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261 MPG? Check out What Fuel-Efficient Cars Are for Sale in Norcross

Volkswagen unveiled a car that will get 261 miles per gallon. While you can't get anything that efficient yet locally, there are other fuel efficient cars on the market.

Imagine owning a car that gets 261 mpg. The Volkswagen VW XL1, according to AOL autos, will be the most fuel-efficient and most aerodynamic production car in the world.

The XL1, introduced as a concept car over a decade ago, features a 2-cylinder diesel engine along with a 20 kW electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery. The drawbacks -- the car only seats two people and the price tag will be in the six-figure range.

Interested in a fuel-efficient or "green" vehicle, but don't want to wait for the VW XL1 or not interested in spending six-figures on a car? There are plenty of fuel efficient vehicles available in Norcross including (click on the hyperlinked text for more information):

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  • 2010 Toyota Prius Four (Carmax) - This hybrid vehicle with 35,000 miles averages 51 miles per gallon and is priced at $25,998.
  • 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid (Carmax) - This car may have 21,000 miles on it, but it averages 44 miles per gallon and is priced at $20,998.
  • 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid XLE (Carmax) - This vehicle, which only has 10,000 miles on it, averages 40 miles per gallon and is priced at $28,998.

Shop for local, fuel-efficient used autos on AOL Autos or Carmax.

Are you interested in owning a hybrid or electric vehicle? Why or why not? Let us know in the comments.

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