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2008 Chevrolet Equinox MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. That's down 1 MPG from the 2007 model. Among 101 SUVs rated for 2008, it ranks 31st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,447 a year to fuel.

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Combined 19 MPG 16 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,447 15,000 mi/yr · $16.32 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #31 of 101 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Chevrolet Equinox's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway2410.29.8
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 2008 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 31Chevrolet Equinox19 MPG $2,447
  7. 101Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2008 EquinoxOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

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

Equinox MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Equinox FWD		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Equinox FWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
4WD/AWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Equinox AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
4WD/AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Equinox AWD		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.6L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
468 g/mi

2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. rivals

vs Suzuki Grand Vitara 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Liberty 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Torrent 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Nitro 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Edge 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Acadia 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Outlook 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Enclave 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox?

Up to 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway).

What fuel does the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox?

The 2008 Chevrolet Equinox's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox per year?

About $2,447 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $16.32 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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