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1989 Chevrolet Suburban MPG & fuel economy

The 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is a special purpose vehicle offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 14 MPG combined (12 city / 17 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 12 to 14 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1988 model. Among 39 special purpose vehicles rated for 1989, it ranks 30th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $3,321 a year to fuel.

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Combined 14 MPG 12 MPG city · 17 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,321 15,000 mi/yr · $22.14 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1989 #30 of 39 Special Purpose Vehicles by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1989 Chevrolet Suburban's fuel average is 6.0 km/L (16.8 L/100 km), or 14 MPG combined: 5.1 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City125.119.6
Highway177.213.8
Combined146.016.8

How it ranks among 1989 Special Purpose Vehicles

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  1. 1Geo Tracker25 MPG $1,860
  2. 2Suzuki Samurai25 MPG $1,860
  3. 3Suzuki Sidekick25 MPG $1,860
  4. 4Plymouth Voyager/Grand Voyager21 MPG $2,214
  5. 5Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan/Ram Van21 MPG $2,214
  6. 30Chevrolet Suburban14 MPG $3,321
  7. 39Land Rover Range Rover12 MPG $4,938
1989 SuburbanOther special purpose vehiclesClass median: $2,906/yr

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

Suburban MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
R1500 Suburban 2WD		 Gas 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Suburban V1500 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 15 MPG 12 MPG — $3,875
4WD/AWD · 5.7L 8-cyl · 4-speed manual
Suburban V1500 4WD		 Gas 11 MPG 13 MPG 12 MPG — $3,875

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
5.7L 8-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
635 g/mi

1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. rivals

vs GMC Suburban 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Dakota Cab Chassis 14 MPG · $3,321/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Suburban Diesel 17 MPG · $3,265/yr Suburban Diesel saves $57/yr vs GMC Jimmy Diesel 17 MPG · $3,265/yr Jimmy Diesel saves $57/yr vs Ford Bronco 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Bronco saves $221/yr vs Isuzu Trooper 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Trooper saves $221/yr vs Dodge Ramcharger 13 MPG · $3,577/yr Suburban saves $255/yr vs Toyota Land Cruiser 12 MPG · $3,875/yr Suburban saves $554/yr vs Toyota Cab Chassis 12 MPG · $3,875/yr Suburban saves $554/yr vs Jeep Grand Wagoneer 11 MPG · $4,227/yr Suburban saves $906/yr vs Laforza Automobile Inc Laforza 11 MPG · $4,227/yr Suburban saves $906/yr vs Dodge D250 Cab Chassis 10 MPG · $4,650/yr Suburban saves $1,329/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 1989 Chevrolet Suburban Diesel (17 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1989 Chevrolet Suburban?

Up to 14 MPG combined (12 city / 17 highway); ratings range from 12 to 14 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1989 Chevrolet Suburban use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1989 Chevrolet Suburban?

The 1989 Chevrolet Suburban's fuel average is 6.0 km/L (16.8 L/100 km), or 14 MPG combined: 5.1 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1989 Chevrolet Suburban per year?

About $3,321 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $22.14 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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