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2026 Chevrolet Silverado MPG & fuel economy

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup offered in 15 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (18 city / 21 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 15 to 20 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2025 model. Among 21 full-size pickups rated for 2026, it ranks 18th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 18 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2026 #18 of 21 Full-Size Pickups by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway218.911.2
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 2026 Full-Size Pickups

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  1. 1Rivian R1T87 MPGe $1,048
  2. 2Tesla Cybertruck79 MPGe $1,158
  3. 3Chevrolet Silverado EV70 MPGe $1,291
  4. 4GMC Sierra EV68 MPGe $1,336
  5. 5Ford F150 Hybrid24 MPG $1,938
  6. 18Chevrolet Silverado20 MPG $2,325
  7. 21Jeep Gladiator19 MPG $2,447
2026 SilveradoOther full-size pickupsClass median: $2,214/yr

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

Silverado MPG across model years

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15 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.7L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Silverado 2WD		 Gas 18 MPG 21 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
RWD · 2.7L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Silverado (with Sport Mode) 2WD		 Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
4WD · 2.7L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Silverado 4WD 4M		 Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
RWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado (with Sport Mode) 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
4WD · 2.7L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Silverado (with Sport Mode) 4WD M6		 Gas 17 MPG 20 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado 2WD		 Gas 16 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD · 2.7L 4-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD 4M		 Gas 16 MPG 17 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado 4WD (Flex Fuel)		 Flex-fuel 15 MPG 19 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado (with Sport Mode) 4WD		 Gas 16 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 19 MPG 17 MPG — $2,735
4WD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado Mud Terrain Tires (Sport Mode) 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 18 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
RWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado Cab Chassis 2WD		 Gas 15 MPG 18 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado Cab Chassis 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 16 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado 4WD		 Gas 15 MPG 20 MPG 17 MPG — $3,485
4WD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 10-speed automatic
Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD		 Gas 14 MPG 17 MPG 15 MPG — $3,950

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.7L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
465 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
4/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
4/10

2026 Chevrolet Silverado vs. rivals

vs GMC Sierra 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Tundra 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Canyon 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Sierra Diesel 25 MPG · $2,220/yr Sierra Diesel saves $105/yr vs Ford F150 21 MPG · $2,214/yr F150 saves $111/yr vs Nissan Frontier 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Frontier saves $111/yr vs Jeep Gladiator 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Silverado saves $122/yr vs Chevrolet Silverado Diesel 25 MPG · $2,220/yr Silverado Diesel saves $105/yr vs Chevrolet Silverado EV 70 MPGe · $1,291/yr Silverado EV saves $1,034/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado Diesel (25 MPG), 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV (70 MPGe)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?

Up to 20 MPG combined (18 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 15 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado?

The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado per year?

About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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