1987 · Special Purpose Vehicle · Diesel

1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel is a special purpose vehicle offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1986 model. Among 33 special purpose vehicles rated for 1987, it ranks 20th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $3,083 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 16 MPG city · 21 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,083 15,000 mi/yr · $20.56 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1987 #20 of 33 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City166.814.7
Highway218.911.2
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 1987 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van22 MPG $2,114
  3. 3Chevrolet Blazer21 MPG $2,214
  4. 4Jeep Cherokee21 MPG $2,214
  5. 5GMC Jimmy21 MPG $2,214
  6. 20Chevrolet Suburban Diesel18 MPG $3,083
  7. 33Dodge D250 Cab Chassis10 MPG $4,650
1987 Suburban DieselOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,906/yr

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

Suburban Diesel MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
R10 Suburban 2WD		 Diesel 16 MPG 21 MPG 18 MPG — $3,083
4WD/AWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
V10 (K10) Suburban 4WD		 Diesel 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,469
4WD/AWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
V10 (K10) Suburban 4WD		 Diesel 15 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $3,469

Specs (most efficient configuration)

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

1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel vs. rivals

vs GMC Suburban Diesel 18 MPG · $3,083/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Bronco 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Suburban Diesel saves $17/yr vs Toyota Cab Chassis 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Suburban Diesel saves $17/yr vs Jeep Grand Wagoneer 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Suburban Diesel saves $17/yr vs Nissan Pathfinder 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Pathfinder saves $177/yr vs Mitsubishi Montero 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Montero saves $177/yr vs Dodge Raider 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Raider saves $177/yr vs Chevrolet Suburban 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Suburban Diesel saves $238/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 1987 Chevrolet Suburban (14 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel?

Up to 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway); ratings range from 16 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel?

The 1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.8 km/L in the city and 8.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1987 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel per year?

About $3,083 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $20.56 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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