Top 10 Most Fuel-Efficient Cars in the World

Written By Anurag Tiwari

Top 10 Most Fuel-Efficient Cars in the World Fuel economy greatly impacts the budget. A good part of the income goes to fuel, and the price is always uncertain and going northwards with no control of ours.

Despite all the buzz around hybrid and electric car technology, the old-fashioned internal combustion engine is still considered more reliable. In fact, fuel-efficient and affordable gasoline-powered cars still surpass their electric counterparts. This suggestive list of “Top 10 Most Fuel-efficient Cars in the World in 2024-25” will give you some relevant and useful details about the cars that our research finds to be the most fuel-efficient. Read on.

Here is the Top 10 Most Fuel-Efficient Cars in the World

1. Mitsubishi Mirage Hatchback:

• Price: $ 16,000
• Engine: 1.2-liter inline-3
• MPG: 36/43/39(city/Highway/combined)

Priced at just $16,000, the 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage hatchback is one of the cheapest cars today and is the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid car. Powered by a 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine that makes 78 horsepower, the car got the highest EPA ratings and makes a good stand for fuel economy.

2. Hyundai Elantra:

• Price: $ 21,665 upto $ 27,065
• Engine: 2.0-liter inline-4
• MPG: 33/43/37(city/Highway/combined)

The Hyundai Elantra offers a range of 459 miles under mixed driving conditions and uses a 147 hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a CVT. The car is second most fuel-efficient in our list which facilitates 33 mpg in the city, 43 mpg on the highway and 37 mpg combined. The price of this sharp looking sedan is about $ 20,000.

3. Honda Civic:

• Price: $ 24,250
• Engine: 1.5-liter turbo
• MPG: 33/42/36(city/Highway/combined)

You can hardly point out anything which Honda Civic doesn’t do well. From fuel sippers to track attackers, the models are available for every need. The sedan version of the car is available in 2 engine options and gives maximum mileage when fitted with the 1.5-liter four cylinder and CVT. The model EX is the mid-level with more power of 180hp. 2024 has seen a complete redesign on the interior and exterior part of Honda Civic, though the car is still as fuel efficient as it used to be and rated at an EPA combined 36 mpg.

4. Hyundai Accent:

• Price: $ 19,600
• Engine: 1.6-liter inline-4
• MPG: 33/41/36(city/Highway/combined)

Under the price tag of $ 17,000, the 2024 Hyundai Accent looks striking. Its small 120 hp inline-four engine and CVT combination makes it quite efficient which returns 33 mpg in the city, 41 mpg on the highway and 36 mpg combined. The 11.9-gallon fuel tank allows you to cover upto 428 miles. The car is equipped with a 5-inch colour touchscreen with 4 speakers and a remote keyless entry system is also made available. Other features include tire pressure monitoring system, cruise control, 6- way adjustable driver’s seat along with 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback.

5. Volkswagen Jetta:

• Price: $ 23,220
• Engine: 1.6-liter inline-4
• MPG: 30/41/35(city/Highway/combined)

Volkswagen Jetta is known for its space and also called “the golf with a trunk” for the same reason. The car has 158 hp turbo four -cylinder engine and a six-speed manual transmission but uses 8 speed option on automatic mode.  As per EPA the car gives 30 mpg in the city, 41 mpg on highway and 35 mpg combined.

6. Kia Rio:

• Price: $ 17,275
• Engine: 1.6-liter, 4 cylinders
• MPG: 33/41/36(city/Highway/combined)

One of the most fuel-efficient cars Kia Rio starts with $ 17, 275 for the LX model. The car is powered with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine good for only 120 horsepower which is combined with CVT. The car features an 8-inch touch screen with a rear camera. IIHS gave top safety pick to the Rio sedan, however, in lower trims many of the driver-assistance features are not available.

7. Honda Accord:

• Price: $ 27,895
• Engine: 1.5 liter turbocharged inline-4
• MPG: 30/38/33(city/Highway/combined)

The frugal 2024 Honda Accord is a premium mid -size sedan which returns 30 mpg in the city, 38 mpg on the highway and 33 mpg combined. With a full tank the car can go upto 488 miles. The stylish sedan comes with two engine options, a 1.5-liter turbo four and 2.0-liter turbo four.

Not only this spacious sedan comes with high fuel efficiency but also scores high on safety and won Top Safety Pick+ award from IIHS. The features include the Honda sensing suite of safety system, 8-inch infotainment and 8 speaker sound system among others.

8. Chevrolet Spark:

• Price: $ 14,595
• Engine: 1.4 -litre, 4 cylinders
• MPG: 30/38/33(city/Highway/combined)

One of the cheapest cars available today in the international market is Chevrolet Spark. The 98 hp 1.4-liter four cylinder comes easy on gas and the car offers manual transmission. With its 9-gallon fuel tank you can go upto 297 miles. In the city, the car returns 30 mpg, and on highway 38 mpg while 33 mpg combined.

Here, the thing to be noticed is that the company has planned to discontinue the car and 2024 is the last year of its final model.

9. Nissan Kicks:

• Price: $ 21,830
• Engine: 1.6 liter inline-4
• MPG: 31/36/33(city/Highway/combined)

The 2024 Nissan Kicks is a very fuel- efficient car powered by a 1.6-liter inline 4 engine. The Environmental Protect Agency (EPA)has rated this crossover to return 31 mpg in the city, and 36 mpg on the highway, and in mixed driving conditions it can return 33 mpg.

10. Kia K5:

• Price: $ 25,390
• Engine: 1.6 liter turbocharged inline-4
• MPG: 29/38/32(city/Highway/combined)

With head-turning design and more standard features, the 2024 Kia K5 is quite a fuel-efficient midsize sedan. According to the EPA, the car offers 29 mpg in the city, 38 mpg on the highway, and 32 mpg combined. With a tankful of gas, the car can cover upto 506 miles. Kia 5 is powered by a 180 hp turbo four and comes with an updated ‘Kia’ logo this year.    This LX trim of the K5 is the base model with an 8-speed automatic and FWD configuration.

Final Words:

Here we cover the 10 most fuel-efficient non-hybrid cars in the world and provide the most relevant details we could gather. Fuel efficiency is one of the most crucial factors when finalizing a car. However, other factors can also be critical. We suggest doing your own research as per your individual needs before taking the final call. Must Visit InnovativeZone India Magazine.