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Most Fuel-Efficient Gas-Only SUVs of 2024

The most efficient 2024 gas-only SUV is the Nissan Rogue (1.5 L · FWD) at 33 MPG combined, 10 MPG above the median gas-only SUV (23 MPG) among the 105 gas-only SUVs ranked. The Nissan Rogue costs about $1,980 a year to fuel, $1,080 less than the median gas-only SUV ($3,060).

The top 10 run from 33 MPG to 30 MPG. Each model is listed once, with its best qualifying configuration named in the row; models with the same displayed value share a rank.

Best combined

33MPG

Nissan Rogue

Median model

23MPG

105 models

Top-10 median

31MPG

Models ranked

105

one row per model

Full ranking

Showing the top 50 of 105 models. Every column is sortable.

Most Fuel-Efficient Gas-Only SUVs of 2024: top 50 of 105 models
1
Nissan Rogue
1.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
333037$1,980+10
2
Toyota Corolla Cross
2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
323133$2,060+9
3
Chevrolet TrailBlazer
1.3 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
312933$2,080+8
3
Hyundai Kona
2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
312934$2,090+8
3
Volkswagen Taos
1.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
312836$2,090+8
3
Kia Seltos
2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
312834$2,110+8
3
Hyundai Venue
1.6 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
312933$2,130+8
8
Honda CR-V
1.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
302834$2,150+7
8
Toyota RAV4
2.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
302735$2,160+7
8
Buick Encore
GX · 1.3 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
302931$2,180+7
8
Ford Escape
1.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
302734$2,210+7
12
Subaru Crosstrek
2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
292734$2,220+6
12
Mazda CX-30
2.5 L · 4WD
Small SUVs · Gas
292633$2,270+6
12
Subaru Forester
2.5 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
292633$2,280+6
15
Lexus NX
250 · 2.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
282633$2,300+5
15
Chevrolet Equinox
1.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
282631$2,310+5
15
Kia Sportage
2.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
282533$2,320+5
15
Subaru Outback
2.5 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
282632$2,320+5
15
Mazda CX-5
2.5 L · 4WD
Small SUVs · Gas
282631$2,350+5
15
Hyundai Tucson
2.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
282532$2,370+5
15
BMW X1
xDrive28i · 2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
282534$2,880+5
15
BMW X2
xDrive28i · 2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
282433$2,910+5
23
Mitsubishi Outlander
2.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
272431$2,400+4
23
Jeep Compass
2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
272432$2,430+4
23
Volkswagen Tiguan
S · 2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
272431$2,430+4
23
Mazda CX-50
2.5 L · 4WD
Small SUVs · Gas
272430$2,460+4
27
Kia Sorento
2.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
262331$2,480+3
27
Ford Bronco Sport
1.5 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
262529$2,510+3
27
GMC Terrain
1.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
262429$2,510+3
27
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
1.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
262528$2,510+3
27
Infiniti QX50
2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
262329$3,090+3
27
Cadillac XT4
2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
262429$3,100+3
33
Chevrolet Blazer
2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
252229$2,580+2
33
Lincoln Corsair
2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
252230$2,630+2
33
Audi Q3
quattro · 2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
252229$2,640+2
33
Toyota Highlander
2.4 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
252229$2,640+2
33
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
2.0 L · RWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
252229$3,170+2
33
Infiniti QX55
2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
252228$3,210+2
33
BMW X3
sDrive30i · 2.0 L · RWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
252329$3,220+2
33
Lexus RX
350 · 2.4 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
252229$3,230+2
41
Lincoln Nautilus
2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
242129$2,690+1
41
Toyota Grand Highlander
LE/XLE · 2.4 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
242128$2,710+1
41
Buick Envision
2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
242228$2,720+1
41
Ford Explorer
2.3 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
242128$2,730+1
41
Dodge Hornet
2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas
242129$2,740+1
41
Hyundai Santa Fe
2.5 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas
242029$2,770+1
41
Genesis GV70
2.5 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
242228$3,310+1
41
Cadillac XT5
2.0 L · FWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
242229$3,350+1
41
BMW X4
xDrive30i · 2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
242128$3,370+1
41
Jaguar F-Pace
2.0 L · AWD
Small SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
242227$3,380+1

How this list is built

Every line below is read from the list definition that produced the table.

  • Classes: Small SUVs, Standard SUVs.
  • Powertrains: Gas.
  • Ranked by EPA combined MPG, highest first.
  • One row per model (make and model): the configuration that ranks best in this list is shown, with its trim, engine and drive named in the row.
  • Ties are decided on the displayed value (whole MPG or miles, kWh per 100 miles to one decimal, cost rounded to $10): tied models share a rank, then are ordered by a tie-breaker and by name.
  • Special-purpose vehicles, such as heavy-duty variants, are excluded.
  • Electric vehicles are ranked separately (see the EV rankings): gas, hybrid and diesel MPG is never mixed with MPGe.
  • Annual cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA rating and the dated national fuel prices stamped below; it is rounded to $10 and all differences use the rounded values.
  • Model years MY2022 to MY2027; a year is listed only when at least 10 models qualify.

Data and period

  • EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026
  • Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal); residential electricity, U.S. average, Jul 2026 (18.3¢/kWh)
  • 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway

Frequently asked questions

Which 2024 gas-only SUV (no hybrid) gets the best gas mileage?

The most efficient 2024 gas-only SUV is the Nissan Rogue (1.5 L · FWD) at 33 MPG combined, 10 MPG above the median gas-only SUV (23 MPG) among the 105 gas-only SUVs ranked. The Nissan Rogue costs about $1,980 a year to fuel, $1,080 less than the median gas-only SUV ($3,060).

How much does the Nissan Rogue cost to fuel per year?

About $1,980 a year at 15,000 miles a year, using the prices stamped at the bottom of this page. The median gas-only SUV in this list costs $3,060 a year.

How many gas-only SUVs are ranked for 2024?

105 models qualify, one row each. The median is 23 MPG, and the top 10 run from 33 MPG to 30 MPG.

How are ties, trims and drivetrains handled?

Each model appears once, with the configuration that ranks best in this list; its trim, engine and drive are named in the row. Models with the same displayed value share a rank (1, 2, 2, 4) and are then ordered by a tie-breaker and by name. See the methodology.

Are electric cars and plug-in hybrids included?

Not in this list. MPG rankings cover gas, hybrid and diesel models only. Electric cars are ranked in EV range and EV efficiency, and plug-in hybrids in electric range.

What does combined MPG mean?

EPA's combined rating blends 55% city and 45% highway driving. It comes from standardized laboratory tests, so your results will differ with driving style, weather and load. See the methodology.

EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal); residential electricity, U.S. average, Jul 2026 (18.3¢/kWh) · 15,000 miles a year, 55% city and 45% highway