2005 rankings · Wagons
Most Fuel-Efficient 2005 Wagons, Ranked
We ranked all 9 EPA-rated 2005 wagons by what they cost to fuel. The Pontiac Vibe leads at about $1,603 a year (29 MPG), while the Volvo V50 is the most expensive to run at $2,693 (22 MPG). The median wagon costs $2,214 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 9
Annual fuel cost (lower is better)All 9 models
| # | Model | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pontiac Vibe | Gas | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| 2 | Toyota Matrix | Gas | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| 3 | Scion xB | Gas | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| 4 | Saab 9-2 | Gas | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
| 5 | Saturn LW | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,214 |
| 6 | Ford Taurus | Gas | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| 7 | Mercury Sable | Gas | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| 8 | Volvo V70 | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,693 |
| 9 | Volvo V50 | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,693 |