Affordable, Fuel Efficient Compact Cars Steal the Spotlight Chevy Cruze Eco takes on Hybrids at The New York Auto Show At this year's New York Auto Show, green rules. And with the unveiling of several new fuel efficient cars that are easy on the pocket, you don't have to be Leo DiCaprio to be eco-friendly. Without using costly hybrid technology, Chevrolet debuted green-worthy competition to the reigning Kings of fuel economy. GM showed-off its 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco, which powered by an Ecotec turbocharged engine, gets an estimated 40 miles per gallon. Designed with better aerodynamics and advanced technologies, the Cruze Eco has hybrid-like efficiency without the price tag.