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2008 Chevrolet Suburban MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is a SUV offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2007 model. Among 101 SUVs rated for 2008, it ranks 58th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,906 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 14 MPG city · 20 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,906 15,000 mi/yr · $19.38 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #58 of 101 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Chevrolet Suburban's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway208.511.8
Combined166.814.7

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. 58Chevrolet Suburban16 MPG $2,906
  7. 101Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2008 SuburbanOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

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

Suburban MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Suburban 1500 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
RWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Suburban 1500 2WD		 Flex-fuel 14 MPG 20 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
4WD/AWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Suburban 1500 4WD		 Flex-fuel 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
RWD · 6.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Suburban 1500 2WD		 Gas 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 6.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Suburban 1500 4WD		 Gas 12 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
5.3L 8-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. rivals

vs GMC Yukon 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Mountaineer 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Durango 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Isuzu Ascender 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Commander 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Grand Cherokee Diesel 20 MPG · $2,775/yr Grand Cherokee Diesel saves $131/yr vs Toyota Land Cruiser 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Suburban saves $194/yr vs Toyota Sequoia 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Suburban saves $194/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban?

Up to 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway); ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban use?

Regular gasoline.

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

The 2008 Chevrolet Suburban's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.5 km/L on the highway.

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

About $2,906 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $19.38 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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