About the data

How to use our vehicle fuel-economy figures.

Ruta Motor helps you compare U.S. vehicles using consistent fuel-economy information. Use the figures as a starting point when you are researching your next car.

Where the numbers come from

Fuel-economy figures come from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's FuelEconomy.gov vehicle data service. Each vehicle page identifies its source.

How to compare vehicles

Compare vehicles from the same model year and class whenever possible. Combined MPG gives a useful overall view, while city and highway MPG help you match the numbers to your usual driving.

What to keep in mind

EPA estimates are designed for fair comparisons, not to predict every driver's fuel use. Weather, load, driving style, maintenance, and the exact version you choose can all change real-world results.

Use the data well

A practical comparison checklist

Compare the same model yearRatings and the versions available can change from one year to the next.

Check the powertrainEngine, battery, transmission, and drivetrain can materially change efficiency.

Start with vehicle typeUse our fuel economy guides to build a more relevant shortlist.

Questions people often ask

Are these real-world fuel-use results?

No. They are EPA estimates intended to make vehicles comparable under standardized testing.

Why can figures differ within one model?

Different versions can use different engines, batteries, drivetrains, or transmissions.