2026 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD ZR2 (Sport/Off Road)Fuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Diesel Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD4-Wheel Drive
City
20
MPG
Highway
23
MPG
Combined
21
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic 10-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
20
Hwy
23
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $4,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$4,050

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-8,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 4/10
GHG Score: 4/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
480 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
17.0 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3L 6-cyl
Transmission
10-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
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
3L, 6-cylinder
Induction Type
w/ Sport and Off Road Mode
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Diesel

Annual Fuel Cost by State

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

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$3,207/yr
California
$5.957/gal$4,255/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,777/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,954/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,230/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,221/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,994/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,299/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$3,103/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,177/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 21 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems37 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 37 owner complaints for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD ZR2 (Sport/Off Road). Top reported issues include engine, electrical system and power train. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
20
Electrical System
7
Power Train
6
Brakes
2
Steering
2
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
2
Suspension
1
Wheels & Tires
1

2026 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD ZR2 (Sport/Off Road) problems by category: Engine: 20 complaints, Electrical System: 7 complaints, Power Train: 6 complaints, Brakes: 2 complaints, Steering: 2 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 2 complaints, Suspension: 1 complaints, Wheels & Tires: 1 complaints.

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 05/16/2026ODI#11738317
I am writing regarding an ongoing and serious issue with my 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST 2.7L that continues to occur despite multiple visits to the dealership. Recently, as I was leaving my hou…
EngineFiled: 03/29/2026ODI#11727847
Truck has less than 1800 miles. Was at a stop light and the vehicle started shaking and making metal tin rattling sounds. Stopped for gas, started the vehicle all noises went away. Got onto the free…
Power TrainFiled: 03/12/2026ODI#11723783
Vehicle: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Incident Description: While driving at highway speed, the transmission fluid line failed and transmission fluid rapidly leaked from the vehicle. There were no w…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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