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Would You Rather Buy Gas Or That Fab New Outfit?

July 24, 2018 by Rita Cook Leave a Comment

The Toyota Camry makes the list of our best gas mileage cars for your buck!

THE 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY AT AN OLD FUEL STATION IN MENA, AR. PHOTO: ERICA MUELLER

Why spend all your money on gas?

When considering a vehicle with the best gas mileage it’s a good idea to think about the many different ways you can look at the criteria.

For example, most car buyers go into the search mode with the idea that a hybrid is going to be a  cost saver when it comes to filling up the tank. However, what about the buyer who is not interested in a hybrid but is still keen on saving
money.

How To Get The Best Bang For Your Buck

While different models have different powertrains, trims and even overall personalities, here’s a quick roundup of how to get the best bang for your buck whether you insist on a greener machine or you prefer a gasoline engine that is environmentally conscious.

Best Gas Mileage Cars

2018 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID ON THE TALEMINA DRIVE PHOTO: ERICA MUELLER

First of all, keep in mind plug-in vehicles do not mean boring with space limitations anymore. The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid was completely redesigned this year and is impressive as a hybrid.

There is plenty of space for driver and passengers and the interior stands out too. Considered in the midsize range, there are many features the Toyota Camry offers including a large trunk and the gas mileage comes in at 51 in the city and 53 on the highway.

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For Fusion Titanium Hybrid

THE 2017 FORD FUSION TITANIUM HYBRID HAS EXCELLENT FUEL ECONOMY AND IS AN IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK. PHOTO: SARA LAFOUNTAIN

For the 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid you will love not only the 43 in the city and 41 the highway, but also a nice-size cabin, sporty handling and lots of easy-to-use features to make the driving experience fun.

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hyundai ioniq

THE HYUNDAI IONIQ WILL CHANGE WHAT YOU THOUGHT ABOUT HYBRID VEHICLES. PHOTO: JENN GREENE

The Hyundai Ioniq recently won Women’s World Car of the Year Best Vehicle and there were many reasons it came in first place in this category and the green category too. With 57 miles in the city and 59 miles on the highway that’s a big plus. The safety scores are also impressive along with an easy to use infotainment system.

Nissan Leaf

THE ALL-ELECTRIC 2018 NISSAN LEAF. PHOTO: KYMRI WILT

For Nissan lovers, the redesigned all-electric 2018 Nissan Leaf is a no brainer. This version boasts more horsepower, more innovative technology and there is even semiautonomous driving available. However, no matter how you slice it, the 125 in the city and 100 on the highway stands out more than just about any other feature on this one.

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Kia Niro

KIA NIRO EX HYBRID PHOTO: JENN GREENE

The 2018 Kia Niro is a subcompact SUV that gives drivers 46 to 52 in the city and 40 to 49 on the highway. Couple that with an upscale interior and great cargo space and you have a sure winner.

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The Mitsubishi Mirage has a great warranty with 33 to 37 in the city/40 to 43 on the highway. With a fairly good starting price for buyers the rearview camera, Bluetooth and touch screen are all standard this year.

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Finally, the 2018 Toyota Yaris iA has a nice interior, great handling and 30 to 32 miles in the city or 39 to 40 miles on the highway. And it leaves plenty of room in your budget for shopping.

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