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Cheapest SUVs to Fuel for 2024

The most affordable option is the 2024 Ford Escape at $28,000, among 191 vehicles that qualify. Prices range up to $92,600, spanning 20 brands.

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2024 Lexus RZ

$600 per year in fuel

$54,000 starting MSRP

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How this list is generated

Model year: 2024; Vehicle type: SUV. Data is refreshed periodically from published sources.

$28k–$93kPrice Range
20Brands
175-Star Rated
$600Lowest Fuel Cost

Sources: NHTSA.gov, IIHS.org, fueleconomy.gov, RepairPal.com, AAA.

Vehicles Matching These Criteria

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Common Questions

What is the cheapest SUV to fuel in 2024?

The 2024 Lexus RZ has the lowest annual fuel cost at $600 per year among 191 SUVs for 2024, based on EPA estimates at average fuel prices and 15,000 miles per year.

How much does it cost to fuel a SUV per year?

Among the 191 SUVs on this list, annual fuel costs average $800 per year. The cheapest option costs $600 per year and the most expensive costs $1,100 per year, based on EPA estimates.

Which brands have SUVs on this list?

20 brands are represented: Acura, Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Genesis, Honda, and 12 more. Rankings are based on EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data, not editorial opinion.