According to the latest U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Automotive Trends Report, Honda leads the automotive industry in fuel efficiency, boasting a fleet-average of 31 miles per gallon, which surpasses the industry average by 3.8 mpg. The report, which analyzes data from 1975 through 2024, highlights the 2025 Honda Civic as the current top performer for gasoline vehicles, achieving a combined fuel economy of 36.6 mpg.
In 1976, the inaugural report featured the 1975 Honda Civic, which achieved a fuel economy of 28.3 mpg. Honda's competitive pricing further enhances its appeal, with the average price for a new Honda in 2025 at $35,060, significantly below the national average of $50,000. Popular models, including the 2026 Honda Accord and 2026 HR-V, maintain affordability even at higher trim levels.
This combination of superior fuel economy and reasonable pricing positions Honda favorably for consumers managing tight budgets, particularly as vehicle ownership costs continue to rise. The EPA has been collecting vehicle data since 1975, ensuring a comprehensive overview of trends in fuel efficiency across the U.S. market.