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Top 10 Most Fuel-Efficient Cars of 2007
From Edmunds.com
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death and taxes, high gas prices have become an inescapable fact of
life in this country. As a result, more and more American car buyers
are making fuel economy a consideration when choosing vehicles. With
those folks in mind, we've compiled a list of the 10 most
fuel-efficient cars currently sold in the U.S.
Rankings were determined using the Environmental Protection Agency's
(EPA) miles-per-gallon ratings for city and highway travel. More
specifically, we tapped the EPA's combined fuel economy formula: 55
percent of city mpg rating plus 45 percent of highway mpg rating. The
rating for each vehicle below is expressed in mpg as a city/highway
ratio. All ratings apply to base models equipped with a manual
transmission, except where indicated otherwise with an asterisk.
Each model was allowed only one appearance on the list. The sole
exception is the Honda Civic, which appears twice as a result of being
available in both gas-electric hybrid and regular gasoline versions.
- Toyota Prius — 60/51*
Affordably priced at $22K and up, the Prius is a bargain on many
fronts. Real-world fuel economy doesn't match EPA estimates, but this
hybrid car is still the most fuel-efficient vehicle on the market.
- Honda Civic Hybrid — 49/51*
What's even more
practical than the eminently practical Civic? The Civic Hybrid, which
melds hybrid frugality with the poise and refinement of Honda's
perennial best seller.
- Toyota Camry Hybrid — 40/38*
The popular Camry offers a roomy cabin and acceleration that's more
brisk than is typical for a four-cylinder family sedan. The newly
introduced Camry Hybrid offers all this, plus a fuel-sipping hybrid
engine.
- Toyota Yaris — 34/40
With a starting price of $11K, the brand-new Yaris is the most
affordable car in Toyota's lineup. Available as a three-door hatchback
or a sedan, the Yaris offers a versatile interior — thanks to available
sliding and reclining rear seats — and pleasant handling.
- Honda Fit — 33/38
Coming in at about 20 inches shorter than the Civic, the Fit is a
pint-sized new entry from Honda. For a price that starts at around
$13K, you get agile handling and ample standard features.
- Toyota Corolla — 32/41
You probably know that the Toyota Corolla is one of the most reliable
cars on the market. What you might not know is that this roomy hauler
is also one of the most fuel-efficient.
- Mini Cooper — 32/40*
The Mini is known for its tiny dimensions and singular looks. What you
may not know is that it's also one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles
on the market. Its engineering and suspension come courtesy of BMW, its
parent company, so if you slide behind the wheel, you'll definitely
enjoy the ride.
- Hyundai Accent/Kia Rio — 32/35
The 2007 Accent and its twin, the Kia Rio, nabbed the "Editors' Most
Wanted Sedan Under $15,000" prize on account of agreeable handling and
a generous standard features list. Both cars seem determined to upgrade
our expectations of what economy cars should be.
- Honda Civic — 30/40*
The Civic is a class leader in the small-car category, and with good
reason. Available in coupe and sedan configurations, this Honda offers
a roomy interior, composed handling and excellent safety ratings.
- Nissan Versa — 30/36* Fuel economy concerns have
sparked the growth of the subcompact segment, with new entries like the
Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris coming to market. The brand-new Nissan Versa
is one of the best in this category, with a spacious interior and
stellar materials quality.
Source: United States Environmental Protection Agency
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April 23, 2008, 7:12 pm
