Web Site Lists Fuel Economy Vehicles For 2003

The newest edition of the web-based Fuel Economy Guide is available at www.fueleconomy.gov. The improved web site features fuel economy, emissions, and safety data for model year 2003 vehicles, as well as fuel-saving tips for drivers looking to go the extra mile.

For the third year in a row, the Honda Insight and Toyota Prius hybrid electric vehicles continue to be the fuel economy leaders. In addition to being fuel-efficient, these vehicles are also among the cleanest vehicles available.

Fuel-efficient, advanced technologies play prominently in the new vehicle guide, as the three commercially available hybrid-electric vehicles–which use a smaller gasoline engine and self-charging electric motor/generator–were rated best in fuel efficiency. Also, a special new section featuring fuel cell vehicles highlights what’s coming down the road.

The joint EPA and Department of Energy Web site provides detailed information on vehicle fuel economy going back to 1985, which can be helpful for buying used cars. The website also includes emissions and safety data for model year 2003 vehicles as well as fuel-saving tips for drivers.

Fuel economy estimates are determined by averaging numbers gathered through tests conducted by manufacturers and verified by EPA. Vehicles are tested in a controlled setting and the results are adjusted to reflect actual driving conditions.

All vehicles are tested in the same way so consumers can compare the results when choosing a vehicle type or class. The miles-per-gallon ratings appear on window stickers on all new cars and light trucks prior to sale. Consumers can use this information to identify the most fuel efficient vehicles to purchase.

EPA has also posted the 2003 models on the Green Vehicle Guide website to give consumers a full picture of fuel economy and automobile emissions. Consumers can use this guide to locate the cleanest and most fuel efficient vehicle that meets their needs. To access this guide, visit: www.epa.gov/greenvehicles.

The following are the 2003 fuel economy leaders overall and by class as well as the lowest fuel economy models by Manufacturer/Model, City/Highway miles:

1.Honda Insight (hybrid electric, manual), 61/68
2.Honda Insight (hybrid electric, automatic), 57/56
3.Toyota Prius (hybrid electric, automatic), 52/45
4.Honda Civic Hybrid (hybrid electric, automatic), 48/47
5.Honda Civic Hybrid (hybrid electric, manual), 46/51
6.Volkswagen Jetta Wagon (diesel, manual), 42/50
7.Volkswagen New Beetle (diesel, manual), 42/49
7.Volkswagen Golf (diesel, manual), 42/49
7.Volkswagen Jetta (diesel, manual), 42/49
8.Toyota Echo (manual), 35/43
9.Volkswagen Golf (diesel, automatic), 34/45
9.Volkswagen Jetta (diesel, automatic), 34/45
9.Volkswagen Jetta Wagon (diesel, automatic), 34/45
10.Volkswagen New Beetle (diesel, automatic), 34/44

Highest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class 2003 Model Year by Class, Model, MPG city/highway miles:

Two Seater, Honda Insight (hybrid electric), 61/68
Minicompact Car, BMW Mini Cooper, 28/37
Subcompact Car, Volkswagen New Beetle (diesel, manual), 42/49
Compact Car, Toyota Prius (hybrid electric), 52/45
Midsize Car, Honda Accord, 26/34
Large Car, Chevrolet Impala, 21/32
Small Station Wgn, Volkswagen Jetta Wagon (diesel), 42/50
Midsize Station Wgn, Ford Focus Station Wagon (manual), 27/36
Sport Utility Vehicle, Toyota RAV4 2WD (manual), 25/31
Minivan, Dodge Caravan 2WD, 21/27
Minivan, Chrysler Voyager/Town & Country 2WD, 21/27
Pickup Truck, Ford Ranger Pickup 2WD, 24/29
Pickup Truck, Mazda B2300 2WD, 24/29
Cargo Van, Chevrolet Astro 2WD, 17/23
Cargo Van, GMC Safari 2WD, 17/23
Passenger Van, Chevrolet Astro 2WD, 16/20
Passenger Van, GMC Safari 2WD, 16/20

2003 MODEL YEAR LOWEST FUEL ECONOMY MODELS(a) Rank, Make/Model, City/Highway miles:

1.Ferrari Enzo Ferrari, 8/12
2.Lamborghini L-147 Murcielago, 9/13
3.Bentley Arnage, 10/14
3.Bentley Arnage LWB, 10/14
4.Ferrari 456 MGT/MGTA, 10/15
5.Ferrari 360 Modena Spider (automatic), 10/16
5.Ferrari 575 M Maranello (manual), 10/16
5.Ferrari 456 MGT/MGTA (manual), 10/16
6.Ferrari 575 M Maranello (automatic), 10/17
7.Bentley Continental R, 11/16
7.Bentley Azure, 11/16
7.Bentley Continental T, 11/16
7.Ferrari 360 Modena Spider (manual), 11/16
8.Maserati Cambio Corsa Coupe, 11/17
8.Maserati Cambio Corsa Spider, 11/17
9.Aston Martin DB-7 Vantage Coupe, 11/18
9.Aston Martin DB-7 Vantage Volante, 11/18
10.Cadillac Escalade AWD, 12/16
10.GMC K1500 Yukon AWD, 12/16
10.Land Rover Discovery Series II, 12/16
10.Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 4WD, 12/16
10.GMC K1500 Sierra Denali AWD, 12/16
10.Ford F150 2WD, 12/16
(a)Trucks over 8500 pounds gross vehicle weight rating are exempt from federal fuel economy requirements

Lowest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class (b) 2003 Model Year by Class, Make/Model, MPG city/highway:

Two Seater, Ferrari Enzo Ferrari, 8/12
Minicompact Car, Aston Martin DB-7 Vantage Coupe, 11/18
Minicompact Car, Aston Martin DB-7 Vantage Volante, 11/18
Subcompact Car, Ferrari 456 MGT/MGTA, 10/15
Compact Car, Bentley Continental R, 11/16
Midsize Car, Bentley Arnage, 10/14
Large Car, Bentley Arnage LWB, 10/14
Small Station Wagon, BMW 540I Sport Wagon, 17/21
Midsize Station Wagon, Audi S6 Avant, 15/21
Sport Utility Vehicle, Cadillac Escalade AWD, 12/16
Sport Utility Vehicle, Cadillac Escalade Ext AWD, 12/16
Sport Utility Vehicle, GMC K1500 Yukon AWD, 12/16
Sport Utility Vehicle, GMC K1500 Yukon XL AWD, 12/16
Sport Utility Vehicle, Land Rover Discovery Series II, 12/16
Minivan, Kia Sedona, 15/20
Pickup Truck, Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup 4WD, 12/16
Pickup Truck, GMC K1500 Sierra Denali AWD, 12/16
Cargo Van, Dodge Ram Van 2500 2WD, 13/14
Passenger Van, GMC H1500 Savana Pass Van AWD, 13/17
Passenger Van, Ford E150 Club Wagon, 13/17
Passenger Van, Chevrolet H1500 Chevy Express AWD, 13/17
(b)Trucks over 8500 pounds gross vehicle weight rating are exempt from federal fuel economy requirements