Usually you have to pay for comfort at the gas station. Large cars are generally more comfortable than small ones, but with modern technology, high fuel costs are no longer inevitable.
Leading the pack in fuel economy among large SUVs is the Mazda CX-70 PHEV, a two-row SUV with a luxury-level interior and a large trunk. Annual fuel costs are $1.95 thousand (140 thousand rubles). Consumption in hybrid mode is 3.8 l/100 km, on gasoline – 9 l. The electric range is 51 km, the total range is 837 km.
Next up is the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, a three-row car with seven seats. Annual expenses – $2.15 thousand (154 thousand rubles). Consumption in hybrid mode is 4.2 l/100 km, on gasoline – 9 l.
Third place goes to the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid. The cabin features generous personal space and comfortable seating. Annual fuel costs are only $1.6 thousand (114 thousand rubles). The fully hybrid engine (1.6 liters, 227 hp) provides an efficiency of 6.4 liters. per 100 km for front-wheel drive and 6.9 liters. for complete. The power reserve reaches 1054 km.
The 2026 Ford Explorer is close to a traditional SUV: rear-wheel drive, a powerful engine and a spacious interior that seats seven passengers. Even adults in the third row do not feel constrained. Fuel costs with the base 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine will be $2.5 thousand (179 thousand rubles) per year, while the powerful V6 version is much less economical.
The 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid’s boxy design turns every inch into usable space for seven passengers. Annual fuel costs are about $1.9 thousand (136 thousand rubles). The hybrid installation (1.6 liters, 231 hp) provides 6.5 liters. per 100 km for front-wheel drive and 6.9 liters. for complete. Acceleration is leisurely, but families who value comfort will appreciate it.
The top 12 most fuel-efficient large SUVs also included the 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, 2026 Buick Enclave, 2026 Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade Blue Hybrid, 2025 Kia Telluride, Volvo XC90 Recharge and Lexus TX 500h.
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