10 Cars That Are More Efficient Than a Prius

1. BMW i3

Topping all challengers is the BMW i3. This strange-looking luxury hatchback returns a combined consumption score of 124 MPGe; its city rating is 137 while its highway score is 111.

Ensuring the car is at least somewhat fun to drive it features an electric motor that delivers 170 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. These figures are good enough for a zero to 60 jaunt of just 7.2 seconds. Not surprisingly a lithium-ion battery pack provides the power.

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Mixing things up the i3 is also available with a gasoline-powered range extender. This inline two-cylinder provides electricity to recharge the battery and can increase the car’s driving range by 75 miles. This extra-cost option is great for longer trips and situations when a charging station is not nearby.