15 most fuel-efficient hybrids on American roads

Hybrids combine the best of EVs and gas cars. The General used Department of Energy data to identify the top 15 most fuel-efficient hybrids in the U.S.

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Fossil fuels have been a cornerstone of America's energy infrastructure for over a century.  Today, however, as Americans come to terms with both the environmental impact of fossil fuels and rising transportation costs due to the depletion of a nonrenewable energy source, many people are seeking alternatives.

There has been increased consumer interest in electric vehicles, but the technology is not always accessible or practical in all regions, leaving many new vehicle buyers to look to hybrid vehicles.

The General used data from the Department of Energy to identify the top 15 most fuel-efficient hybrids in the U.S., ranked by their overall mileage, which is measured in miles per gallon. This story does not include plug-in electric hybrids.

Hybrid vehicles use both a traditional combustion engine and at least one electric motor. They usually store energy in a battery, which is used for lower-power functions such as driving at slower speeds and idling. The vehicles automatically switch to the combustion engine when more horsepower is required. Unlike fully electric vehicles, not all hybrids need to be plugged into a wall outlet or charging station as they generate electricity while driving.

Consumers can benefit from hybrids' increased fuel economy, and their engines generate fewer environmentally harmful emissions. Repair costs are also often lower over the lifespan of the vehicles, with many hybrids equipped with parts such as regenerative brakes. These cost-saving measures can offset the fact that hybrids sometimes have marginally higher sticker prices than their gas-fueled counterparts.

Though they are not new to the market, hybrids have steadily evolved since the first modern hybrid hit the market around the turn of the century. Toyota has produced its workhorse, the Prius, since the early 2000s; now, it also makes the Camry as a hybrid model. Industry veterans like Hyundai are also rolling out a hybrid version of their venerable Sonata.

Keep reading to find which 15 hybrids are the most fuel-efficient options.

#15. 2025 Toyota Camry HEV FF LE

 A Toyota Camry Hybrid sedan, in the downtown metropolis of Houston.

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- Combined mileage: 51 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 53 mpg
--- Highways: 50 mpg

- Engine: 2.5 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (AV-S6)

#10. 2022 Honda Insight (tie)

Honda Insight car with a U.K. license plate driving on an country road.

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- Combined mileage: 52 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 55 mpg
--- Highways: 49 mpg
- Engine: 1.5 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (variable gear ratios)

#10. 2023 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Blue (tie)

Hyundai Sonata on display at the New York Auto Show.

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- Combined mileage: 52 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 50 mpg

--- Highways: 54 mpg
- Engine: 2.0 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (AM-S6)

#10. 2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid LE (tie)

Toyota Camry Hybrid on a dirt lot.

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- Combined mileage: 52 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 51 mpg
--- Highways: 53 mpg
- Engine: 2.5 L, 4 cylinder

- Shifting: Automatic (AV-S6)

#10. 2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid (tie)

A light silver Corolla Altis on display in a showroom at an event.

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- Combined mileage: 52 miles per gallon

--- City streets: 53 mpg
--- Highways: 52 mpg
- Engine: 1.8 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (variable gear ratios)

#10. 2024 Prius XLE/LTD (tie)

A red Toyota Prius XLE Electric Vehicle on display outside in a lot.

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- Combined mileage: 52 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 52 mpg
--- Highways: 52 mpg

- Engine: 2.0 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (variable gear ratios)

#8. 2003 Honda Insight (tie)

A red Honda Insight hybrid car parked in central Tokyo.

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- Combined mileage: 53 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 48 mpg
--- Highways: 59 mpg
- Engine: 1.0 L, 3 cylinder
- Shifting: Manual 5-speed

#8. 2025 Kia Niro FE (tie)

A muted light green KIA Niro on display at a show.

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- Combined mileage: 53 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 53 mpg

--- Highways: 54 mpg
- Engine: 1.6 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (AM-S6)

#6. 2025 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Blue (tie)

A red Hyundai Elantra Hybrid with a Lyft sticker in the window passing a Metro Bus on the road.

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- Combined mileage: 54 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 51 mpg
--- Highways: 58 mpg
- Engine: 1.6 L, 4 cylinder

- Shifting: Automatic (AM-S6)

#6. 2024 Toyota Prius AWD (tie)

A yellow Toyota Prius AWD at the 2024 Canadian International Auto Show.

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- Combined mileage: 54 miles per gallon

--- City streets: 53 mpg
--- Highways: 54 mpg
- Engine: 2.0 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (variable gear ratios)

#5. 2022 Hyundai Ioniq

A light silver Hyundai IONIQ during L.A. Auto Show.

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- Combined mileage: 55 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 54 mpg
--- Highways: 57 mpg

- Engine: 1.6 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (AM-S6)

#4. 2022 Toyota Prius Eco

A bright blue Toyota Prius Hybrid in Hong Kong.

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- Combined mileage: 56 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 58 mpg
--- Highways: 53 mpg
- Engine: 1.8 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (variable gear ratios)

#3. 2024 Toyota Prius

A light silver Toyota Prius at the Singapore Motor Show 2024.

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- Combined mileage: 57 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 57 mpg

--- Highways: 56 mpg
- Engine: 2.0 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (variable gear ratios)

#2. 2020 Hyundai Ioniq Blue

A light pastel blue Hyundai IONIQ showcased at the Brussels Autosalon.

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- Combined mileage: 58 miles per gallon
--- City streets: 57 mpg
--- Highways: 59 mpg
- Engine: 1.6 L, 4 cylinder

- Shifting: Automatic (AM6)

#1. 2022 Hyundai Ioniq Blue

A light silver Hyundai IONIQ at the Milan Monza Motor Show, parked outside.

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- Combined mileage: 59 miles per gallon

--- City streets: 58 mpg
--- Highways: 60 mpg
- Engine: 1.6 L, 4 cylinder
- Shifting: Automatic (AM-S6)

Story editing by Alizah Salario. Additional editing by Kelly Glass. Copy editing by Kristen Wegrzyn. Photo selection by Clarese Moller.

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