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Dodge B3500 Van MPG
EPA fuel economy for 6 Dodge B3500 Van trims sold from 1995 to 1997. Best ever: 14 MPG (1997 B3500 Van 2WD). Latest model year 1997: 13 to 14 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Dodge B3500 Van 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 and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1997 Dodge B3500 Van to fuel is the B3500 Van 2WD, 5.2 L, 8 cyl (14 MPG) at $4,460 a year. The B3500 Van 2WD, 5.9 L, 8 cyl (13 MPG) costs $4,800, so the thriftier trim saves $340 a year and $1,700 over five years.
| 1997 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B3500 Van 2WD | 5.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 14 | $4,460 | cheapest |
| B3500 Van 2WD | 5.9 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 13 | $4,800 | +$340 |
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.
Dodge B3500 Van MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 14 | 12 | 17 | B3500 Van 2WD, 5.2 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1996 | 14 | 12 | 16 | B3500 Van 2WD, 5.2 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1995 | 14 | 12 | 16 | B3500 Van 2WD, 5.2 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
Every Dodge B3500 Van trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | B3500 Van 2WD | 5.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 1997 | B3500 Van 2WD | 5.9 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 | 684 | $4,800 |
| 1996 | B3500 Van 2WD | 5.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 12 | 16 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 1996 | B3500 Van 2WD | 5.9 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 11 | 16 | 13 | 684 | $4,800 |
| 1995 | B3500 Van 2WD | 5.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 12 | 16 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 1995 | B3500 Van 2WD | 5.9 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 11 | 15 | 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 1997 Vans
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Chevrolet Astro 2WD (cargo) | 17 | 15 | 21 |
| 1997 Ford Aerostar Van | 17 | 15 | 21 |
| 1997 Ford Aerostar Wagon | 17 | 15 | 22 |
| 1997 GMC Safari 2WD (cargo) | 17 | 15 | 21 |
| 1997 Toyota Previa | 17 | 16 | 20 |
| 1997 Chevrolet Astro 2WD (passenger) | 16 | 15 | 20 |
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Dodge B3500 Van?
The most efficient Dodge B3500 Van the EPA has rated is the 1997 B3500 Van 2WD at 14 MPG combined (12 city, 17 highway).
What MPG does the 1997 Dodge B3500 Van get?
1997 Dodge B3500 Van trims range from 13 to 14 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Dodge B3500 Van has the worst fuel economy?
The 1995 B3500 Van 2WD is the lowest rated at 12 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Dodge B3500 Van for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1997 Dodge B3500 Van to fuel is the B3500 Van 2WD, 5.2 L, 8 cyl (14 MPG) at $4,460 a year. The B3500 Van 2WD, 5.9 L, 8 cyl (13 MPG) costs $4,800, so the thriftier trim saves $340 a year and $1,700 over five years.
More from Dodge: every Dodge model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Vans.