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Most fuel-efficient cars for 2025
May 5th, 2025
Most fuel-efficient cars for 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)
- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $25,345 (LX)
- Fuel economy:
- 36 mpg combined (33 city/42 highway)
- EPA range:
- 446 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $1,300
1. 2025 Honda Civic
The Honda Civic started the economy car trend. Even today, it executes the mission it set out on decades ago as a compact economy sedan with exceptional fuel economy. The latest iteration, which gets up to 36 combined mpg in its base LX trim, has a… surprisingly upscale cabin and drives pretty great too.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $23,320 (SE)
- Fuel economy:
- 36 mpg combined (32 city/41 highway)
- EPA range:
- 446 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $1,350
2. 2025 Hyundai Elantra
The Hyundai Elantra stands out with its high fuel economy, impressive technology and safety features, roomy cabin and comfortable ride. It competes with the Honda Civic and also offers a max EPA-estimated 36 mpg. One key difference, however, is that the… Elantra comes with a longer bumper-to-bumper and powertrain warranty.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $23,460 (LE)
- Fuel economy:
- 35 mpg combined (32 city/41 highway)
- EPA range:
- 462 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $1,400
3. 2025 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Hatchback
The Toyota Corolla hybrid is highly efficient, but the gas-powered Corolla sedan and its hatchback variant are equally impressive. Both models have updated styling, improved standard safety technology, and only one engine option apart from the hybrid. For… those looking to save the most on fuel, it's best to choose the LE model on the sedan or the SE model on the hatchback. The XSE has larger wheels that hinder its fuel economy.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $18,330 (S with CVT)
- Fuel economy:
- 35 mpg combined (32 city/40 highway)
- EPA range:
- 378 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $1,400
4. 2025 Nissan Versa
Even though the list of subcompact sedans is dwindling, the Versa has stuck around and offers some of the best fuel economy out there. Its low starting price comes with many of the humdrum things expected of an economy sedan, though, like a sluggish… continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), cheap interior materials and a smallish rear seat. Still, it’ll get up to 35 mpg per the EPA.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $23,720 (S)
- Fuel economy:
- 33 mpg combined (29 city/40 highway)
- EPA range:
- 436 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $1,450
5. 2025 Volkswagen Jetta
The Jetta is the most fuel-efficient model Volkswagen sells in the U.S. Both the Taos and Tiguan crossovers sell better than the four-door sedan, but the EPA says the Jetta gets up to 33 mpg combined.- 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
6. 2025 Nissan Sentra
It’s bigger and more expensive than the Versa, but this entry-level Nissan sedan is nearly as efficient. 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
- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $29,485 (LE FWD)
- Fuel economy:
- 57 mpg combined (57 city/56 highway)
- EPA range:
- 644 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $850
1. 2025 Toyota Prius
You might have guessed it: The Toyota Prius remains the king of sipping fuel, but with a recent redesign, you won’t feel at all sheepish if you're behind the wheel. The new model also offers increased fuel economy from the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine.… Luckily, the least expensive base model, the LE, is the most efficient in the lineup, while other trims, including all-wheel-drive versions, carry slightly lower EPA ratings. Still, every Prius comes with fewer stops at the pump.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $26,645 (Blue hybrid)
- Fuel economy:
- 54 mpg combined (51 city/58 highway)
- EPA range:
- 594 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $900
2. 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid
We highly recommend the Elantra Hybrid thanks to its exceptional value and impressive fuel efficiency, especially for highway cruising. Recently, Hyundai gave the Elantra a refreshing update with a sleeker front end. Our only gripe with the Elantra is its… downmarket interior, but you can expect a long list of standard features on most models. The base Hybrid Blue trim gets the best mileage at 54 mpg combined, while the higher trims get about 50 mpg.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $29,835 (LE)
- Fuel economy:
- 51 mpg combined (53 city/50 highway)
- EPA range:
- 663 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $950
