Mazda Named Most Fuel Efficient Automaker for 3rd Straight Year
Mazda‘s fleet-wide fuel economy and emissions output has taken top honors for the third year in a row.
According to preliminary statistics from the EPA, Mazda’s adjusted fuel economy for 2013 is 27.5 mpg, half-a-point ahead of Honda’s 27 mpg. Toyota is in third place with an average mpg of 25.2.
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What makes it impressive is the fact that Mazda doesn’t offer any hybrid or electric vehicles in its lineup, but it’s worth noting the Japanese automaker only has 12 models to offer – a third of what Toyota has. Regardless, Mazda’s SkyActiv technology has really benefited the Japanese automaker, especially now with its clean diesel offerings. According to Mazda, 75 percent of Mazda’s sales are now SkyActiv-equipped vehicles.
Hyundai and Kia are not part of the list however, due to uncertainties with an ongoing EPA investigation into the Korean automakers’ fuel efficiency claims. Mazda could be dethroned depending on how that investigation pans out.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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--Mazda's skyactiv has finally proven their belief: they can meet upcoming MPG standards without hybrids in the US. --Between Honda and Toyota, I think Toyota's MPG average is more impressive, given their full lineup (and undoubtably the hit from all of those V8 trucks, SUVs, and Lexus cars). --Honda is inexcuseable, given how they aren't a full lineup manufacture, have several dedicated hybrids, and have no big engines - a 3.7L V6 is their largest engine, and it's about to be axed in favor of a 3.5L DI V6.
Ive found comparing the Mazda 3 to the Corolla, the Corolla is pretty much on par, given the difference in tank size.