2025 Cars with the Best Gas Mileage
Looking for a new ride that will save you money at the pump? We have created a list of some of the top choices for cars with the lowest MPG.
The Newest Fuel-Efficient Cars
In our current era of crossover-ification, buying an actual car is becoming increasingly difficult. There just aren’t that many nameplates left. But that doesn’t mean the car should be abandoned entirely, especially for those interested in stretching a gallon of gas.
One inherent advantage cars have over their bloated crossover and SUV competition on this front is generally lower curb weights. Find yourself one of the increasingly popular hybrid-powered cars automakers are looking at, and you might be surprised at just how far those gallons of gas can go. Take a look at this list of new cars, currently on sale, with the best gas mileage to see what your options are.
2024 Mitsubishi Mirage: 39 MPG Combined
Mitsubishi is axing the tiny Mirage from its lineup after this year, so you’d better act fast if this subcompact looks compelling. Technically, it’s a 2024 model year, but the Japanese automaker still has the Mirage in hatchback and G4 sedan guise for sale on its website, so we’re including it. One of the few non-hybrid cars on this list, the Mirage still manages a solid 39-mpg combined rating thanks to its featherweight dimensions and diminutive engine.
Mustering just 76 horsepower from its 1.2L inline-3, the Mirage won’t be setting any stoplight drag records, but with a starting price of only $16,695, that’s just fine. The hatchback version, which boasts better fuel economy figures than the sedan, offers a useful 47 cubic feet of cargo space behind the front seats and, like all Mitsubishis, comes with a 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty and 2 years of complimentary service.
2025 Nissan Versa: 35 MPG Combined
Another cheap date, the Nissan Versa has an entry price of only $17,190, but manages to look reasonably upscale with its mini-Altima lines. That price point is for the base S model with an unheard-of-these-days 5-speed manual. Enthusiasts will rejoice, but know that with the stick, combined fuel efficiency measures 30 mpg versus the CVT variant that hits 35 and costs about $19,000.
A 1.6L inline-4 offers 122 hp and all 20205 Versas come with forward collision mitigation (FCM), but Apple CarPlay and Android Auto require at least a mid-tier SV or package on base models. That said, for about $21,000, you can get into the range-topping Versa SR with its alloy wheels, LED headlights, heated front seats, and 8” central touchscreen. Not bad for a subcompact econobox.
2025 Kia Niro Hybrid: 53 MPG Combined
It’s hard to say where exactly the Kia Niro fits in the broad automotive landscape. Is it a hatchback or crossover? Does it go in the subcompact or compact class? We may never know, but the Niro feels like it wants to be a subcompact hatchback and in hybrid form, who cares? It earns 53 mpg combined, comes with Kia’s 10-year powertrain warranty, and delivers 64 cubic feet of cargo capacity with the second row folded down.
The base LX model costs about $27,000 and comes nicely equipped with 16” alloy wheels, dual-zone automatic climate control, and an 8” central touchscreen with wireless smartphone mirroring. Spend up for the $35,000 SX Touring variant to enjoy a power-operated liftgate, climatized front seats, and a sunroof.
2025 Toyota Prius: 57 MPG Combined
The Toyota Prius has always been a fuel efficiency darling, but when it arrived in slinky fifth-gen form back in 2023, the Prius added good looks to the mix. This four-wheeled hybrid-powered wedge cleans house on this list of cars with the best gas mileage by earning 57 mpg combined in base spec. Adding all-wheel drive drops that number to 53, which is still impressive. Its hatchback design translates to a maximum cargo carrying capacity of 50 cubic feet, and in base trim, the Prius remains one of the most affordable hybrids on the market.
Highlights include alloy wheels, LED headlights, automatic climate control, FCM, a lane-keeping system, and adaptive cruise control (ACC). The new-for-2025 Nightshade Edition adds visual verve with its exclusive Karashi paint option, and the roughly $35,000 Limited model is loaded with 19” wheels, heated and ventilated front seats, a JBL audio system, wireless phone charging, and a 12.3” infotainment touchscreen.
2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid: 54 MPG Combined
Hot on the Prius’ fuel-sipping heels is the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid and its 54-mpg combined rating. These compact sedans aren’t quite as powerful as the 194-horse Prius, making just 139 hp from its 1.6L inline-4 hybrid powertrain, but the Elantra has a base price $3,000 below the Toyota.
That gets you a Blue Hybrid model that features a hands-free trunk, an 8” infotainment interface, and wireless smartphone integration. Hyundai also includes a better warranty with 100,000 miles of powertrain coverage and 3 years of complimentary service. Those seeking more in the way of amenities can look to the Limited Hybrid model with its sunroof, Bose audio system, and 10.25” touchscreen.
2025 Honda Civic Hatchback Hybrid: 48 MPG Combined
Honda sells the 2025 Civic Hybrid as a sedan or hatchback and though the sedan bests the hatch by 1 mpg in the combined fuel efficiency metric, we’d go the hatchback route for its improved cargo hauling capacity. These Honda hybrids are also fairly powerful with a 2.0L inline-4 hybrid powertrain good for 200 hp and 232 lb-ft of torque.
Couple that with the Japanese automaker’s reputation for building fun to drive cars and the Civic Hybrid becomes that much more compelling. Sport Hybrid models start at $30,150 and come with 18” wheels, heated front seats, a 7” touchscreen with smartphone integration, FCM, and ACC. For $33,150, the top-line Sport Touring Hybrid boasts leather upholstery, a 9” display, front and rear parking sensors, and a 12-speaker Bose audio system.
2025 Toyota Camry: 51 MPG Combined
2025 marks the start of 9th-generation Camry production and a new hybrid-only powertrain. With optional AWD, 38” of rear legroom, and 51 mpg combined for base models, the new Camry is an easy choice for those seeking a fuel-efficient sedan. If more space is a priority, check out the newly hybridized Subaru Forester.
The 2025 Camry starts under $29,000, but comes nicely outfitted with LED headlights, automatic climate control, wireless smartphone integration, and a long list of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) including FCM, ACC, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. Sporty XSE trim lines, that run just about $35,000, feature 19” rims, black accents, and a 12.3” central touchscreen with options like a panoramic moonroof and head-up display on offer.
2025 Honda Accord Hybrid: 48 MPG Combined
Camry’s longtime arch-nemesis, the Honda Accord in hybrid form, can’t quite match the Toyota in combined fuel economy. But, this mid-size sedan does have 3 more inches of second-row legroom and an extra 2 cubic feet of space in the trunk versus the new Camry. Unlike the Camry, the Accord is FWD-only, but it matches Toyota with 2 years of complimentary maintenance as part of its warranty coverage.
The 2025 Accord Sport Hybrid starts at $33,655, which gets you 19” wheels, remote engine start, heated front seats, and a similar array of ADAS to the Camry. The range-topping $39,300 Touring Hybrid setup goes further with heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seats, a HUD, and Google built-in.
2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid: 47 MPG Combined
Like it or not, the 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid has some of the most eye-catching styling in the mid-size sedan segment. It’s also a bargain compared to the Honda Accord Hybrid with a $31,250 starting price for the SEL Hybrid model. Notable features include 17” wheels, heated front seats, a 12.3” infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and digital key technology.
Like all new Hyundais, 10 years of powertrain coverage and 3 years of included service are part of the deal. The 47-mpg combined rating is plenty solid and those in need of more luxurious digs can check out the Limited Hybrid. It starts around $38,000 and boasts leather upholstery, climate-controlled front seats, a Bose audio system, navigation, and Hyundai’s Highway Driving Assist system.
