The Most Fuel-Efficient Cars of 2011
Electric cars like the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Volt top the list, but overall the number of fuel-efficient cars that get 30 mpg or better is growing. Two fuel-efficient SUVs and one station wagon make the list, too, thanks to hybrid and clean diesel technologies.
See the most fuel-efficient new cars, wagons and SUVs for 2012!
By Dan Shapley
2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI
Price: $17,965
Fuel economy: 34 mpg
Annual fuel cost: $1,411
Annual CO2: 6.2 tons
While modern diesel engines are far cleaner than a decade ago, they still aren't as clean as gasoline engines. But for fuel efficiency in a reliable small hatchback, the Volkswagen Golf TDI is still considered a good buy.
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