10 most fuel-efficient cars of 2018
If you need a daily vehicle but don't want to spend too much on operating costs, customers can refer to the list of 10 internal combustion engine models of the 2018 version with outstanding fuel economy below.
Although American consumers in particular and global customers in general are shifting their interest from conventional passenger cars to more convenient SUVs/Crossovers, there is no denying the fact that small and mid-size sedans/hatchbacks are still the most cost-effective means of transportation.
The most fuel-efficient cars on the market today are mostly hybrid/plug-in hybrids. Customers naturally do not want to spend a lot of money on fuel, but spending a large amount of money to own a hybrid/plug-in hybrid car, along with countless complications, is not easy for many people.
For consumers looking to save on fuel costs, or simply interested in driving one of the greenest cars on the road, this article will help define the 10 most fuel-efficient conventional internal combustion engine vehicles sold in the US through 2018.
Eight of the top 10 most fuel-efficient cars consume less than 40 mpg on the highway. The leader in this category is the Mitsubishi Mirage compact car, with estimated fuel consumption of 40/40 mpg city/highway.
The figures quoted in this article are the best available figures for a vehicle and are provided by the EPA. However, it should be noted that actual figures vary based on a number of factors, including vehicle age, road conditions, and age. Prices quoted are for the base model sold in the US market.
10. Chevrolet Spark
Fuel economy 7.84/6.19 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $13,925
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Technically, the compact Chevrolet Spark is classified as a city car, excelling at parking and maneuvering in heavy traffic. While drivers may find more comfort in a roomier used car for the same $13,925, the Spark is still a compelling choice thanks to its fuel economy with a 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine and CVT automatic transmission.
9. Toyota Camry
Fuel consumption 8.11/5.74 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $24,390
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The Toyota Camry is the only midsize sedan in the top 10 for the 2018 model year with top fuel economy, at least with the base 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic transmission (In addition to the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, the 2018 Toyota Camry is also available with a V6).
In the new version, Camry has been transformed in both style and equipment features. Customers who intend to own a Camry with even more outstanding fuel economy can refer to the hybrid version with consumption of 4.61/4.44 liters/100 km city/highway.
8. Toyota Corolla
Fuel economy 7.84/5.88 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $19,445
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This consumption is measured on a specially equipped LE Eco version of the Toyota Corolla with an upgraded 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and many refinements. The starting price of the LE Eco is from 20,280 USD. This version also consumes less fuel than the remaining versions. Specifically, the remaining variants of the 2018 Toyota Corolla consume 8.4/6.72 liters / 100 km when using the manual transmission.
7. Ford Focus
Fuel economy 7.84/5.88 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $18,735
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The Ford Focus compact is the most fuel-efficient when equipped with the 1.0-liter turbocharged EcoBoost three-cylinder engine available on the SE trim at no extra cost. With the standard 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission, fuel consumption is still very respectable at 26/39 mpg city/highway.
6. Nissan Versa
Fuel economy 7.59/6.03 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $12,995
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The Nissan Versa is the cheapest car on sale in the US, but you’ll have a hard time finding a “basic” $13,000 version at dealerships. It gets its best fuel economy figures when equipped with the optional CVT automatic transmission, while the base model with a manual transmission gets 28/36 mpg city/highway.
5. Toyota Yaris iA
Fuel economy 7.35/5.88 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $16,845
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The Toyota Yaris iA subcompact sedan sold in the US is essentially the same as the one sold elsewhere in the world, but the car for US customers has a more unique front-end design.
Equipped with a lively enough 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, the Toyota Yaris iA handles better than most small cars, and has a handsome design and a comfortable interior. All of these factors make it feel more like a more expensive car.
4. Hyundai Elantra
Fuel economy 7.35/5.88 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $17,835
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The compact and stylish Hyundai Elantra achieves the best fuel consumption in the Eco version equipped with a 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and 7-speed automatic transmission. The remaining versions have consumption figures between 10.69/7.84 and 8.11/6.19 liters/100 km depending on equipment and transmission system.
3. Honda Civic
Fuel economy 7.35/5.6 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $19,730
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You'll have to step up to the more expensive trim level to get the Honda Civic compact with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers such excellent fuel economy. The base LX and EX trims come with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that returns 30/40 mpg city/highway. You'll have to pay at least $2,760 more, but you'll be rewarded with more features and a more nimble 174-horsepower turbocharged four.
2. Honda Fit
Fuel consumption 7.13/5.6 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $17,080
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The Honda Fit subcompact hatchback has a surprisingly spacious and practical cabin for its size. With its standard 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine and standard six-speed manual transmission, fuel consumption is slightly better than with the CVT automatic, at 29/39 mpg.
1. Mitsubishi Mirage
Fuel economy 6.36/5.47 l/100 km (city/highway); Base price $14,260.
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Despite being the least exciting of the subcompact cars, the Mitsubishi Miraage is affordable and has low running costs. It is powered by a 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine mated to a CVT gearbox.