Fuel efficiency

Fuel efficiency is not the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser's priority, but its turbocharged hybrid powertrain does make it more efficient than other off-roaders.

The 2026 Toyota Sienna is only available with a hybrid powertrain rated at up to 36 mpg combined.

The 2027 Honda HR-V is the brand's smallest and cheapest SUV. But without a hybrid powertrain option, it is less efficient than its competition and other Hondas.

The Lexus RX can be had with a gas-burning turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a hybrid powertrain or a plug-in hybrid powertrain, all among the most efficient SUVs in their class.

While some vehicles might save money by using E85, those savings will likely be offset by the purchase cost, and it could take you decades to break even, depending on your driving habits.

The all-new 2027 Volkswagen Atlas is both more powerful and more efficient than the outgoing 2026 model with an updated turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes an improvement of 2 mpg.

We’ve driven our long-term 2025 Toyota 4Runner hybrid nearly 15,000 miles, and we’re averaging 20.2 mpg — well less than the EPA-estimated combined rating.

You don’t need to wait for new sedans for a rebellious alternative to stultifying SUVs — the Toyota Camry is here now, available for a highly reasonable price, well equipped, stylish, fuel-efficient, fun to drive and good to look at.

The Chevrolet Corvette is an unparalleled performance bargain, but the brand’s budget supercar is also uncommonly efficient for something with this level of performance.

We take the measurement mpg for granted, but just what exactly is it, why does it matter, how are EPA fuel-economy ratings calculated, and how can you find your car’s mpg? We answer those questions here.