3. 2025 Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid were consolidated into one model starting with its 2025 redesign. All 2025 Camry trims are now hybrids only, though it did lose 1 mpg in its EPA rating compared to the prior year. In addition to being fuel-efficient, the Camry… boasts a more modern design both inside and out, a comfortable ride and a quiet interior. The Camry remains one of our favorite sedans, and it is one of the few options in the midsize market that offers all-wheel drive.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $24,960 (LE)
- Fuel economy:
- 47 mpg combined (50 city/43 highway)
- EPA range:
- 531 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $1,050
4. 2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid
The Corolla Hybrid is the least expensive hybrid on sale today, and according to the EPA, it can get up to 47 mpg combined. Like the Camry, Toyota offers the Corolla Hybrid with all-wheel drive, something few competitors offer. If the Corolla is too small, the… Corolla Cross compact crossover, also available as a hybrid, is an option.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $29,845 (Sport Hybrid)
- Fuel economy:
- 49 mpg combined (50 city/47 highway)
- EPA range:
- 519 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $1,000
5. 2025 Honda Civic (hybrid)
Like the Elantra, the Honda Civic has two fuel-sipping options for all budgets. The Civic's Sport Hybrid trim adds a gas-electric engine that boosts both fuel economy and power. All the other attributes we praised on the Civic earlier also apply to its hybrid… variant.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $32,445 (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
Few midsize sedans offer looks that make you do a double take, and the Sonata’s redesign will do just that. With this year’s refresh, Hyundai simplified the Sonata’s lineup, making standard features more abundant. The hybrid model is the one to choose if… you’re looking for the most fuel-efficient model, offering up to 47 mpg combined.- 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
7. 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid
The Accord’s Sport Hybrid trim serves as the entry point to the hybrid powertrain, and the EX-L Hybrid is the most efficient model due to its smaller wheels. It achieves an EPA-estimated 48 mpg combined. The Accord is an excellent choice for families seeking a… spacious, practical sedan with a fantastic driving experience.- 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
8. 2025 Lexus ES 300h
The Lexus ES is a midsize luxury sedan that shares most of its underpinnings with the Toyota Camry. But since it’s a Lexus, the ES has a more upscale interior and refined driving experience than the Camry. The Lexus' hybrid powertrain shares the same… advantages and provides exceptional fuel economy, with an EPA-estimated 44 mpg combined. If you’re looking for a vehicle with outstanding fuel economy but with more standard features, tech and nicer interior materials – and you don’t mind spending a little more money – the ES is a great choice.
Most fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid (PHEV) cars
- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $34,510
- Fuel economy:
- 52 mpg combined
- EPA-estimated electric range:
- 44 miles
1. 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid
With a 13.6-kilowatt-hour battery on board, the Toyota Prius Prime can go up to 44 miles on electricity alone. Once the battery runs low, the gas engine fires up and gives the plug-in hybrid 52 mpg combined. Choose the SE model for its smaller wheels to get… the most efficiency.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $53,295
- Fuel economy:
- 31 mpg combined
- EPA-estimated electric range:
- 40 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $1,350
2. 2025 Volvo S60 Plug-in Hybrid
The Volvo S60 might be overshadowed by the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4, but it’s one of the few luxury compact sedans offering a plug-in-hybrid model. It’s called the T8 and pairs an electric motor with a turbocharged gas engine for all-wheel drive, an… EPA-estimated 500-plus miles of range, and about 40 miles of all-electric range.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $66,845
- Fuel economy:
- 29 mpg combined
- EPA-estimated electric range:
- 38 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 offers 29 mpg combined, almost the same fuel economy as the smaller,… cheaper S60.- Starting price (including destination fee):
- $128,900
- Fuel economy:
- 23 mpg combined
- EPA-estimated electric range:
- 48 miles
- Annual fuel cost:
- $3,050
4. 2025 Mercedes-Benz S 580e
Mercedes-Benz’s flagship sedan offers a plug-in-hybrid powertrain that offers 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.
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