1989 · Full-Size Pickup · Diesel

1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel is a full-size pickup offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 19 MPG. Among 23 full-size pickups rated for 1989, it ranks 11th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $2,921 a year to fuel.

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Combined 19 MPG 17 MPG city · 23 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,921 15,000 mi/yr · $19.47 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1989 #11 of 23 Full-Size Pickups by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway239.810.2
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 1989 Full-Size Pickups

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  1. 1Dodge Dakota Pickup22 MPG $2,114
  2. 2Jeep Comanche Pickup21 MPG $2,214
  3. 3Chevrolet C1500 Pickup18 MPG $2,583
  4. 4GMC Sierra18 MPG $2,583
  5. 5Chevrolet C2500 Pickup18 MPG $2,583
  6. 11Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel19 MPG $2,921
  7. 23Dodge W250 Pickup11 MPG $4,227
1989 C1500 Pickup DieselOther full-size pickupsClass median: $2,921/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

C1500 Pickup Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
C1500 Pickup 2WD
Diesel 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $2,921
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed manual
C1500 Pickup 2WD
Diesel 16 MPG 18 MPG 17 MPG — $3,265

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
6.2L 8-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
536 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel?

Up to 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway); ratings range from 17 to 19 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel?

The 1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel per year?

About $2,921 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $19.47 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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