1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup (13–15 MPG combined) across 7 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
- Drive
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 4.3 L; 8-cyl, 5.0 L; 8-cyl, 5.7 L; 8-cyl, 6.5 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Diesel
- Combined MPG
- 13–15 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $4,450–$6,400
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$20,000 to −$10,250 more than average
- Configurations
- 7
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 6.5 L · Diesel · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | $6,400 | — |
| 6-cyl 4.3 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 | — |
| 8-cyl 5.0 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11–13 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 | — |
| 8-cyl 5.7 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11–12 | 16–17 | 13–14 | $4,800–$5,150 | — |
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 | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K1500 Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 4.3 | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 | −$10,250 | — | — |
| K1500 Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.0 | Regular Gasoline | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 | −$12,000 | — | — |
| K1500 Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.7 | Regular Gasoline | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,800 | −$12,000 | — | — |
| K1500 Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 6.5 | Diesel | 14 | 17 | 15 | $6,400 | −$20,000 | — | — |
| K1500 Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 4.3 | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 | −$10,250 | — | — |
| K1500 Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 8 | 5.0 | Regular Gasoline | 11 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 | −$12,000 | — | — |
| K1500 Pickup 4WD | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 8 | 5.7 | Regular Gasoline | 11 | 17 | 13 | $5,150 | −$13,750 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup?
According to EPA data, the 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup is rated at 13–15 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup have?
The EPA data lists 6 and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Diesel.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $4,450 to $6,400.
How much will the 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 1997 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$20,000 to −$10,250 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).