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Chevrolet Colorado Fuel Cost
Midsize pickup with a strong 2.7L turbo four and capable trail trims. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 20 combined MPG and average US gas prices.
Best for towing, hauling and work duty rather than fuel-sipping commutes.
- Built for towing
- Heavy fuel use
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
18 MPG
23 MPG
20 MPG
21 gal
~420 mi
MPG breakdown
Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year
Based on 20 MPG and $3.45/gal.
Annual cost
$2070
Monthly cost
$173
Cost per mile
$0.172
Gallons / year
600
Estimate your own cost
Pre-filled with the Chevrolet Colorado's combined MPG.
Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Chevrolet Colorado. Adjust for your real-world driving.
Estimated Annual Cost
$0.00
Per Month
$0.00
Per Mile
$0.000
~600 gallons per year
Cost by annual mileage
How much you'll spend per year at common US mileage levels (estimates).
| Miles per year | Gallons / year | Annual cost | Monthly cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | 400 | $1380 | $115 |
| 12,000 | 600 | $2070 | $173 |
| 15,000 | 750 | $2588 | $216 |
Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.
How we estimate Chevrolet Colorado costs
- MPG / MPGe
- EPA-style combined city + highway figures for the base trim and recent model year.
- Fuel price
- Average US retail regular gas, premium where required, or per-kWh electricity.
- Annual mileage
- Default scenarios at 8,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 miles per year.
- Trim & year variance
- AWD, larger wheels, towing packages and older years can lower efficiency 5–15%.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the estimated annual fuel cost for the Chevrolet Colorado?
Driving 12,000 miles per year at 20 MPG and $3.45/gal, expect about $2070 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.
What MPG does the Chevrolet Colorado get?
Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 18 city / 23 highway / 20 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.
What is the tank size of the Chevrolet Colorado?
The Chevrolet Colorado typically has a 21-gallon tank. At 20 combined MPG, that's roughly 420 miles of driving range per fill-up.
How does Chevrolet Colorado fuel cost compare to other vehicles?
At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $2070. Compare it to other trucks on our index page or use the cost-per-mile calculator to compare two specific vehicles side-by-side.
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