1988 Chevrolet Blazer Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (12–22 MPG combined) across 13 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD, Special Purpose Vehicles
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.5 L; 6-cyl, 2.8 L; 6-cyl, 4.3 L; 8-cyl, 5.7 L; 8-cyl, 6.2 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Diesel
- Combined MPG
- 12–22 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,050–$5,650
- Configurations
- 13
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-cyl 6.2 L · Diesel · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | $5,650 | — |
| 6-cyl 2.8 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 | — |
| 6-cyl 4.3 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 | — |
| 8-cyl 5.7 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 | 14–16 | 12–13 | $5,150–$5,600 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.5 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 18–19 | 23–26 | 20–22 | $3,050–$3,350 | — |
| 6-cyl 2.8 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15–16 | 21–23 | 18–19 | $3,550–$3,700 | — |
| 6-cyl 4.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S10 Blazer 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,350 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 4.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 4-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 4.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 4-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| V10 Blazer 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.7 | Regular Gasoline | 11 | 16 | 13 | $5,150 |
| V10 Blazer 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 6.2 | Diesel | 15 | 20 | 17 | $5,650 |
| V10 Blazer 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 4-spd | 8 | 5.7 | Regular Gasoline | 11 | 14 | 12 | $5,600 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer?
According to EPA data, the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is rated at 12–22 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer have?
The EPA data lists 4, 6, and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Diesel.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,050 to $5,650.