If you’re tired of watching your gas budget disappear faster than your weekend, you’re not alone. Tampa drivers are feeling the squeeze and upgrading to a fuel‑efficient car is one of the easiest ways to take control of your monthly expenses.
At Car Credit, we’ve hand‑picked the best fuel‑efficient cars on our lot compact sedans, small crossovers, and smart commuters that deliver real savings every time you drive.
And here’s the part most dealerships don’t offer:
Every single one of these cars comes with 2 YEARS of FREE maintenance.
Oil changes, tire rotations, routine checks — all covered.
That means your fuel‑efficient car stays fuel‑efficient without costing you extra.
The best fuel efficient cars help drivers save money on gas, reduce maintenance costs, and get more value out of every mile driven.
It’s savings on top of savings.
⭐ Why the Best Fuel Efficient Cars Make So Much Sense
– Lower gas bills
– Fewer repairs
– Lower monthly payments
– Better long‑term reliability
– Higher resale value
And when you combine that with 2 years of free maintenance, you’re eliminating surprise expenses and keeping your car running at peak MPG.
best fuel efficient cars in Tampa
⭐ The Best Fuel‑Efficient Cars on Our Lot
(With VIN‑Specific Links)
(All links go directly to the exact vehicle on our website.)
Hyundai Elantra (Multiple Years & Trims)
– 2020 Elantra SE w/SULEV — Stock 7133
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-hyundai-elantra-se-w-sulev-7133/
– 2020 Elantra SE — Stock 6489
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-hyundai-elantra-se-6489/
– 2020 Elantra SEL — Stock 7813
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-hyundai-elantra-sel-7813/
– 2020 Elantra SEL — Stock 8204G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-hyundai-elantra-sel-8204g/
– 2019 Elantra SEL — Stock 7744G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2019-hyundai-elantra-sel-7744g/
– 2019 Elantra Value Edition — Stock 8236G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2019-hyundai-elantra-value-edition-8236g/
– 2018 Elantra SEL — Stock 7623G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-hyundai-elantra-sel-7623g/
– 2017 Elantra SE — Stock 8279G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2017-hyundai-elantra-se-8279g/
Toyota Corolla (Top MPG Legend)
– 2022 Corolla LE — Stock 8019
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2022-toyota-corolla-le-8019/
– 2020 Corolla LE — Stock 7641G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-toyota-corolla-le-7641g/
– 2018 Corolla LE — Stock 7519
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-toyota-corolla-le-7519/
– 2016 Corolla L — Stock 8307
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2016-toyota-corolla-l-8307/
KIA Forte (One of the Best MPG Sedans)
– 2021 Forte FE — Stock 7872
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2021-kia-forte-fe-7872/
– 2021 Forte LXS — Stock 7678
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2021-kia-forte-lxs-7678/
– 2020 Forte LXS — Stock 7636
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-kia-forte-lxs-7636/
– 2020 Forte FE — Stock 7419
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-kia-forte-fe-7419/
– 2020 Forte GT — Stock 6988
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-kia-forte-gt-6988/
– 2018 Forte LX — Stock 8342G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-kia-forte-lx-8342g/
– 2018 Forte LX — Stock 7711
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-kia-forte-lx-7711/
– 2017 Forte LX — Stock 8199G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2017-kia-forte-lx-8199g/
– 2017 Forte LX — Stock 7911
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2017-kia-forte-lx-7911/
– 2017 Forte LX — Stock 7302G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2017-kia-forte-lx-7302g/
KIA Rio (Ultra‑Efficient Subcompact)
– 2022 Rio LX — Stock 8254G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2022-kia-rio-lx-8254g/
– 2020 Rio LX — Stock 7704
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-kia-rio-lx-7704/
– 2018 Rio LX — Stock 8247G
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-kia-rio-lx-8247g/
Honda Civic (Always a Smart Buy)
– 2018 Civic LX — Stock 8163
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-honda-civic-lx-8163/
– 2018 Civic EX — Stock 8451
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-honda-civic-ex-8451/
Honda Fit (Top MPG Champion)
– 2015 Fit LX — Stock 7476
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2015-honda-fit-lx-7476/
Mazda3 (Sporty + Efficient)
– 2019 Mazda3 Base w/Select — Stock 7782
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2019-mazda-mazda3-base-w-select-package-7782/
– 2018 Mazda3 Sport — Stock 7971
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-mazda-mazda3-sport-7971/
– 2017 Mazda3 Sport — Stock 8321
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2017-mazda-mazda3-sport-8321/
Nissan Kicks (Small Crossover, Big MPG)
– 2021 Kicks SV — Stock 7787
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2021-nissan-kicks-sv-7787/
– 2020 Kicks SV — Stock 7397
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-nissan-kicks-sv-7397/
KIA Soul (Efficient + Spacious)
– 2022 Soul LX — Stock 7861
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2022-kia-soul-lx-7861/
– 2022 Soul LX — Stock 7484
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2022-kia-soul-lx-7484/
– 2021 Soul S — Stock 7738
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2021-kia-soul-s-7738/
Toyota Camry (Surprisingly Good MPG for a Midsize)
– 2018 Camry SE — Stock 8239
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2018-toyota-camry-se-8239/
– 2020 Camry SE — Stock 8481
https://carcredittampa.com/car/used-2020-toyota-camry-se-8481/
⭐ Final Word: Save on Gas AND Maintenance
When you choose a fuel‑efficient car at Car Credit, you’re not just saving money at the pump — you’re saving money for the next two full years with our Free Maintenance Program.
If you’re looking for the best fuel efficient cars, Car Credit Tampa offers affordable options that help you save money both at the pump and on maintenance.
That’s smarter driving.
Smarter budgeting.
Smarter ownership.