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Fuel Efficiency Shopping Guide

Every trip to the pump adds up, whether you are thinking about your wallet or your footprint. There is a lot to weigh between MPG, hybrid options, and how you actually drive, so we built this guide to make the comparison simple. Look for the badge marking every vehicle in our inventory rated 30+ MPG highway. That is what having it all with Priority looks like.

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How fuel efficiency differs from fuel economy

Fuel efficiency: How well a vehicle turns fuel into miles.

Fuel economy: How far a vehicle travels on a set amount of fuel.

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New

New cars average a combined 27 MPG today. Small SUVs and midsize sedans often clear 30+ MPG on the highway, so your options are wider than you might expect when inventory allows.

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Pre-Owned

Fuel economy swings more in the pre-owned market, but the numbers are there if you know where to look. Every pre-owned listing on our site includes its MPG rating.

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Electrified

Ready to cut gas out of the equation? Browse our hybrid and electric inventory and see what an electrified Lexus can do for your daily drive.

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What shapes real-world fuel economy

Beyond the spec sheet, a few things shape your real-world fuel economy:

Aerodynamics

A car's shape affects how hard the engine works against wind resistance.

Engine type

Four-cylinder, V6, V8, and diesel engines all sip fuel differently.

Size and weight

Heavier vehicles need more fuel to move.

Axle ratio

Where it is an option, a smaller ratio favors fuel economy over towing power.

Driving speed

EPA ratings assume steady highway driving at 55 mph. A heavy foot or hard acceleration can undercut your actual MPG.

Service

Keeping your fuel economy strong, and your vehicle running longer, comes down to routine service.

Oil changes

Today's engines go longer between changes, and every vehicle you buy from Priority Lexus Newport News gets free oil changes for life.

Fuel system service

Every 30,000 miles, this clears buildup and keeps your fuel system running efficiently.

Tires

Proper inflation matters most in extreme heat and cold, when pressure swings the most.

Schedule service

*Highway rating of 30 MPG or higher.