combined (32 city/41 highway)
    EPA range:
    462 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,400

    4. 2025 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Hatchback

  5. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $20,130 (S with CVT)
    Fuel economy:
    35 mpg combined (32 city/40 highway)
    EPA range:
    378 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,400

    5. 2025 Nissan Versa

  6. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $22,660 (S with automatic transmission)
    Fuel economy:
    34 mpg combined (30 city/41 highway)
    EPA range:
    449 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,450

    6. 2024 Volkswagen Jetta

    Volkswagen no longer offers the Passat or any diesels in the U.S., so the Jetta is the most fuel-efficient model the German automaker has on sale here. Sales of VW's Taos and Tiguan crossovers top it, too, but the EPA says the Jetta gets up to 34 mpg combined.
  7. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $22,730 (S)
    Fuel economy:
    34 mpg combined (30 city/40 highway)
    EPA range:
    422 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,450

    7. 2025 Nissan Sentra

    It’s bigger and more expensive than the Versa, but this entry-level Nissan sedan is as efficient as the rest. According to the EPA, it’ll get up to 34 mpg combined. There are nicer options in the class, though, with more updated tech and nicer interiors.

Most fuel-efficient hybrid cars

  1. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $29,045 (LE FWD)
    Fuel economy:
    57 mpg combined (57 city/56 highway)
    EPA range:
    644 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $850

    1. 2024 Toyota Prius

  2. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $27,400 (Blue hybrid)
    Fuel economy:
    54 mpg combined (51 city/56 highway)
    EPA range:
    670 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $900

    2. 2024 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid

  3. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $29,295 (LE)
    Fuel economy:
    51 mpg combined (53 city/50 highway)
    EPA range:
    663 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $950

    3. 2025 Toyota Camry (hybrid)

  4. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $24,760 (LE)
    Fuel economy:
    50 mpg combined (53 city/46 highway)
    EPA range:
    565 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $950

    4. 2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid

  5. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $29,945 (Sport Hybrid)
    Fuel economy:
    49 mpg combined (50 city/47 highway)
    EPA range:
    519 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $950

    5. 2025 Honda Civic (hybrid)

  6. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $32,150 (SEL hybrid)
    Fuel economy:
    47 mpg combined (44 city/51 highway)
    EPA range:
    620 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,050

    6. 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

  7. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $34,750 (Sport Hybrid)
    Fuel economy:
    48 mpg combined (51 city/44 highway)
    EPA range:
    614 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,000

    6. 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid

  8. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $44,590
    Fuel economy:
    44 mpg combined (43 city/44 highway)
    EPA range:
    581 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,100

    7. 2025 Lexus ES 300h


Most fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid (PHEV) cars

  1. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $34,070
    Fuel economy:
    52 mpg combined (53 city/51 highway)
    EPA range:
    600 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $700

    1. 2024 Toyota Prius Prime

  2. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $53,295
    Fuel economy:
    31 mpg combined (30 city/33 highway)
    EPA range:
    530 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,350

    2. 2025 Volvo S60 Plug-in Hybrid

  3. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $66,845
    Fuel economy:
    30 mpg combined (28 city/33 highway)
    EPA range:
    520 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,450

    3. 2025 Volvo S90 Plug-in Hybrid

    Volvo also offers a plug-in-hybrid powertrain in its flagship S90 sedan. Its four-cylinder and electric motors give it plenty of power for such a big sedan as well as all-wheel drive, and it has almost the same fuel economy as the smaller, cheaper S60.
  4. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $129,750
    Fuel economy:
    23 mpg combined
    EPA range:
    400 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $3,050

    4. 2025 Mercedes-Benz S 580e

    Mercedes-Benz’s flagship sedan offers a plug-in-hybrid powertrain that returns an EPA-estimated 23 mpg combined, but it can also travel on electricity alone for up to 46 miles. Plus, you get all-wheel drive and one of the nicest cabins on the market.
  5. Starting price (including destination fee):
    $46,595
    Fuel economy:
    27 mpg combined (24 city/32 highway)
    EPA range:
    310 miles
    Annual fuel cost:
    $1,700

    5. 2024 BMW 330e Sedan


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