2012 Chevrolet Silverado Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (14–21 MPG combined) across 11 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 8-cyl, 5.3 L; 8-cyl, 6.2 L; 6-cyl, 4.3 L; 8-cyl, 4.8 L; 8-cyl, 6.0 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 14–21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,200–$4,800
- Configurations
- 11
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 4.3 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 | — |
| 8-cyl 4.8 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 | — |
| 8-cyl 5.3 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 | — |
| 8-cyl 6.0 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 | — |
| 8-cyl 6.2 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 12 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 | — |
| 6-cyl 4.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 | — |
| 8-cyl 4.8 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 | — |
| 8-cyl 5.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21–22 | 17–18 | $3,700–$3,950 | — |
| 8-cyl 6.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 | — |
| 8-cyl 6.2 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado 15 Hybrid 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 8 | 6.0 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Silverado 15 Hybrid 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 8 | 6.0 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 4.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.8 | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 6.2 | Regular Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Silverado C15 XFE 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 4.3 | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 4.8 | Regular Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 6.2 | Regular Gasoline | 12 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado?
According to EPA data, the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rated at 14–21 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado have?
The EPA data lists 6 and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado use?
It uses Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,200 to $4,800.