2018 Chevrolet Silverado Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado (17–20 MPG combined) across 14 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD, Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD, Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 6-spd, Automatic 8-spd
- Engine
- 8-cyl, 5.3 L; 6-cyl, 4.3 L; 8-cyl, 6.2 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 17–20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,350–$4,850
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$12,250 to −$4,750 more than average
- EPA scores
- Fuel economy 3–4/10 · GHG 3–4/10
- Configurations
- 14
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 · Premium Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 | 524 g/mi |
| 8-cyl 6.2 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,850 | 522 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 4.3 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 | 473 g/mi |
| 8-cyl 5.3 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 15–16 | 19–22 | 17–18 | $3,700–$3,950 | 489–523 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 4.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 | 448 g/mi |
| 8-cyl 5.3 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15–18 | 20–24 | 17–20 | $3,350–$3,950 | 447–523 g/mi |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado 15 Hybrid 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 | −$4,750 | 4 | 4 |
| Silverado 15 Hybrid 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 6 | 4.3 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 | −$4,750 | 4 | 4 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 6.2 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,850 | −$12,250 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado C15 Cab Chassis 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 | −$7,750 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 6 | 4.3 | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 | −$5,750 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 | −$6,500 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 6.2 | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 | −$12,250 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 | −$7,750 | 3 | 3 |
| Silverado K15 Cab Chassis 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3 | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 | −$7,750 | 3 | 3 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado?
According to EPA data, the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado is rated at 17–20 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado have?
The EPA data lists 6 and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,350 to $4,850.
How much will the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$12,250 to −$4,750 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).