1985 · Full-Size Pickup · Diesel

1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup Diesel is a full-size pickup offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 17 to 19 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 1984 model. Among 27 full-size pickups rated for 1985, it ranks 16th 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 · 22 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, 1985 #16 of 27 Full-Size Pickups by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1985 Chevrolet C20 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 9.4 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway229.410.7
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 1985 Full-Size Pickups

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  1. 1GMC Pickup21 MPG $2,214
  2. 2Chevrolet T10 (S10) Pickup21 MPG $2,214
  3. 3Ford F15019 MPG $2,447
  4. 4Dodge D100/D150 Pickup18 MPG $2,583
  5. 5Chevrolet El Camino Pickup18 MPG $2,583
  6. 16Chevrolet C20 Pickup Diesel19 MPG $2,921
  7. 27Jeep J-20 Pickup11 MPG $4,227
1985 C20 Pickup DieselOther full-size pickupsClass median: $2,921/yr

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

C20 Pickup Diesel MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
C20 Pickup 2WD		 Diesel 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $2,921
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
C20 Pickup 2WD		 Diesel 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $3,265
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed manual
C20 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

1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup Diesel vs. rivals

vs GMC Pickup Diesel 19 MPG · $2,921/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford F250 16 MPG · $2,906/yr F250 saves $15/yr vs GMC Caballero Pickup Hybrid 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Caballero Pickup Hybrid saves $15/yr vs Jeep J-10 Pickup 16 MPG · $2,906/yr J-10 Pickup saves $15/yr vs Dodge D250 Pickup 15 MPG · $3,100/yr C20 Pickup Diesel saves $179/yr vs GMC Pickup Hybrid 15 MPG · $3,100/yr C20 Pickup Diesel saves $179/yr vs Chevrolet C20 Pickup 16 MPG · $2,906/yr C20 Pickup saves $15/yr vs Chevrolet C20 Pickup Hybrid 15 MPG · $3,100/yr C20 Pickup Diesel saves $179/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup (16 MPG), 1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup Hybrid (15 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup Diesel?

Up to 19 MPG combined (17 city / 22 highway); ratings range from 17 to 19 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1985 Chevrolet C20 Pickup Diesel?

The 1985 Chevrolet C20 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 9.4 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1985 Chevrolet C20 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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