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Sources: EPA fuel economy file 2026-11-04 | NHTSA safety records 2026-11-14
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Best Midsize Cars gas mileage, 2026 models

30 2026 models are in the Midsize Cars class in the agency's file. The top figure is 57 mpg combined for the Toyota Prius; the middle figure of the class is 28 mpg.

Ranked by best combined mileage

Each model's best version, miles per gallon, combined city and highway. The top 25 of 26 are shown. The 5 electric or fuel-cell entries of this class are in their own table below, so the 26 here are the models that burn fuel.

1. Toyota PriusPrius, hybrid - 4 versions tested
57 mpg
2. Hyundai ElantraElantra Hybrid Blue, hybrid - 7 versions tested
54 mpg
3. Toyota CamryCamry HEV FF LE, hybrid - 5 versions tested
51 mpg
4. Honda CivicCivic 4Dr (Hybrid, 4-cyl 2.0 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), hybrid - 4 versions tested
49 mpg
5. Lexus ESES 350h, hybrid - 2 versions tested
46 mpg
6. Honda AccordAccord Hybrid Sport/Touring, hybrid - 2 versions tested
44 mpg
7. Toyota CrownCrown Hybrid AWD, hybrid - 2 versions tested
41 mpg
8. Kia K4K4 4DR w/ DMS - 3 versions tested
33 mpg
9. Nissan SentraSentra (2-mode) - 3 versions tested
33 mpg
10. BMW 5 Series530i Sedan, hybrid - 4 versions tested
31 mpg
11. Nissan AltimaAltima - 2 versions tested
30 mpg
12. Mazda 33 5-Door 2WD (Automatic (S6)) - 4 versions tested
29 mpg
13. Mercedes-Benz E-ClassE350, hybrid - 4 versions tested
28 mpg
14. Volvo S90S90 B5, hybrid - 1 version tested
28 mpg
15. Alfa Romeo GiuliaGiulia - 2 versions tested
27 mpg
16. Volkswagen Golf/GTIGTI - 2 versions tested
27 mpg
17. Audi A5A5 quattro - 1 version tested
26 mpg
18. Cadillac CT5CT5 (4-cyl 2.0 L) - 8 versions tested
26 mpg
19. BMW 8 Series840i Gran Coupe - 3 versions tested
24 mpg
20. Audi A6A6 Sedan - 1 version tested
23 mpg
21. Audi S5S5 Sport Sedan - 1 version tested
23 mpg
22. Subaru WRXWRX (Manual 6-spd) - 2 versions tested
22 mpg
23. Lexus LSLS 500 AWD - 1 version tested
21 mpg
24. Bentley Flying SpurFlying Spur, plug-in hybrid - 1 version tested
19 mpg
25. Audi RSRS 7, hybrid - 1 version tested
16 mpg

Electric and fuel-cell models

Rated in MPGe, which is not the same measure as miles per gallon, so they are listed apart.

ModelBest versionCombined MPGeRange mi
Tesla Model 3Model 3 Standard RWD139321
Lexus ESES 350e (19 inch Wheels)127307
Genesis G80Electrified G8096300
Mercedes-Benz EQEEQE 320 Plus94308
Porsche TaycanTaycan GTS Sport Turismo82279

Common questions

What is the most fuel-efficient Midsize Cars in 2026?

The Toyota Prius with 57 miles per gallon combined (57 city, 56 highway).

How many 2026 models are in the Midsize Cars class?

30 models in the agency's file, with 5 electric or fuel-cell entries ranked apart.

Mileage and fuel cost: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, fueleconomy.gov vehicle file (file dated 2026-11-04). Your own mileage depends on how and where you drive. Where our numbers come from.