2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 MPG

It’s no surprise that the Chevy Silverado 1500 is a top pick among Reno drivers who need a durable work or adventure vehicle. This light-duty truck delivers legendary performance, but did you know that it also delivers respectable gas mileage? That’s right. Plus, it offers best-in-class fuel economy for highway driving when equipped with the available Duramax® 3.0L Turbo-Diesel engine. Read on and explore the new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fuel economy with Michael Hohl Motor Company. 

2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 MPG Ratings By Configuration

Since the 2026 Silverado 1500 is available with 4 engines and 2 drivetrains, its efficiency will vary depending on the exact configuration you choose. For example, if you opt for a 2WD model, you can expect slightly more efficient drives around Sparks. Here are the EPA-estimated mpg ratings by trim level and drivetrain:

WT

• 2WD: 18 city / 21 highway / 20 combined mpg

• 4WD: 17 city / 21 highway / 19 combined mpg

Custom

• 2WD: 18 city / 21 highway / 20 combined mpg

• 4WD: 17 city / 21 highway / 19 combined mpg

Custom Trail Boss

• 4WD: 16 city / 17 highway / 17 combined mpg

LT 

• 2WD: 18 city / 21 highway / 20 combined mpg

• 4WD: 17 city / 21 highway / 19 combined mpg

RST 

• 2WD: 18 city / 21 highway / 20 combined mpg

• 4WD: 17 city / 21 highway / 19 combined mpg

LT Trail Boss

• 4WD: 17 city / 21 highway / 19 combined mpg

LTZ

• 2WD: 16 city / 20 highway / 17 combined mpg

• 4WD: 15 city / 19 highway / 17 combined mpg

High Country

• 2WD: 16 city / 20 highway / 17 combined mpg

• 4WD: 15 city / 19 highway / 17 combined mpg

ZR2

• 4WD: 20 city / 23 highway / 21 combined mpg

Automatic Stop/Start Feature

Regardless of which configuration you choose, you’ll have access to the Automatic Stop/Start feature that’ll help boost your efficiency on the streets of Tahoe. With this feature, your car’s engine will shut off automatically anytime you’re at a complete stop or you have your foot on the brake pedal. When you remove your foot from the brake, the engine will restart on its own. 

Test-Drive The Chevy Silverado At Michael Hohl Motor Company

Now that you know what the new Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fuel economy is, are you ready for a test drive? Head on over to the Carson City dealership today! If you have any questions, be sure to get in touch with us.