Even though gas prices have been fairly stable for the last few years, choosing a car with good gas mileage is an attractive option for most car buyers. After all, you never know when prices may spike again, and having a fuel efficient vehicle will keep you from spending all of your cash at the pump.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average American spends about $1,900 per year on gasoline which accounts for about 5.1% of overall consumer spending.
If you’re looking for a new, fuel efficient vehicle, here are the best in their class for 2016:
- Minicompacts: Fiat 500
- Subcompacts: Scion iA
- Compacts: Toyota Prius C
- Midsize: Toyota Prius Eco
- Large: Ford C-Max Hybrid FWD
- Pickup Trucks: RAM 1500
