gas milage

Hi All,,I am about to purchase a 2002 Chevy Silverado.It has 4.3?V8,,4speed auto,and lt245*16 tires. Can anyone give me an idea on what the gas mileage will be,,(mpg).I am a fairly conservative driver.The truck will be used mainly for local and short hwy driving. Thanks in advance Ron

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Ronald Gonichelis
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is it extended cab? 2wd or 4wd? does it have a 4.3l or a V8? any idea on the gears?

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Sigwings

Truck is 4wheel drive,,know it a 4.8 (?) v8 dont know the gear ratio. Regular cab

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Ronald Gonichelis

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Sigwings

"Sigwings" wrote

I concur with the city mileage, but I feel on the highway it may be a little better than 18-20. IMO I have a full size 1989 Blazer and it gets about 26 on the highway, but only 13 in the city. My dad has a chevy pick-up and it gets 16 city and 23-25 highway. You'll get the best possible mileage if the truck is current with its oil, filter change, check spark plugs, belts, and that the tires are inflated to recommended level. .

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ChristyLynn

Ronald,

This is my truck exactly.

EPA numbers - City 14, HW 18, Combined 16.

The driving you describe will probably give you 15 MPG.

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Expecting more can leave you disappointed.

Cheers, RMR

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RMR

Thanks all for the info,,Be safe ,Ron

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Ronald Gonichelis

If I may ask another question,, What type of MPG would a 1500 Silverado,,2wheel drive,,,4.3V8 4speed auto,regular cab.not sure gear ratio?

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Ronald Gonichelis

Hi, well its probly not a 4.3, it should be a 4.8LV8. it is also probly fuel injected, you should get about 18-22 mpg. I also know my on buddy has the same truck and it get good gas milage. I think you will be impresed for such a big truck.

Poofy

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poofy4204

Look it up for yourself.

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RMR

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RMR

Thanks again for the info,,R

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Ronald Gonichelis

I own a 2000 Silverado 1500 with 5.3 V-8, keep tires inflated around 40 and use synthetic Mobil 1. If the vehicle is well maintained and you drive conservatively, you should be able to get around 19-20 MPG at sea level with proper/higher air pressure and synthetic oil which reduces engine drag. On long trips on relatively flat roads at or near sea level, I've been able to get 22 MPG max, but overall, I get between

19-20. The smaller engine has about the same gas mileage as the larger engine in fact, the larger engine may do better in hilly terrain or under heavier load conditions because of it's increased torque and ability to stay in OverDrive. Chevy calls for 35 psi in the tires, but I've own Chevy truck for years and they perform better at higher tire pressures. Currently I have Bridgestone Dueler Alenzas, a high end SUV P type tire that can take a maximum of 45 psi. I run them around 40 and the ride is absolutely beautiful....smooth, silent, and excellent handling. They are rated as No. 1 for on road use and will do decently for off road. For serious off road use and heavy load condition, you would be best off with an LT series load range C which can take up to 50 psi. I've use Goodyear GSAs in the past and would run them around 45 psi with good result. Michelin tires have the lowest rolling resistance of all tires and Goodyears, especially the new Forteras with Kevlar have the highest rolling resistance. So for best mileage, choose a Michelin LTX. Their P series can only take 35 psi and that's simply not adequate for a truck . Bridgestones are intermediate in their rolling resistance but have the finest ride. The Goodyear Forteras with Kevlar are even smoother riding but users have reported quality issues with them. I've never own a Goodyear tire that did not have problems with being somewhat out of round. For smooth ride, highway driving, and excellent handling the Bridgestone Alenzas are the best choice. For off-road use, heavy loads and best fuel mileage, the Michelin LTX is the best choice, but they are pricey. Every Fall and Spring Bridgestone has a $75 rebate on Alenzas...I put on (4) P265/16/75s for $600 and that included unlimited rotating and balancing. A deal that cannot be beat. Michelins will run around $800 but the ride with not be as good or the quietness of the tire.
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cjaimesw

I own a 2000 Silverado 1500 with 5.3 V-8, keep tires inflated around 40 and use synthetic Mobil 1. If the vehicle is well maintained and you drive conservatively, you should be able to get around 19-20 MPG at sea level with proper/higher air pressure and synthetic oil which reduces engine drag. On long trips on relatively flat roads at or near sea level, I've been able to get 22 MPG max, but overall, I get between

19-20. The smaller engine has about the same gas mileage as the larger engine in fact, the larger engine may do better in hilly terrain or under heavier load conditions because of it's increased torque and ability to stay in OverDrive. Chevy calls for 35 psi in the tires, but I've own Chevy truck for years and they perform better at higher tire pressures. Currently I have Bridgestone Dueler Alenzas, a high end SUV P type tire that can take a maximum of 45 psi. I run them around 40 and the ride is absolutely beautiful....smooth, silent, and excellent handling. They are rated as No. 1 for on road use and will do decently for off road. For serious off road use and heavy load condition, you would be best off with an LT series load range C which can take up to 50 psi. I've use Goodyear GSAs in the past and would run them around 45 psi with good result. Michelin tires have the lowest rolling resistance of all tires and Goodyears, especially the new Forteras with Kevlar have the highest rolling resistance. So for best mileage, choose a Michelin LTX. Their P series can only take 35 psi and that's simply not adequate for a truck . Bridgestones are intermediate in their rolling resistance but have the finest ride. The Goodyear Forteras with Kevlar are even smoother riding but users have reported quality issues with them. I've never own a Goodyear tire that did not have problems with being somewhat out of round. For smooth ride, highway driving, and excellent handling the Bridgestone Alenzas are the best choice. For off-road use, heavy loads and best fuel mileage, the Michelin LTX is the best choice, but they are pricey. Every Fall and Spring Bridgestone has a $75 rebate on Alenzas...I put on (4) P265/16/75s for $600 and that included unlimited rotating and balancing. A deal that cannot be beat. Michelins will run around $800 but the ride with not be as good or the quietness of the tire.
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Boots Crofoot

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