The 15 Crossovers With the Best Gas Mileage in 2023

The 15 Crossovers With the Best Gas Mileage in 2023

With a little bit of hybrid magic, a lot of the cars on this list will see gas mileage numbers well into the 30s and 40s.

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Crossovers are the hot thing right now, but just because someone is willing to dish out the extra cash for some more space doesn’t mean they want to pay more at the pump. That’s why we decided to take a look at the crossovers that sip the least amount of fuel.

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It won’t come as a surprise to you that quite a few vehicles on this list are indeed hybrids. Listen, there’s only so much automakers can do to combat physics. We’ve also got a pretty solid, but still affordable, range of prices from $22,000 to $42,000.

So, why don’t we take a look at the 15 crossovers that get the best gas mileage on sale today.

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15. 2023 Kia Seltos FWD: 31 MPG Combined

15. 2023 Kia Seltos FWD: 31 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $25,715

EPA combined/city/highway: 31/29/35

If you like funky styling, a small package and pretty decent fuel economy all at a very affordable price (for some buyers), then the Seltos is for you!

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14. 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross FWD: 32 MPG Combined

14. 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross FWD: 32 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $24,395

EPA combined/city/highway: 32/31/33

I absolutely some the Corolla Cross for what it is. If we were all honest with ourselves, we would realize the Corolla Cross is as much car as anybody really needs. But, it gets better from here. We’re gonna come across the CC again on this list, so buckle up.

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13. 2023 Hyundai Kona FWD: 32 MPG Combined

13. 2023 Hyundai Kona FWD: 32 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $23,476

EPA combined/city/highway: 32/30/35

Unfortunately, the Kona N does not make this list, but that’s okay. The regular Kona is a lovely little vehicle, and it’s super cheap for a new car!

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12. 2023 Nissan Kicks FWD: 33 MPG Combined

12. 2023 Nissan Kicks FWD: 33 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $21,775

EPA combined/city/highway: 33/31/36

The Kicks is one of the few cars on sale today that actually comes in fun colors! For that reason alone, I recommend it.

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11. 2023 Nissan Rogue FWD: 33 MPG Combined

11. 2023 Nissan Rogue FWD: 33 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $29,095

EPA combined/city/highway: 33/30/37

There are a lot of reasons the Rogue is one of the best selling vehicles in America, and having great fuel economy is near the top. Well, it’s that and the ‘Heroes’ tie in from the early 2000s.

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10. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Blue FWD: 34 MPG Combined

10. 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Blue FWD: 34 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $37,245

EPA combined/city/highway: 34/36/31

If you wanted a Palisade but couldn’t find one or didn’t have the room, the Santa Fe is a wonderful and smaller alternative.

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9. 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid FWD: 36 MPG Combined

9. 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid FWD: 36 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $41,555

EPA combined/city/highway: 36/36/35

It’s honestly witchcraft that Toyota was able to eke out such great gas mileage from a vehicle this big. I do not know how the engineer did it, but I think we should all clap for them.

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8. 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD: 37 MPG Combined

8. 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid FWD: 37 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $39,015

EPA combined/city/highway: 37/39/35

The Sorento’s restrained styling is a great alternative if Hyundai’s design language is a bit too much for you. It’s very nice that Hyundai/Kia give you the option when buying a car from either brand.

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7. 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Blue FWD: 38 MPG Combined

7. 2023 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Blue FWD: 38 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $32,485

EPA combined/city/highway: 38/38/38

I know a lot of people aren’t into it, but I think the Tucson is a really great looking crossover. It honestly could be one of the most distinctive vehicles on sale today.

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6. 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD: 39 MPG Combined

6. 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD: 39 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $42,640

EPA combined/city/highway: 39/42/36

The Ford Escape Hybrid is a very compelling package, but you’re going to need to be ready to pay up. At nearly $43,000, it is the most expensive vehicle on our list.

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5. 2023 Toyota Venza AWD: 39 MPG Combined

5. 2023 Toyota Venza AWD: 39 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $35,455

EPA combined/city/highway: 39/40/37

The Venza is a seriously great deal that perfectly bridges the gap between Toyota and Lexus. It also helps that it’s pretty handsome to boot!

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4. 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid FWD: 40 MPG Combined

4. 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid FWD: 40 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $33,695

EPA combined/city/highway: 40/43/36

The CR-V is one of the more handsome vehicles on this list. It really does look a lot more upscale than its very reasonable price would suggest.

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3. 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD: 40 MPG Combined

3. 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid AWD: 40 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $32,060

EPA combined/city/highway: 40/41/38

Standard all-wheel drive and 40 mpg in a vehicle this large is a truly impressive feat. Then again, this is Toyota engineers we’re talking about.

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2. 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: 42 MPG Combined*

2. 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid: 42 MPG Combined*

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Base Price: $29,305

EPA combined/city/highway: 42/45/38

The Corolla Cross Hybrid is one of my favorite vehicles that I have driven in quite some time. It’s not sporty, but dammit it’s honest. Plus, it gets some really excellent fuel mileage even when you’re pushing it. I cannot recommend this vehicle enough.

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1. 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD: 43 MPG Combined

1. 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid FWD: 43 MPG Combined

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Base Price: $28,815

EPA combined/city/highway: 43/42/44

Our MPG king! Look upon him in awe, as he is the ruler of our world!

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