Is the Fuel Savings Calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, with no sign-up, no watermark, and no usage limits.
Does it use a specific currency?
No. Amounts are currency-neutral and use the same unit across all inputs, so it works in any country.
How much will a more efficient car save?
Driving 12,000 miles a year at $3.40 a gallon, going from 24 to 38 MPG saves $626 a year, about $3,130 over five years.
Does the saving justify a new car?
Compare the fuel saving with the extra cost of the car, its depreciation and financing. Higher mileage and fuel prices shorten the payback.