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Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs of 2007

The most efficient 2007 SUV is the Ford Escape (Hybrid · 2.3 L · FWD) at 30 MPG combined, 12 MPG above the median SUV (18 MPG) among the 88 SUVs ranked. The Ford Escape costs about $2,180 a year to fuel, $1,660 less than the median SUV ($3,840).

The top 10 run from 30 MPG to 23 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

30MPG

Ford Escape

Median model

18MPG

88 models

Top-10 median

25MPG

Models ranked

88

one row per model

Full ranking

Showing the top 50 of 88 models. Every column is sortable.

Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs of 2007: top 50 of 88 models
1
Ford Escape
Hybrid · 2.3 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Hybrid
303129$2,180+12
2
Mercury Mariner
Hybrid · 2.3 L
Standard SUVs · Hybrid
272827$2,420+9
3
Saturn Vue
Hybrid · 2.4 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Hybrid
262329$2,510+8
3
Toyota Highlander
Hybrid · 3.3 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Hybrid
262825$2,510+8
3
Lexus RX
400h · 3.3 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Hybrid · Premium fuel
262825$3,090+8
6
Jeep Compass
2.4 L
Standard SUVs · Gas
242227$2,720+6
6
Jeep Patriot
2.4 L
Standard SUVs · Gas
242227$2,720+6
8
Chevrolet HHR
2.2 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
232028$2,840+5
8
Honda CR-V
2.4 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
232027$2,840+5
8
Subaru Legacy/Outback
Legacy · 2.5 L
Standard SUVs · Gas
232028$2,840+5
8
Toyota RAV4
2.4 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
232127$2,840+5
12
Chrysler PT Cruiser
Convertible · 2.4 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
221926$2,970+4
12
Honda Element
2.4 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
222025$2,970+4
12
Hyundai Tucson
2.0 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
221925$2,970+4
12
Kia Sportage
2.0 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
222025$2,970+4
12
Subaru Forester
2.5 L
Standard SUVs · Gas
222025$2,970+4
17
Dodge Magnum
2.7 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
211826$3,110+3
17
Hyundai Santa Fe
2.7 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
211824$3,110+3
17
Mercedes-Benz ML-Class
ML320 CDI 4matic · 3.0 L
Standard SUVs · Diesel
211924$4,490+3
17
Mercedes-Benz R-Class
R320 CDI 4matic · 3.0 L
Standard SUVs · Diesel
211926$4,490+3
21
Chevrolet Equinox
3.4 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
201724$3,270+2
21
Ford Freestyle
3.0 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
201825$3,270+2
21
Mitsubishi Outlander
3.0 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
201725$3,270+2
21
Pontiac Torrent
3.4 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
201724$3,270+2
21
BMW X3
3.0i · 3.0 L
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
201724$4,020+2
21
Nissan Murano
3.5 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
201823$4,020+2
21
Jeep Grand Cherokee
3.0 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Diesel
201823$4,720+2
21
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
GL320 CDI 4matic · 3.0 L
Standard SUVs · Diesel
201823$4,720+2
29
Buick Rendezvous
3.5 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
191723$3,440+1
29
Dodge Nitro
3.7 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
191622$3,440+1
29
Ford Edge
3.5 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
191623$3,440+1
29
GMC Acadia
3.6 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
191624$3,440+1
29
Lincoln MKX
3.5 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
191623$3,440+1
29
Saturn Outlook
3.6 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
191624$3,440+1
29
Suzuki Grand Vitara
2.7 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
191722$3,440+1
29
Acura RDX
2.3 L
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
191722$4,230+1
29
Mazda CX-7
2.3 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
191722$4,230+1
29
Volvo XC70
2.5 L
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
191623$4,230+1
39
Chrysler Pacifica
3.8 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
181623$3,6300
39
Honda Pilot
3.5 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
181622$3,6300
39
Hyundai Veracruz
3.8 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
181623$3,6300
39
Jeep Wrangler
3.8 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
181621$3,6300
39
Kia Sorento
3.3 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
181622$3,6300
39
Mazda CX-9
3.5 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
181622$3,6300
39
Suzuki XL7
3.6 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
181622$3,6300
39
Toyota 4Runner
4.0 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Gas
181621$3,6300
39
BMW X5
3.0si · 3.0 L
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
181521$4,4600
39
Infiniti FX35
3.5 L · RWD
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
181522$4,4600
39
Mitsubishi Endeavor
3.8 L · FWD
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
181622$4,4600
39
Subaru Tribeca
B9 Tribeca · 3.0 L
Standard SUVs · Gas · Premium fuel
181621$4,4600

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, Hybrid, Diesel.
  • 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 MY2000 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 2007 SUV gets the best gas mileage?

The most efficient 2007 SUV is the Ford Escape (Hybrid · 2.3 L · FWD) at 30 MPG combined, 12 MPG above the median SUV (18 MPG) among the 88 SUVs ranked. The Ford Escape costs about $2,180 a year to fuel, $1,660 less than the median SUV ($3,840).

How much does the Ford Escape cost to fuel per year?

About $2,180 a year at 15,000 miles a year, using the prices stamped at the bottom of this page. The median SUV in this list costs $3,840 a year.

How many SUVs are ranked for 2007?

88 models qualify, one row each. The median is 18 MPG, and the top 10 run from 30 MPG to 23 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