2021 rankings · Special Purpose Vehicles
Most Fuel-Efficient 2021 Special Purpose Vehicles, Ranked
We ranked all 5 EPA-rated 2021 special purpose vehicles by what they cost to fuel. The Ford Transit Connect leads at about $1,788 a year (26 MPG), while the Mercedes-Benz Metris Passenger is the most expensive to run at $3,118 (19 MPG). The median special purpose vehicle 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 5
Annual fuel cost (lower is better)All 5 models
| # | Model | Type | Combined | Range | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford Transit Connect | Gas | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| 2 | Nissan NV200 Cargo Van | Gas | 25 MPG | — | $1,860 |
| 3 | Ram Promaster City | Gas | 24 MPG | — | $1,938 |
| 4 | Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo | Gas | 21 MPG | — | $2,821 |
| 5 | Mercedes-Benz Metris Passenger | Gas | 19 MPG | — | $3,118 |