How Do You Compare Fuel Consumption In Small Cars?
The days of gasoline under $2 a gallon seem to be long gone, so fuel consumption is more important than ever when selecting a new or used vehicle. Choosing a small car can definitely help cut your gas costs, but fuel efficiency varies considerably among compact and economy vehicles. Follow these steps to get fuel consumption comparisons from the federal government. Go to fueleconomy.gov. Click on the “Advanced search” link; it’s on the left side of the screen in the “Find and compare cars” box.Click on the “Advanced search” link; it’s on the left side of the screen in the “Find and compare cars” box. Click on the “Market class” link. Check the box next to “Small cars,” then click the “Search” button at the bottom of the screen to see a list of current models and the estimated miles per gallon they receive in city and highway driving. Select four vehicles you’re most interested in by checking the boxes beside their listings, then click the “Compare” button at the top of the list to see