Midsized and Large Cars
Mazda6 2017-2018
The 6 is one of the sportiest midsized sedans. Its quick steering contributes to its agility, and we got a class-leading 32 mpg overall from the 2017 model we tested.
Other Good Choices
2015-2017 Honda Accords
2015 Honda Accord Hybrid
Subaru Legacy 2016-2017
Toyota Avalon 2014-2016
Toyota Avalon Hybrid 2013-2014
Toyota Camry 2015-2017
Toyota Camry Hybrid 2015-2016
Luxury Cars
2015-2016 Acura TLX
Lexus ES 2013-2015
The TLX had a quiet cabin, came nicely equipped, and was available with a manual gearbox in V6 models. We got 27 mpg overall with the four-cylinder. The Lexus ES is a luxury version of the Toyota Camry. It’s comfortable and quiet, and the hybrid got 36 mpg overall.
Other Good Choices
BMW 3 Series 2016-2017
2013-2015 Lexus ES Hybrid
2013 Lexus GS
Lincoln MKZ 2017
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Sports Cars/Convertibles
Audi A5 2014
Mazda MX-5 Miata 2016
Wagons and Minivans
Toyota Sienna 2015-2016
The Sienna delivers a comfortable ride, a flexible interior, and the FWD version got 20 mpg overall; the AWD one gets 19 mpg.
Another good choice
Toyota Venza 2015
Small SUVs
Audi Q3 2016
Honda HR-V 2017-2018
The Q3 is quiet, has a refined ride, and its well-finished interior has comfortable seats and a high feature content. The HR-V provides great fuel economy, and its flexible seating and cargo spaces carry family, gear, or both.
Other Good Choices
Acura RDX 2014
Buick Envision 2017
Honda CR-V 2015-2016
Mazda CX-5 2017
Toyota RAV4 2014-2016
Midsized and Large SUVs
Toyota Highlander 2013-2015
The three-row Highlander has a quiet interior, room for seven, straightforward controls, and top-notch reliability. The redesigned 2014 model lost the cushy ride and plush interior of the previous generation, but fuel economy improved to 20 mpg overall.
Other Good Choices
Lexus RX 2013-2014
Nissan Murano 2016-2017
Toyota Highlander 2013
Pickup Trucks
Toyota Tacoma 2014-2015
The Tacoma is rough and utilitarian, but it’s a dependable truck that holds its values.
Another GoodChoice
Toyota Tundra 2013-2014