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8 Cars that Will Save You Money on Gas
September 18, 2014
It seems every time you go to the pump, gas prices are inching higher and higher. So, which vehicles should you consider if you want to save maximum money on gas?
U.S. News & World Report's Best Cars Blog has done some of the leg work for you by releasing a list of eight affordable small cars and hatchbacks that all achieve at 40 MPG on the highway. Vehicles on the list include the 2015 Honda Fit, 2015 Volkswagen Golf, and 2015 Mazda Mazda3.
If you're considering any of these great mileage vehicles, make sure to use TrueCar No Haggle and CarsDirect to see the best prices being offered on them.
| Vehicle | MPG City | MPG Highway | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Volkswagen Golf | 30 | 45 | $21,995 |
| 2015 Ford Fiesta | 31 | 43 | $16,090 |
| 2014 Mini Cooper | 30 | 42 | $20,450 |
| 2014 Toyota Corolla | 30 | 42 | $18,700 |
| 2014 Honda Civic | 31 | 41 | $19,940 |
| 2015 Honda Fit | 33 | 41 | $15,525 |
| 2015 Mazda Mazda3 | 30 | 41 | $16,945 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Sonic | 29 | 40 | $17,205 |
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