Top 11 Most Fuel-Efficient Wagons and Hatchbacks for 2013

By virtue of their cargo-friendly design, wagons and hatchbacks are top choices with drivers who place a premium on utility. Their practicality doesn't end there. The wagon and hatchback segments are also home to some of the most fuel-efficient models currently on the market.

The 11 picks that follow (our list is longer than the usual 10 due to ties) are the most fuel-efficient wagons and hatchbacks for 2013. As you might expect, our list is dominated by hybrids , including a trio of Priuses , a pair of Hondas and an affordably priced Lexus . The lineup also includes three diesel models and a microcar, the Scion iQ .

Our rankings are based on the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) miles-per-gallon ratings for city and highway travel. Each vehicle's placement is determined by its combined fuel economy rating. We used the EPA's combined fuel economy formula: 55 percent of city mpg rating plus 45 percent of highway mpg rating.

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   1. 2013 Toyota Prius — 50 mpg combined (51 city/48 highway) (tie)