EPA Has Latest Mileage Data for Car Buyers

Thinking about buying a car? Well, then you’ll certainly want to factor in the EPA’s latest mileage tests as you consider cost of ownership. There is one caveat about EPA mileage figures: although these are the figures posted on car windows (by law), they are NOT considered the most precise figures, especially for city mileage. For a more precise estimate, use the Consumer Reports figures. The difference lies in the testing methodology: the EPA puts the car on a “treadmill” and measures the mileage, whereas Consumer Reports actually drives the car around for a while. The stop-and-go nature of real world driving makes a difference in the mileage figures.


The quick & dirty results of the EPA tests:

Best: Honda Insight, Toyota Prius, Mini Cooper, Pontiac Vibe, and Honda Odyssey

Worst: Dodge Ram 1500, BMW M5, VW Phaeton

And starting in January, hybrids come with tax breaks, too.

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