2009 rankings · Wagons
Most Fuel-Efficient 2009 Wagons, Ranked
We ranked all 11 EPA-rated 2009 wagons by what they cost to fuel. The Honda Fit leads at about $1,500 a year (31 MPG), while the Infiniti EX35 is the most expensive to run at $3,118 (19 MPG). The median wagon costs $1,938 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 11
Annual fuel cost (lower is better)All 11 models
| # | Model | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honda Fit | Gas | 31 MPG | — | $1,500 |
| 2 | Nissan Cube | Gas | 29 MPG | — | $1,603 |
| 3 | Pontiac Vibe | Gas | 28 MPG | — | $1,661 |
| 4 | Toyota Matrix | Gas | 28 MPG | — | $1,661 |
| 5 | Dodge Caliber | Gas | 27 MPG | — | $1,722 |
| 6 | Scion xB | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| 7 | Volvo V50 | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| 8 | Kia Rondo | Gas | 22 MPG | — | $2,114 |
| 9 | Volvo V70 | Gas | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| 10 | Audi A3 | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $2,469 |
| 11 | Infiniti EX35 | Gas | 19 MPG | — | $3,118 |