TRUCK · Diesel
Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (Duramax) Fuel Cost
Heavy-duty pickup with Duramax diesel and serious gooseneck towing capacity. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 15 combined MPG and average US gas prices.
Best for towing, hauling and work duty rather than fuel-sipping commutes.
- Built for towing
- High fuel use
- Strong highway diesel
- Heavy fuel use
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
14 MPG
18 MPG
15 MPG
36 gal
~540 mi
MPG breakdown
Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year
Based on 15 MPG and $3.85/gal.
Annual cost
$3080
Monthly cost
$257
Cost per mile
$0.257
Gallons / year
800
Estimate your own cost
Pre-filled with the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (Duramax)'s combined MPG.
Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (Duramax). Adjust for your real-world driving.
Estimated Annual Cost
$0.00
Per Month
$0.00
Per Mile
$0.000
~800 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 | 533 | $2053 | $171 |
| 12,000 | 800 | $3080 | $257 |
| 15,000 | 1000 | $3850 | $321 |
Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.
How we estimate Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (Duramax) 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 Silverado 2500HD (Duramax)?
Driving 12,000 miles per year at 15 MPG and $3.85/gal, expect about $3080 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.
What MPG does the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (Duramax) get?
Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 14 city / 18 highway / 15 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.
What is the tank size of the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (Duramax)?
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (Duramax) typically has a 36-gallon tank. At 15 combined MPG, that's roughly 540 miles of driving range per fill-up.
How does Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (Duramax) fuel cost compare to other vehicles?
At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $3080. 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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