35.5 MPG by 2016 – 6 Cars Already Ahead of the Game
This week the Obama administration unveiled tighter new fuel efficiency rules. By 2016 all vehicles in the US must average 35.5 MPG or better. According to the government this will cut fuel consumption by 40% and generate up to $130 billion in benefits.
As we've seen in the past few years, some automakers are already working on hybrid and electric vehicles. A brief tour of the New York Auto show will prove more are on the way. Luxury brands such as Lexus, Porsche, and Lincoln all have hybrid models on display.
However, a few carmakers are already well ahead of the game. The following 2010 models all average 35.5 MPG or better.
Toyota Prius – 49.5 MPG
Honda Civic Hybrid – 42.5 MPG
Audi A3 – 36 MPG
Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen – 36 MPG
Volkswagen Jetta – 35.5 MPG
Volkswagen Golf – 35.5 MPG
