2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2WD (Bifuel)Fuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Standard Pickup Trucks 2WDRear-Wheel Drive
City
10
MPG
Highway
11
MPG
Combined
10
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

11.0MPG average+10.0% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 10 MPG · Owner reported avg: 11.0 MPG

Driving mix: City 20% / Highway 80%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 11.0 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 10 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic 4-spd
Gasoline or natural gas Bifuel (CNG)
City
10
Hwy
11
Comb
10
Fuel cost: $6,750/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$6,750

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-21,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
889 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
29.8 barrels

Specifications

Engine
6L 8-cyl
Transmission
4-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Pickup Truck
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
6L, 8-cylinder
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline
Alt Fuel
Natural Gas

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$6,735/yr
California
$5.957/gal$8,936/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$5,832/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$6,204/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$6,783/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$6,765/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$8,387/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$6,927/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$6,516/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$6,672/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 10 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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