MPG: Rated Vs. Actual

The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada conducts EcoRun annually, inviting automakers to showcase their most efficient models. This year, with a packed lineup of EVs and hybrids, the run revealed some brands are even underselling their efficiency!

Note: MPG measures gasoline vehicle efficiency. MPGe compares electric vehicle efficiency to gasoline's energy content. Both represent miles per energy unit.

🥇 Toyota Mirai

• Rated: 74 mpg
• Actual: 74.7 mpg
• Difference: +0.7 mpg

🥈 Honda Accord Hybrid

• Rated: 44 mpg
• Actual: 44.7 mpg
• Difference: +0.7 mpg

🥉 Honda CR-V

• Rated: 38 mpg
• Actual: 38.5 mpg
• Difference: +0.5 mpg

🕓 Mazda CX-5

• Rated: 28 mpg
• Actual: 27.5 mpg
• Difference: -0.5 mpg

5️⃣ Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid

• Rated: 35 mpg
• Actual: 33.7 mpg
• Difference: -1.3 mpg

🚂 Toyota RAV4 Prime

• Rated: 40 mpg
• Actual: 38.9 mpg
• Difference: -1.1 mpg

🪂 Ford Escape Hybrid

• Rated: 44 mpg
• Actual: 42.1 mpg
• Difference: -1.9 mpg

🥵 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

• Rated: 37 mpg
• Actual: 34.5 mpg
• Difference: -2.5 mpg

🤖 Toyota Prius Prime

• Rated: 52 mpg
• Actual: 48.1 mpg
• Difference: -3.9 mpg

⚡️ Tesla Model 3

• Rated: 141 mpge
• Actual: 135.3 mpge
• Difference: -5.7 mpge

An extended breakdown of the complete list can be found here.