Compare Vehicle Fuel Costs
Compare annual and monthly fuel expenses between two cars side-by-side. Calculate how much money you save by upgrading to a more fuel-efficient sedan, hybrid, or crossover.
Compare Fuel Costs Between Two Vehicles
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Equals roughly $79.55 per month difference in fuel purchases.
The "MPG Illusion": Why Gallons Matter More Than Miles Per Gallon
Economists and behavioral researchers frequently highlight the "MPG Illusion": people mistakenly believe that increasing MPG by a certain amount always delivers equal fuel savings.
Over 15,000 miles, fuel consumption drops from 1,000 gallons to 750 gallons. You save 250 gallons ($875 at $3.50/gal).
Over 15,000 miles, fuel consumption drops from 333 gallons to 300 gallons. You save only 33 gallons ($115 at $3.50/gal).
Replacing a low-MPG vehicle (such as a 15 MPG truck with a 22 MPG model) saves far more fuel annually than upgrading from an already-efficient hybrid to a slightly more efficient one.
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