Most Fuel Efficient Cars of 2008

Because of the hovering gas prices on the market today, it is a wise decision to choose fuel-efficient sedans. And for that, here is a list of gas-efficient cars from Edmunds.com. The ranking is based on using the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) miles-per-gallon ratings for city and highway travel, particularly the EPA's combined fuel economy formula: 55 percent of city mpg rating plus 45 percent of highway mpg rating. Take note that *rating presented below is expressed in mpg as a city/highway ratio.

1. Toyota Prius — 48/45*

On the market since 2001, the noble Prius has come to be definitive of the hybrid category. It takes top honors as the most fuel-efficient sedan on the market.

2. Honda Civic Hybrid — 40/45*

The Civic has built a huge following by offering poise and practicality at a reasonable price. The Civic Hybrid is an even better deal, taking these two traits and melding them with a hybrid's supreme frugality at the pump.

3. Nissan Altima Hybrid — 35/33*

Who says hybrids can't be fun to drive? The Nissan Altima Hybrid is a fuel-sipper that manages to offer an engaging experience behind the wheel. Keep in mind, though, that it's only available in eight states.

4. Toyota Camry Hybrid — 33/34*

The Camry stands as a benchmark family sedan. The Camry Hybrid offers everything that its four-cylinder sibling does, plus a money-saving hybrid engine.

5. Toyota Yaris — 29/36

Yaris sedans start at just over $12K, making them bargains both in terms of price and fuel-efficiency. The car's hallmarks are the versatility of its interior and its amenable handling.

6. Honda Fit — 28/34

The Fit's compact size means that parking in tight urban spaces is never a problem. Its reasonably sporty handling means that driving is never a chore.

7. Toyota Corolla — 28/37

With over 30 million models sold, the Corolla holds the distinction of being the best-selling car on the planet. It's also one of the most fuel-efficient.

8. Honda Civic — 25/36*

Behold the mighty Civic, titan of the small-car category. Its longstanding popularity comes on the strength of its spacious cabin, poised handling and superb safety ratings.

9. Nissan Versa — 27/33*

The Versa is one of the more impressive recent entrants in the subcompact category. For a starting price of just over $12K, it offers amenities usually found in luxury cars costing thousands more.

10. Kia Rio — 25/35*

The universally competent Rio has done a lot in terms of upgrading the image of both the Kia brand and economy cars in general. Its fuel-efficiency is icing on the cake.