Automakers are rapidly expanding and modifying their fleets to become more eco-friendly, subsequently resulting in a far greater variety for conscious consumers to choose from. The technologies behind making more efficient models continue to improve, as well, providing consumers with a marginally better experience than when these models first hit the market. For the consumer, this means a range of options that go from affordable to supercar. This weeks Top Ten Tuesday, no matter what your budget, highlights ten fuel-efficient candidates that could be right for you, and some of them use no fuel at all.

Honda Accord Hybrid
Starting Price: $29,155
MPG: 50 city / 45 hwy
Power: 2.0-liter 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC 4-Cylinder with 141hp and a Lithium-Ion battery
Technology: Eco Assist System which helps you monitor the efficiency of your driving habits, Econ button to adjust fuel consumption systems, Electronically activated braking system, Electronic Continuously Variable Transmission
Features: Honda Lane Watch, Lane Departure Warning, Rearview Camera, Push Button Start, Steering-Wheel mounted controls, Bluetooth, HondaLink, Adaptive Cruise Control, Moonroof, unique design accents, smart entry, alloy wheels,

Ford Fusion Hybrid
Starting Price: $27,280
MPG: 47 city / 47 hwy
Power: 2.0-liter Atkinson-Cycle inline 4-cylinder engine making 141hp and 188hp net with the 7.6kW lithium-ion battery
Technology: Can travel up to 85 miles solely on electric power, regenerative braking to assist in recharging the vehicle, electronic power assisted steering, auto start-stop
Features: Sync with MyFord Touch, Inflatable second-row safety belts, Rear View Camera, BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert. Lane Keeping System, Active Park Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Warning, LED Taillamps, Projector Laser-Cut Headlamps, Climate Controlled seats and steering wheel, ambient lighting

Toyota Prius
Starting Price: $24,200
MPG: 51 city / 48 hwy
Power: Hybrid Synergy Drive system, 1.8-liter 4-cylinder DOHC with 98 hp, Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride battery with 36hp, 134hp net
Technology: Regenerative Braking, auto start-stop, solar roof to keep cabin comfortable
Features: Smart Key, remote air conditioning, Daytime Running Lights and LED Headlights, SofTex-Trimmed Seats, Power Driver’s seat, liftback design, extra cargo storage

Toyota Camry Hybrid
Starting Price: $26,330
MPG: 43 city / 39 hwy
Power: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Atkinson-Cycle engine with 156hp with Hybrid Synergy Drive system offering 200 net horsepower
Technology: electronic power steering, EV and ECO Modes
Features: dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth, moonroof, wood-grain style accents, paddle shifters, sport handling, star safety system, Safety Connect, Blind Spot Monitor, Backup Camera, 6.1-inch touch-screen Entune Audio, Push Button Start

Tesla Model S
Starting Price: $95,400
MPG: 208 miles EPA 5-Cycle Certified Range
Power: 85 kilowatt-hour battery with 302hp
Technology: Energy consumption visual aids, zero emissions
Features: All Glass Panoramic Roof, Hidden charge port, 17-inch touch screen for all functions, internet browser, back up camera, Bluetooth, keyless entry and start, 58 cubic feet of storage plus 5.3 cubic feet under the hood, two USB ports, extra seating for 2 extra children in the rear

Volkswagen Jetta TDI
Starting Price: $21,295
MPG: 30 city / 42 hwy
Power: 2.0-liter with 140hp
Technology: Media Device Interface with iPod cable, VW Car-Net
Features: Heated side mirrors, Multi-function leather wrapped steering wheel, V-Tex leatherette seating, heated front seats, Bluetooth

Volkswagen Passat TDI
Starting Price: $26,675
MPG: 31 city / 43 hwy
Power: 2.0-liter with 140hp
Technology: Automatic headlights with coming/leaving home feature, rearview camera, Media Device Interface with iPod cable, VW Car-Net
Features: 17-inch alloy wheels, Touchscreen sound system with HD radio, Climatic manual single-zone climate control, V-Tex leatherette seating surfaces, heated front seats, driver’s 8-way power adjustable seating

Toyota Highlander Hybrid
Starting Price: $47,300
MPG: 27 city / 28 hwy
Power: 3.5-liter V6 Double Overhead Cam with 280 net hp
Technology: Backup camera, Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Departure Alert
Features: Daytime Running Lights, aerodynamic roof rails, smart storage compartments, heated and ventilated front seats, accent-color seat stitching, adjustable power liftgate, versatile third row, Entune audio and app suite, Bluetooth, Three-Zone climate control

Lexus GS Hybrid
Starting Price: $60,430
MPG: 29 city / 34 hwy
Power: 338 total hp from 3.5-liter Atkinson-cycle V6
Technology: Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission, Regenerative Braking, Drive Mode Select
Features: Lexus Enform App Suite, 12.3-inch split-screen multimedia center-console display, Bluetooth, USB, Backup camera, SmartAccess with push button start/stop, HomeLink, Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, Leather trimmed steering wheel and shift knob

Lexus RX Hybrid
Starting Price: $47,445
MPG: 32 city / 28 hwy
Power: 295 total system hp from a 3.5-liter V6 with Lexus Hybrid Drive
Technology: Exhaust Heat-Recovery System that recycles exhaust fumes, Intelligent Shift Control for optimal engine response to road conditions,
Features: Lexus Enform with App suite, 15-speaker Mark Levinson Premium Surround Sound Audio System available, Voice Command, HD Radio, Bluetooth, dual-screen Rear-Seat Entertainment System, Pre-Collision System, Blind Spot Monitor, 8-inch high resolution display

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