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1986Standard Pickup TrucksRegular

1986 Chevrolet K20 Pickup 4WD

EPA ID: 2528

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City MPG

Combined MPG

11MPG· Below Avg

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1986 Chevrolet K20 Pickup 4WD achieves an EPA-estimated 11 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 9 MPG in the city and 14 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 5.7L 8-cylinder engine paired with a manual 4-spd, this standard pickup trucks features 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 1986 K20 Pickup 4WD produces approximately 808 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this K20 Pickup 4WD has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $5,450, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $16,500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassStandard Pickup Trucks

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine5.7L 8-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionManual 4-spd

Drive Type4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions808 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score-1/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$5,450

5-Year Cost DeltaSave $16,500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

10.7

Impact vs EPA

+$123

/ year

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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Standard Pickup Trucks has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$874/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$16,800

32.0%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$23,864

45.5%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$11,400

21.7%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

0.8%

Total 5-Year Cost$52,464

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #07E088000·2007-11-08

critical

Component: EQUIPMENT

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

161.6 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 200 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 13.5 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.