Guide to Fuel Economy
This section reveals the best and worst models for fuel economy based on our tests, and it shines a spotlight on which gas-saving vehicles and technologies make the biggest difference with the fewest trade-offs in space, utility, comfort, and performance. Learn how to save fuel now.
Updated September 29, 2026
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