most fuel-efficient suv australia

Chasing the most fuel-efficient SUV in Australia? That’s hybrid territory, no cape required.

For the absolute sippers, the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid claims about 3.8 L/100km (ADR combined), while the Kia Niro Hybrid and Toyota C‑HR Hybrid hover around 4.0–4.3 L/100km.

Need more space without torching your wallet at the bowser? The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid regularly sits near 4.7–4.8 L/100km in mixed driving.

ADR figures are lab numbers, so your commute, tyres, and enthusiasm levels may nudge them up. Count plug‑in hybrids and the claimed litres plummet—but only if you actually charge, which is rather the point.

Shortlist: Yaris Cross Hybrid (city king), Niro Hybrid (calm and frugal), C‑HR Hybrid (stylish sipper), RAV4 Hybrid (family favourite).