2003 rankings · Wagons
Most Fuel-Efficient 2003 Wagons, Ranked
We ranked all 7 EPA-rated 2003 wagons by what they cost to fuel. The Pontiac Vibe leads at about $1,661 a year (28 MPG), while the Audi S6 is the most expensive to run at $3,950 (15 MPG). The median wagon costs $2,583 a year to fuel.
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 7
Annual fuel cost (lower is better)All 7 models
| # | Model | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pontiac Vibe | Gas | 28 MPG | — | $1,661 |
| 2 | Toyota Matrix | Gas | 28 MPG | — | $1,661 |
| 3 | Saturn LW | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| 4 | Lexus RX | Gas | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
| 5 | Volvo V70 | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,693 |
| 6 | Volvo V40 | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,693 |
| 7 | Audi S6 | Gas | 15 MPG | — | $3,950 |