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Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs in 2026

SUV shoppers can compare gasoline models on MPG, then weigh fuel use against the kind of vehicle and configuration they want. These current entries are ordered by fuel economy, with the figures offering a consistent starting point for comparing running costs. Models shown include the 2026 Kia Niro FE, 2027 Kia Niro and 2026 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid, as well as several Toyota RAV4 versions. Pay attention to the precise trim and drivetrain: the entries distinguish, for example, between RAV4 AWD SE & LE, Limited & XSE, and XLE configurations. Use MPG and the available cost details to compare SUV options for your everyday driving, while keeping the model-year and version in view.

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2026 Kia Niro FE

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl 53 city · 54 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,250 fuel a year53 MPG

$1,250fuel a year
02

2027 Kia Niro

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl 53 city · 46 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,350 fuel a year50 MPG

$1,350fuel a year
03

2026 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Plug-in hybrid

Plug-in hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl 49 city · 47 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,400 fuel a year48 MPG

$1,400fuel a year
04

2026 Toyota RAV4

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 47 city · 40 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,550 fuel a year43 MPG

$1,550fuel a year
05

2026 Toyota RAV4 AWD SE & LE

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 46 city · 39 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,600 fuel a year42 MPG

$1,600fuel a year
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2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid AWD

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.0 L 4-cyl 46 city · 39 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,600 fuel a year42 MPG

$1,600fuel a year
07

2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo 40 city · 42 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,650 fuel a year41 MPG

$1,650fuel a year
08

2026 Toyota RAV4 AWD XLE

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 45 city · 38 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,650 fuel a year41 MPG

$1,650fuel a year
09

2026 Toyota RAV4 AWD Limited & XSE

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 43 city · 37 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,650 fuel a year41 MPG

$1,650fuel a year
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2026 Lexus NX 350h

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 42 city · 38 hwy

Combined MPG· $2,050 fuel a year40 MPG

$2,050fuel a year
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2026 Ford Escape FWD PHEV

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Plug-in hybrid

Plug-in hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 42 city · 37 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,700 fuel a year40 MPG

$1,700fuel a year
12

2025 Honda CR-V FWD

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.0 L 4-cyl 43 city · 36 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,700 fuel a year40 MPG

$1,700fuel a year
13

2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 41 city · 38 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,700 fuel a year39 MPG

$1,700fuel a year
14

2026 Lexus NX 350h AWD

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 41 city · 37 hwy

Combined MPG· $2,100 fuel a year39 MPG

$2,100fuel a year
15

2025 Ford Escape FWD HEV

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 42 city · 36 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,700 fuel a year39 MPG

$1,700fuel a year
16

2026 Ford Escape AWD HEV

SUV · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 42 city · 36 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,700 fuel a year39 MPG

$1,700fuel a year
17

2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Blue

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo 38 city · 38 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,750 fuel a year38 MPG

$1,750fuel a year
18

2026 Mazda CX-50 4WD

SUV · 4-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 39 city · 37 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,750 fuel a year38 MPG

$1,750fuel a year
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2025 Toyota RAV4 PHEV AWD

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Plug-in hybrid

Plug-in hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 40 city · 36 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,750 fuel a year38 MPG

$1,750fuel a year
20

2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD Woodland Edition

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.5 L 4-cyl 41 city · 35 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,750 fuel a year38 MPG

$1,750fuel a year
21

2027 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD

SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo 37 city · 36 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,800 fuel a year37 MPG

$1,800fuel a year
22

2026 Jeep Cherokee AWD

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo 39 city · 35 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,800 fuel a year37 MPG

$1,800fuel a year
23

2027 Honda CR-V AWD

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 2.0 L 4-cyl 40 city · 34 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,800 fuel a year37 MPG

$1,800fuel a year
24

2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid

Hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo 36 city · 37 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,850 fuel a year36 MPG

$1,850fuel a year
25

2027 Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid

SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Plug-in hybrid

Plug-in hybrid 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo 35 city · 36 hwy

Combined MPG· $1,850 fuel a year36 MPG

$1,850fuel a year

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Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs in 2026

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