Category: Vehicle Research

Minivans are some of the most practical vehicles for families, offering spacious third rows, sliding doors, and cargo capacity that many SUVs struggle to match. But their fuel economy varies considerably depending on whether they use a gasoline engine, conventional hybrid, or plug-in hybrid. The Toyota Sienna is the most fuel-efficient conventional minivan in the… read more

Three-row SUVs are among the most practical family vehicles, but their size and weight can make fuel economy a concern. Fortunately, the latest hybrid models are changing that. Some now achieve better than 35 MPG combined while offering seating for seven or eight passengers. The 2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid leads this comparison at 37 MPG… read more

Compact sedans have become remarkably fuel-efficient. The best hybrid models can exceed 50 miles per gallon, while several conventional gasoline sedans achieve more than 35 MPG combined without requiring an electric motor. The 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Blue is the most fuel-efficient compact sedan in this comparison, achieving an EPA-estimated 54 MPG combined. The Toyota… read more

Buying a midsize sedan no longer means settling for mediocre fuel economy. The most efficient 2026–2027 models can travel more than 50 miles on a gallon of gasoline, while conventional gasoline sedans still offer respectable highway efficiency. The Toyota Camry Hybrid and Hyundai Sonata Hybrid lead the mainstream midsize sedan segment at 51 MPG combined.… read more