2000 rankings · Wagons
Most Fuel-Efficient 2000 Wagons, Ranked
We ranked all 8 EPA-rated 2000 wagons by what they cost to fuel. The Nissan Altra EV leads at about $1,080 a year (85 MPGe), while the Volvo V40 is the most expensive to run at $2,821 (21 MPG). The median wagon costs $2,325 a year to fuel. The class includes 1 electric and 0 hybrid or plug-in model.
Fuel costs assume 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gal regular, $3.95/gal premium and 18¢/kWh. Each model is shown in its most efficient configuration.
Top 8
Annual fuel cost (lower is better)All 8 models
| # | Model | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nissan Altra EV | Electric | 85 MPGe | 90 mi | $1,080 |
| 2 | Saturn SW | Gas | 27 MPG | — | $1,722 |
| 3 | Saturn LW | Gas | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
| 4 | Ford Taurus | Gas | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| 5 | Mercury Sable | Gas | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| 6 | Lexus RX | Gas | 19 MPG | — | $2,447 |
| 7 | Volvo V70 | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,693 |
| 8 | Volvo V40 | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,821 |