Top Fuel-Efficient Cars Under $20,000
Nowadays, it seems like every time you blink gas prices go up. And those high prices are making it very difficult for everyone to afford to travel anywhere, including your daily commute back and forth to work or school.
If you are considering shopping around for a more fuel efficient vehicle, the good news is they are out there and you won't have to necessarily buy a hybrid. BankRate.com recently put together a list of nine vehicles that are fuel efficient on gas only.
And the best part? All nine on the list are less than $20,000. So not only will they not bust your gas budget, they won't break the bank either!
If you are looking to add a more fuel efficient vehicle to your garage, make sure to use the free to get the best overall deal.
Vehicle | Starting Price | City MPG | Highway MPG |
---|---|---|---|
Chevrolet Sonic Eco | $13,735 | - | 40 |
Ford Fiesta SFE | $13,995 | 29 | 40 |
Hyundai Accent | $14,595 | 30 | 40 |
Hyundai Elantra | $15,195 | 29 | 40 |
Mazda3 | $16,000 | 28 | 40 |
Ford Focus SFE | $18,200 | 28 | 40 |
Hyundai Veloster | $18,395 | - | 40 |
Chevrolet Cruze Eco | $18,425 | 28 | 42 |
Honda Civic HF | $19,455 | 29 | 41 |

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