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Chevrolet V20 Pickup MPG
EPA fuel economy for 4 Chevrolet V20 Pickup trims sold from 1987. Best ever: 17 MPG (1987 V20 Pickup 4WD). Latest model year 1987: 12 to 17 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Chevrolet V20 Pickup fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.98 for diesel and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1987 Chevrolet V20 Pickup to fuel is the V20 Pickup 4WD, 5.7 L, 8 cyl (13 MPG) at $4,800 a year. The V20 Pickup 4WD, 6.2 L, 8 cyl, Diesel (16 MPG) costs $5,610, so the thriftier trim saves $810 a year and $4,050 over five years.
| 1987 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V20 Pickup 4WD | 5.7 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 13 | $4,800 | cheapest |
| V20 Pickup 4WD | 5.7 L, 8 cyl | Manual 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 12 | $5,200 | +$400 |
| V20 Pickup 4WD | 6.2 L, 8 cyl, Diesel | Manual 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Diesel | 17 | $5,280 | +$480 |
| V20 Pickup 4WD | 6.2 L, 8 cyl, Diesel | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Diesel | 16 | $5,610 | +$810 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Chevrolet V20 Pickup MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 17 | 16 | 18 | V20 Pickup 4WD, 6.2 L, 8 cyl, Diesel, Manual 4-spd | 4 |
Every Chevrolet V20 Pickup trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | V20 Pickup 4WD | 6.2 L, 8 cyl, Diesel | Manual 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Diesel | 16 | 18 | 17 | 599 | $5,280 |
| 1987 | V20 Pickup 4WD | 6.2 L, 8 cyl, Diesel | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Diesel | 15 | 19 | 16 | 636 | $5,610 |
| 1987 | V20 Pickup 4WD | 5.7 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 11 | 15 | 13 | 684 | $4,800 |
| 1987 | V20 Pickup 4WD | 5.7 L, 8 cyl | Manual 4-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 11 | 14 | 12 | 741 | $5,200 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 1987 Standard Pickup Trucks
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 Jeep Comanche 2WD | 25 | 24 | 27 |
| 1987 Toyota 1-Ton Truck 2WD | 23 | 21 | 26 |
| 1987 Chevrolet T10 (S10) Pickup 4WD | 21 | 19 | 23 |
| 1987 Dodge Dakota Pickup 2WD | 21 | 19 | 25 |
| 1987 GMC T15 (S15) Pickup 4WD | 21 | 19 | 23 |
| 1987 Chevrolet R10 Pickup 2WD | 19 | 18 | 22 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Chevrolet V20 Pickup?
The most efficient Chevrolet V20 Pickup the EPA has rated is the 1987 V20 Pickup 4WD at 17 MPG combined (16 city, 18 highway).
What MPG does the 1987 Chevrolet V20 Pickup get?
1987 Chevrolet V20 Pickup trims range from 12 to 17 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Chevrolet V20 Pickup has the worst fuel economy?
The 1987 V20 Pickup 4WD is the lowest rated at 12 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Chevrolet V20 Pickup for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.98 for diesel and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1987 Chevrolet V20 Pickup to fuel is the V20 Pickup 4WD, 5.7 L, 8 cyl (13 MPG) at $4,800 a year. The V20 Pickup 4WD, 6.2 L, 8 cyl, Diesel (16 MPG) costs $5,610, so the thriftier trim saves $810 a year and $4,050 over five years.
More from Chevrolet: every Chevrolet model. Fuel types on this model: Diesel, Regular. EPA classes: Standard Pickup Trucks.