MPGTerminal
30/100
2024Special Purpose Vehicle 2WDRegular

2024 Chevrolet Silverado Cab Chassis 2WD

EPA ID: 46856
15
City MPG
16
Combined MPG
16MPG· Below Avg
18
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Cab Chassis 2WD achieves an EPA-estimated 16 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 15 MPG in the city and 18 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 5.3L 8-cylinder engine paired with a automatic 10-spd, this special purpose vehicle 2wd features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2024 Silverado Cab Chassis 2WD produces approximately 545 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 Cab Chassis 2WD has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $3,750, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $8,000 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 ClassSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine5.3L 8-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic 10-spd
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions545 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemEquipped
GHG Score3/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$3,750
5-Year Cost DeltaSave $8,000

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

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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
16.2
Impact vs EPA
$-44
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$712/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
39.3%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$16,406
38.4%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$9,125
21.4%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
0.9%
Total 5-Year Cost$42,731

Recall Intelligence

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$3,750
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Save $8,000

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

Efficiency Breakdown

City15 MPG
Highway18 MPG
Combined16 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

109.0 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 135 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 9.1 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.