1992 · Full-Size Pickup · Diesel

1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel MPG & fuel economy

The 1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel is a full-size pickup offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (18 city / 23 highway) on diesel. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1991 model. Among 27 full-size pickups rated for 1992, it ranks 12th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, it costs about $2,775 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 18 MPG city · 23 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,775 15,000 mi/yr · $18.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1992 #12 of 27 Full-Size Pickups by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway239.810.2
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 1992 Full-Size Pickups

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  1. 1Mazda B Pickup22 MPG $2,114
  2. 2Dodge Dakota Pickup21 MPG $2,214
  3. 3Toyota Truck/T10021 MPG $2,214
  4. 4Isuzu Pickup20 MPG $2,325
  5. 5Jeep Comanche Pickup20 MPG $2,325
  6. 12Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel20 MPG $2,775
  7. 27Dodge W250 Pickup13 MPG $3,577
1992 C1500 Pickup DieselOther full-size pickupsClass median: $2,906/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

C1500 Pickup Diesel MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual
C1500 Pickup 2WD
Diesel 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,775
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
C1500 Pickup 2WD
Diesel 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,083

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Diesel
Engine / motor
6.2L 8-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
509 g/mi

1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel?

Up to 20 MPG combined (18 city / 23 highway); ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel use?

Diesel.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel?

The 1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1992 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Diesel per year?

About $2,775 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.70/gal diesel fuel, or $18.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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