fuel economy

noun

: use of less fuel
cars with better fuel economy

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Aside from a few outliers like the Toyota Sienna, most larger hybrid trucks, SUVs and minivans still have subpar fuel economy compared to lighter vehicles. Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 11 Nov. 2025 The Palisade hybrid disconnects the rear wheels to improve fuel economy under low loads. Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 11 Nov. 2025 If a plane isn’t flying as much, fuel economy isn’t as large a concern. Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025 Its fuel economy is its defining characteristic, though its design language is also pleasant. Charles Singh, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fuel economy

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“Fuel economy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fuel%20economy. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.

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