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2020Standard Pickup Trucks 4WDDiesel

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD

EPA ID: 41842
23
City MPG
25
Combined MPG
25MPG· Average
29
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 4WD achieves an EPA-estimated 25 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 23 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 3L 6-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a automatic 10-spd, this standard pickup trucks 4wd features 4-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2020 Silverado 4WD produces approximately 405 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 Silverado 4WD has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $3,250, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $5,500 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 4WD
Fuel TypeDiesel
Engine3L 6-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged
TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
Drive Type4-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions405 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score4/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$3,250
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $5,500

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
25.4
Impact vs EPA
$-30
/ year
💨

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 4WD 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
$652/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$16,800
43.0%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$10,500
26.9%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$11,400
29.2%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.0%
Total 5-Year Cost$39,100

Recall Intelligence

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NHTSA FARS (Fatal Crash History) and broader generational safety trends are aggregated at the model level rather than by specific engine configurations. View the complete historical data profile for all Chevrolet Silverado 4WD configurations.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$3,250
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $5,500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City23 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined25 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

81.0 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 100 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 6.8 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.