Best Deals on Fuel-Efficient Cars
August 8, 2013
With gas prices constantly on the rise, it's important nowadays to make sure your car is fuel efficient. So if you're in the market for a new car, chances are fuel efficiency is one of the main things you're looking for.
To help you through the process, Forbes recently released a list of the 10 best deals right now on fuel efficient cars. Vehicles on the list include the Ford C-Max Hybrid, Kia Optima Hybrid, and Nissan Versa Hatchback.
And to make sure you're getting even more savings, use the free RydeShopper to get the best deal possible. Also check out TrueCar Pre-Negotiated Prices to compare real prices in your hometown.
| Vehicle | MPG | Deals |
|---|---|---|
| Ford C-Max Hybrid | 47/44 | $1,000 cash or 1.9% for 36 months, 2.9% to 48 months, 3.9% to 60 months, 5.9% to 72 months |
| Ford Fusion Hybrid | 41/36 | Up to $2,500 cash or $750 cash and 0% to 60 months, 1.9% to 72 months |
| Kia Optima Hybrid | 35/40 | $1,000 leasing cash or $500 and 0.9% to 36 months, 1.9% to 60 months, 2.9% to 72 months |
| Kia Rio | 30/40 | $500 cash with 0.9% to 36 months, 1.9% to 60 months, 2.9% to 72 months |
| Nissan Versa Hatchback | 30/38 | $600 dealer discount and $500 cash, or $500 and 0% to 36 months, 1.9% to 60 months |
| Ford Focus | 28/38 | $1,500 cash or 0% to 36 months, 2.9% to 48 months, 3.9% to 60 months, 5.9% to 72 months |
| Mazda Mazda2 | 29/35 | $1,000 dealer discount |
| Buick LaCrosse eAssist | 25/36 | $1,000 cash or 1.9% to 60 months |
| Mazda Mazda5 | 21/28 | $1,000 dealer discount |
| BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | 17/24 | $7,500 cash, $4,500 option allowance, and 4.5% to 72 months |
My Recommendation for Car Shoppers
TrueCar No-Haggle, CarsDirect, and NADAGuides are the quickest way to see the lowest car prices in your area. These sites show you no-haggle prices from dealers closest to you - and the deals are usually really good. This should be the first step you take when negotiating your car price. Follow this up with my checklist to make sure you squeeze out every last bit of savings.- Gregg Fidan
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Gregg Fidan is the founder of RealCarTips. After being ripped off on his first car purchase, he devoted several years to figuring out the best ways to avoid scams and negotiate
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