Most Efficient EVs On The Market Today

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While widespread adoption may still be years away, electric vehicles, or EVs, have been growing steadily in popularity in the United States. According to the International Energy Agency, domestic EV unit sales climbed from about 200,000 in 2020 to 1.2 million in 2024. More recently, a report from Kelley Blue Book found that Americans bought nearly 300,000 new EVs in the first quarter of 2025, an 11.4% increase from Q1 2024.

According to a study from the Pew Research Center, most Americans who are considering switching to an EV – 72% – are doing so to reduce their carbon footprint and ultimately help the environment. But nearly as many prospective buyers – 70% – cite saving money on gas as an additional or standalone reason to make the transition. Indeed, buying an EV can save a typical driver thousands of dollars in just a few years, as EVs are far more efficient than their internal combustion engine counterparts – particularly certain EV models.

Using data from the Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy, Climate Crisis 247 identified the most efficient EV models on the market today. We reviewed data on hundreds of EV makes and configurations for the 2025 model year and listed those with the highest estimated fuel economy ratings. For each EV make and model, we only considered the trim level with the best estimated MPGe, or Miles Per Gallon Equivalent, an efficiency rating comparable to traditional gasoline powered vehicles. As a result, each make and model on this list is also available in trim levels with lower estimated MPGe ratings than those noted in this story. All supplemental data is also from the EPA and DOE.

Among the 13 vehicles on this list, fuel efficiency ratings range from 115 MPGe to 146 MPGe in combined city and highway driving. For comparison, fuel economy ratings for even the most efficient hybrid vehicles on the market today do not exceed 60 MPG. As a result, estimated charging costs for the vehicles on this list are anywhere from $550 to $700 per year. According to EPA estimates, this can save drivers $6,000 or more on average over a five year period.

13. Hyundai Ioniq 5

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Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 115 MPGe (131 MPGe city; 100 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 245 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $700 per year; $6,000 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Small SUV
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Rear

12. Kia EV6

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 115 MPGe (128 MPGe city; 103 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 237 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $700 per year; $6,000 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Small SUV
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Rear

11. BMW i4

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Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 116 MPGe (117 MPGe city; 114 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 266 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $700 per year; $6,000 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Compact Car
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Rear

10. Fiat 500e

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 116 MPGe (127 MPGe city; 104 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 149 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $700 per year; $6,000 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Minicompact Car
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Fron

9. Volvo EX30

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 116 MPGe (127 MPGe city; 104 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 261 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $700 per year; $6,000 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Small SUV
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Rear

8. Hyundai Kona Electric

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 118 MPGe (131 MPGe city; 105 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 200 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $700 per year; $6,000 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Small SUV
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Front

7. Toyota bZ4X

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 119 MPGe (131 MPGe city; 107 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 252 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $700 per year; $6,250 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Small SUV
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Front

6. Tesla Model S

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Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 124 MPGe (132 MPGe city; 116 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 410 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $650 per year; $6,250 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Large Car
Drive train: All Wheel Drive

5. Lexus RZ 300e

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 125 MPGe (137 MPGe city; 112 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 266 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $650 per year; $6,250 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Small SUV
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Front

4. Tesla Model Y

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 125 MPGe (134 MPGe city; 117 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 337 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $650 per year; $6,250 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Small SUV
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Rear

3. Hyundai Ioniq 6

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 135 MPGe (151 MPGe city; 120 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 240 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $600 per year; $6,500 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Midsize Car
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Rear

2. Tesla Model 3

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 137 MPGe (145 MPGe city; 128 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 363 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $600 per year; $6,500 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Midsize Car
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Rear

1. Lucid Air Pure

Highest available combined fuel efficiency rating: 146 MPGe (149 MPGe city; 142 MPGe highway)
Estimated driving range: 420 miles (combined city and highway driving)
Est. fuel costs: $550 per year; $6,750 less than avg. over 5 years
Vehicle type: Large Car
Drive train: 2-Wheel Drive, Rear