I am looking for a newer car that gets great gas milage, any suggestions?

Answer 1

Reducing Gas Prices

We can reduce gas prices, and in many cases reduce our expenses in other areas, by reducing the demand for petroleum products. How do we reduce demand? Easy. Reduce consumption. Here are some suggestions on how to do that:

1. Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Improperly inflated tires reduce gas mileage. Most tires should be inflated to 32-35 psi, but look on your tires for specific numbers.

2. Make sure your engine is properly tuned. An out of tune engine wastes gas and money. Have it checked.

3. When you stop at a stop light, stay stopped until the light is green. Don’t try to ease up a little at a time – this not only wastes gas, but wears out your brakes sooner than normal.

4. Accelerate slowly. Rapid acceleration (“jack rabbit starts”) wastes gas.

5. Use synthetic oil whenever you change or have your oil changed. Since it’s synthetic, you are not using a petroleum product therefore you are reducing demand. Most cars actually get better gas mileage with synthetic oil, so it’s a win win.

6. Whenever possible, use alternative fuels such as biodiesel or E85. They not only reduce petroleum consumption, but they are cheaper and better for the environment. Unfortunately, they are not widely available yet in most places, but start asking about them when you buy gas and fuel distributors will begin to get the message; if they think there is a market, they will supply that market.

7. Don’t rush out to buy a new car… but if you are in the market for one anyway, consider buying a more fuel efficient car or even a hybrid car. Hybrid cars are more expensive but you can get a federal tax credit which will offset much of the extra expense and if you do a lot of driving, the money you save on gas will offset the rest.

8. Carpool.

Answer 2

I love Honda. I have a Honda Civic LX ('03) and I get an average of 36 - 40 miles per gallon. It's also a manual transmission (stick shift), so I think that really helps with the mileage. It's also an affordable car. If you have the extra money to shell out, buy a Hybrid.

Answer 3

2003 or greater modern Honda Accord, is presented in sedan or coupe, and provides the two 4cylinder or 6 cylinder engiens, the two have super overall performance and mileage. I even have an 05 Accord EX V6 coupe with 110K miles on it and it nonetheless runs super! Subaru Impreza or Legacy.. those autos have an surprising AWD gadget this is amazingly convienent for top velocity dealing with and iciness dealing with, and is likewise a very good protection characteristic, which helps shrink coverage! The Impreza nonetheless gets solid gas mileage even nevertheless AWD consistently hurts mileage a sprint. yet those autos are basically as stable as Toyota's and Honda's for my section, basically verify out what proportion Subaru's you nonetheless see on the line from the eighty's! Honda Civic/ Scion tC- you will desire to be waiting to get a clean, or very fairly used Civic or tC for this cost, besides because of the fact the Toyota Corolla, all 3 are very risk-free, very useful autos which will final consistently. If overall performance is a undertaking in any respect, listed under are some sporty innovations that still get solid mileage: ninety seven-01 Honda Prelude, super dealing with, skill, mileage and reliability, somewhat changed, looks very superb Acura Integra GSR, solid reliability, super looks, easy-weight and ordinary to mod, low-fee, yet problematic to locate one that has no longer been pushed problematic. Acura RSX sort S- this would be a super motor vehicle, curiously mind-blowing, is amazingly mushy tochronic, the interior format is superb, shifts are ordinary, skill is extreme and nonetheless has the reliability and convenience of Acura. Toyota Celica GT-S, the quickest of all Celica's, this would be a distinctly efficient FWD motor vehicle. It does have torque steer and lacks skill until eventually the better RPM's nevertheless. solid success

Answer 4

You didn't say new, so guessing you're looking used...??
Hondas come in with the highest ratings overall...the Honda Insight hybrid is the best car on the market now for fuel efficiency ( 60 MPG!)and overall ratings ..looks kind of cool too. Forgotten in the hybrids talk is the VW Beetle, comes in around 35-40 mpg and a fun car...also the VW Golf, which is a bit more functional for everyday life...and drives great.

Answer 5

Honda Civic Hybrid is rated at 50mpg highway and 51mpg city, and will achieve real world mileage in the mid-40's. The VW diesel models are worth a look if you live in a warm climate, but you might want to wait until next year when the low-sulfur diesel fuel is available in the US.

Answer 6

Most of the hybrid cars are supposed to get realy good gas milage.

Answer 7

Toyota Prius or a Honda Civic hybrid.

Answer 8

Toyota Prius... Greater than 50 MPG, and it comes with the reliability and quality of a Japanese car. I'd buy one myself if I had the money.

Also, if you work close to your home, I would advocate buying a bicycle and using it to commute. You will save gas and money, get exercise, and save the planet all at the same time.

Answer 9

If you are looking to buy used, you might want to take a look at a Focus. They don't hold their resale value like a Japanese car, but I've found mine to be quite reliable. And since they don't have as good resale value, you can get a better buy for your money.

If you prefer Japanes cars, how about an Echo?

Answer 10

I have a Prius and average 54 MPG per tank and I have 33K miles on it. It is a marvelous machine, comfortable and reliable. It is a hatchback and can carry a surprising load.

Depending on where you live, you can also drive as a solo passenger in the carpool lane. Further, you can qualify for federal tax relief ($2,000) on your annual taxes.