Money | cars The 15 Most Fuel Efficient Cars By Sam Biddle Posted Aug 7, 2008 9:43 AM CDT Copied This Sunday Feb. 18, 2007 file photo shows 2007 Toyota Prius hybrid sedans on the lot of a Toyota dealership in Boulder, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, file) Toyota’s Prius may hold the crown for fuel-efficiency, but that doesn’t mean it’s lonely at the top. BusinessWeek takes a look at the 15 cars with the best mileage—30 mpg combined city and highway or better. Mercury’s 2009 Mariner Hybrid offers mileage better than the average SUV at 32 mpg combined, starting at $29,445. The diminutive 2008 Smart Fortwo pulls 36 mpg combined from its diminutive frame, though premium gas is recommended. Nissan’s 2008 Altima Hybrid gives a conventional motor a slight electric boost, but retains conventional power, boasting 198 horsepower. The 2008 Mini Cooper offers 32 mpg combined, making the most efficient car capable of comfortably seating four. Click the link below for the full list. Read These Next Russia tried to protect the tanker, but the US managed to seize it. Mayor rejects feds' account of deadly ICE shooting. Lego turned CES on its head this year with its latest innovation. Michael Rapaport wants in on NYC's mayoral race next time around. Report an error