Let’s face it folks, over time, the price of gas will rise. That much is certain. If you have a massive commute or you just drive everywhere all the time, you will want to save money on fuel. Hybrids are popular and the most efficient, but they have a higher sticker price than some regular fuel efficient cars like the Toyota Yaris and Honda Fit. Driving a fuel efficient car can shave hundreds off of your annual fuel costs, increase your mpg, AND be friendly to the environment. Trust me, your wallet and Mother Nature will thank you!
This car gets the best mileage of any new car around and it isn’t even close. Prius is Latin for “[to go] before”. That’s fitting, seeing that the Prius leads the pack in hybrid technology.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up  |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 11.9 gal | $29.63 | $755 |
Not only does the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid lead the hybrid pack with power (191 net horsepower), but the Federal Government wants you to buy one. Get a $1,700 tax credit if you buy a Fusion Hybrid before Sept. 30. Oh yeah, the Fusion Hybrid also receives best-in-class fuel economy with 41 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 16.6 gal | $41.33 | $972 |
The sister to the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, this impressive sedan not only receives exceptional mileage, but has some kick with 191 net horsepower. Cruise up to 47 mph on electricity alone and travel 700 miles on a single tank of gas. Not bad for a first-time hybrid.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 17.5 gal | $43.58 | $972 |
Not to be confused with the regular Honda Civic, this hybrid version along with the Prius are the only two new vehicles to get at least 40 mpg for both city and highway driving.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 12.3 gal | $30.63 | $889 |
The all-new Honda Insight features the lowest sticker price of any hybrid on the market as well as several nifty gadgets like the Eco Guide display that lets you earn five digital plants with leaves that grow if you drive green enough. Go green and save green with the Honda Insight.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 10.6 gal | $26.39 | $907 |
The 2010 Lexus HS 250h is a remarkable blend of luxury and efficiency. Imagine all of the cutting-edge technology, style and sophistication synonymous with Lexus, but with 35/34 city/highway mpg ratings. Help save the planet and look good doing it in the Lexus HS 250h.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 14.5 gal | $36.11 | $1,084 |
This hybrid version of the popular Nissan Altima has some serious power for a little hybrid. Nissan lovers rejoice! Less fuel, more Nissan!
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 20.0 gal | $49.80 | $1,099 |
Not only is the Tribute Hybrid incredibly fuel efficient, it is the least expensive SUV on this list. Now that’s a tribute to the people at Mazda.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 15.0 gal | $37.35 | $1,148 |
It’s big, it’s American and it’s fuel efficient! Okay, it is a hybrid, but that’s a good thing. If you are an SUV person, then you should be a Ford Escape Hybrid person.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 15.1 gal | $37.60 | $1,148 |
Another SUV hybrid that, according to its name is part blazing-hot planet, and sea navigator that gets great gas mileage. We’ll just settle for: spacious fuel efficient SUV.
| Tank Size | Cost To Fuel Up |
Annual Fuel Cost |
| 15.1 gal | $37.60 | $1,148 |
All miles-per-gallon (mpg) figures are from the 2008/2009 Fuel Economy Guide, which is published by the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy. Fuel Economy Guide data is derived from vehicle testing done at the EPA's National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory in Ann Arbor, Mich., and by vehicle manufacturers that submit their own test data to the EPA. All vehicles are tested in the same way so you can compare the results when choosing a vehicle type or class. The mpg ratings appear on window stickers on all new cars and light trucks prior to sale.
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