Ranking the MPG of Popular Fleet SUVs
Automotive Fleet has assembled a list of some of the most popular fleet vehicles, according to FMC data, and reviewed the MPG of top trim levels for fleets.

As major automakers continue to focus on developing and producing SUVs, fleets too have looked to invest more in purchasing these assets for their fleet operations. This interest is driven heavily by the increased cargo space and interior seating, and available MPG that is comparable to sedans.
Automotive Fleet has assembled a list of some of the most popular fleet vehicles, according to FMC data, and reviewed the MPG of top trim levels for fleet. The following data reflects 2WD models, except where noted otherwise.
Ford Escape SEL

Ford Escape
EPA-estimated MPG: 27 city/33 highway/30 combined
Engine: 1.5L Ti-VCT GTDI I-3
Horsepower: 181 / Torque: 190 lb.-ft.
Subaru Outback Premium AWD

Subaru Outback
EPA-estimated MPG: 26 city/33 highway/29 combined
Engine: 2.5L Subaru Boxer 4-Cylinder
Horsepower: 182 / Torque: 176 lb.-ft.
Nissan Rogue SV

Nissan Rogue
EPA-estimated MPG: 26 city/33 highway/29 combined
Engine: 2.5-L DOHC 16-Valve 4-Cylinder
Horsepower: 170 / Torque: 175 lb.-ft.
Subaru Forester Premium AWD

Subaru Forester
EPA-estimated MPG: 26 city/33 highway/29 combined
Engine: 2.5L Subaru Boxer 4-Cylinder
Horsepower: 182 / Torque: 176 lb.-ft.
Chevrolet Equinox Premier

Chevrolet Equinox
EPA-estimated MPG: 26 city/31 highway/28 combined
Engine: 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder
Horsepower: 170 / Torque: 203 lb.-ft.
GMC Terrain SLE

GMC Terrain
EPA-estimated MPG: 26 city/30 highway/27 combined
Engine: 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder
Horsepower: 170 / Torque: 203 lb.-ft.
Jeep Compass Latitude

Jeep Compass
EPA-estimated MPG: 22 city/31 highway/26 combined
Engine: 2.4L 4-Cylinder
Horsepower: 180 / Torque: 175 lb.-ft.
Ford Edge SEL

Ford Edge
EPA-estimated MPG: 21 city/29 highway/24 combined
Engine: Twin-scroll 2.0L EcoBoost I-4, Turbocharged, Direct-injection
Horsepower: 250 / Torque: 280 lb.-ft.
Ford Explorer XLT

Ford Explorer
EPA-estimated MPG: 21 city/29 highway/23 combined
Engine: 2.3L Turbocharged, Direct Injection Ti-VCT EcoBoost I-4
Horsepower: 300 / Torque: 310 lb.-ft.
Chevrolet Traverse LT

Chevrolet Traverse
EPA-estimated MPG: 18 city/27 highway/21 combined
Engine: 3.6L V6
Horsepower: 310 / Torque: 266 lb.-ft.
Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo

Jeep Grand Cherokee
EPA-estimated MPG: 18 city/25 highway/21 combined
Engine: 3.6L V6
Horsepower: 293 / Torque: 260 lb.-ft.
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