These 10 Cars Are The Worst For the Environment

In the latest GreenerCars ratings by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, electric vehicles (EVs) have taken the spotlight as the most eco-friendly cars of 2024, dominating the top spots with six leading models. On the flip side, the Meanest List highlights those vehicles lagging in environmental friendliness, with the Mercedes-Benz G63 SUV bearing the dubious honor of the worst performer in a pool of over 1,200 models. Notably, for the first time, an EV—the hefty GMC Hummer—has made it to this list, underscoring that a vehicle's size and efficiency play critical roles in its environmental footprint, beyond just its fuel type.

The 2024 rankings reveal a trend towards affordability in the EV market, with more than half of the Greenest List featuring cars priced below the $35,000 mark, including both EVs and gasoline hybrids. This affordability surge aligns with a notable 18% decrease in average EV prices over the past year, a result of competitive pressures, supply chain enhancements, and reductions in lithium-ion battery costs. This price drop has fueled a remarkable upsurge in EV sales, which soared by 46%, reaching an impressive 1.2 million new vehicles.

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By AutoGuide.com Staff

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