In 1991, most drivers paid $1 a gallon for gasoline. Twenty years later, filling up a car or truck costs at least $3 per gallon, which is putting a strain on bank accounts. Federal and state tax incentives mixed with dealer incentives are making it possible for many drivers to afford a fuel-efficient vehicle.
We've compiled a list of 2011's most fuel-efficient vehicles. Each week, we will highlight a different car that will save consumers on their gas prices. This week, we present the #3 most fuel-efficient car.
The electric Smart Car comes in a coupe or cabriolet model. The first round of Smart Fortwo vehicles go on sale in 2012 and are already available for lease only. As of September 2011, the Smart Fortwo Electric price has not been announced, though experts believe the price will be in the range of $27,000.
The compact, stylish, environmentally friendly car has zero-emission monitoring and will be available in spring of 2012. The third-generation Smart Fortwo Electric car has upgraded its battery, which allows this car to hit higher speeds than the previous models. Specifically, this boost in acceleration gives the vehicle the ability to reach highway speeds of 75 mph and 0 to 37 in 5 seconds flat. Other amenities include the quick-charging function that allows owners to charge your car in just an hour, and the air conditioning system is equipped with a pollen filter device. This car also offers a Smart Drive app for iPhone, with features that include navigation systems, hands-free phone call system, and the car finder.
Annual CO2 emissions (tons): 0
Charging time: Eight hours for a full charge or 3 ½ hours for 80 percent
Cost to charge: $547.50 per year based on average usage of 40 miles per day
Mileage between charges: 98 highway miles or 63 city and highway miles
If one of your New Year's Resolutions was to be more fuel-efficient and eco-friendly in 2012, then check out the Smart Fortwo Electric car in the Spring of 2012 to see if this is the car for you.
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