2025 Most Fuel Efficient SUVs

Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs at Basil Cars

While there are certainly a variety of factors that buyers take into account when making their next SUV purchase, one of the most common is the fuel economy rating. Although SUVs and crossovers are regarded for their versatility and generous interior dimensions, more and more drivers are shifting their attention toward models that have impressive MPG ratings. If you’re searching for an SUV that helps you go further on a single tank of fuel, Basil Family Dealerships has named our top picks for the most fuel-efficient SUVs on the market. Let’s take a closer look.

Buick Envision

2025 Buick Envision

Starting at $36,500 MSRP

MPG – Up to 22 City / 28 Highway / 24 Combined

Combining style and innovation with an elevated level of luxury, the Buick Envision offers a departure from the ordinary. As elegant as it is athletic, exterior design cues available on the Envision include LED-enhanced taillamps, LED headlights, and 19-inch aluminum wheels. Once you step inside the cabin, you’ll find yourself surrounded by upscale amenities that help melt away the stress of your daily commute. Standard 8-way heated front seats with lumbar support ease tension while providing plenty of support.

Optional dual-zone HVAC automatic climate control and everyone can define comfort on their own terms. Buick QuietTuning technology with Active Noise Cancellation helps create a serene atmosphere inside the Envision. Power comes in the form of a standard 2.0L Turbo ECOTEC engine which delivers up to 28 MPG on the highway. Choosing the Buick Envision means that you’ll be able to experience a premium SUV without making any compromises on fuel economy.

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Ford Escape Hybrid

2025 Ford Escape Hybrid

Starting at $32,490 MSRP

MPG – Up to 42 City / 36 Highway / 39 Combined

Back in 2005, the Ford Escape Hybrid made history as the world’s first hybrid SUV. Today, the Ford Escape Hybrid returns with an eye-catching exterior, innovative technology, and revolutionary fuel efficiency to help take your adventures further than ever before. Beneath the hood lies a 2.5-Liter Atkinson Cycle I-4 Hybrid powertrain paired to an Electronically-Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT). No matter what Mother Nature has in store for you, you’ll appreciate the confidence from its available Intelligent AWD system.

With up to 42 MPG city fuel economy, the Escape Hybrid is ready to help you make the most of your weekend plans. Helping you stay connected to your social circle, the cabin features FordPass Connect™ along with a 12.3-inch configurable LCD digital instrument cluster. Standard Ford Co-Pilot360 safety innovations gives drivers a helping hand when they need it the most, adding confidence and peace of mind behind the wheel.

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GMC Terrain

2025 GMC Terrain

Starting at $30,000 MSRP

MPG – Up to 26 City / 28 Highway / 27 Combined MPG

Whether you’re headed downtown for dinner and a movie or down to the lake for a weekend getaway, the rugged yet refined GMC Terrain has the efficiency to get you there with ease. Highlighting its outstanding versatility, the Terrain offers spacious room for 5 passengers along with the ability to carry up to 63.5 cubic feet of cargo thanks to fold-flat seats. With standard Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto compatibility, your favorite songs can come along for the journey.

Beneath the hood lies a standard 1.5L Turbo that produces a balanced 175 horsepower paired to a responsive 8-speed automatic transmission. An available Traction Select System and all-wheel drive are a few other impressive performance features available on the Terrain. With up to a 28 MPG highway fuel economy rating, the GMC Terrain helps you spend less time and money at the pump.

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Toyota Corolla Cross

2025 Toyota Corolla Cross

Starting at $24,035 MSRP

MPG – Up to 31 City / 33 Highway / 32 Combined MPG

Proof that good things DO come in small packages, the city-sized Toyota Corolla Cross sets the benchmark for the compact crossover SUV segment. Designed for those who refuse to blend in with the crowd, the Corolla Cross is available with a variety of expressive exterior colors including a unique two-tone roof treatment. Technology is infused into the cabin with standard amenities including wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto® integration, Bluetooth® wireless technology, HD Radio™ Technology, and an 8-inch touchscreen display.

Standard Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS-3.0) acts as an extra set of eyes to keep you and your loved ones protected from the unexpected. Performance comes from an efficient 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine paired with a responsive CVT. Choosing the Toyota Corolla Cross means that you can experience up to 33 MPG highway fuel economy, great for those who enjoy taking extended road trips. Fun, stylish, and packed with innovative features — the Toyota Corolla Cross is a perfect fit for those living active lifestyles.

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