MPG AtlasSaturn LS MPG
EPA fuel economy for 3 Saturn LS trims sold from 2000. Best ever: 24 MPG (2000 LS). Latest model year 2000: 20 to 24 MPG combined across 3 trims.
Saturn LS 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 2000 Saturn LS to fuel is the LS, 2.2 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) at $2,600 a year. The LS, 3.0 L, 6 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,120, so the thriftier trim saves $520 a year and $2,600 over five years.
| 2000 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 24 | $2,600 | cheapest |
| LS | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 23 | $2,710 | +$110 |
| LS | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | $3,120 | +$520 |
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.
Saturn LS MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 24 | 21 | 30 | LS, 2.2 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 3 |
Every Saturn LS trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | LS | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 | 370 | $2,600 |
| 2000 | LS | 2.2 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 2000 | LS | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,120 |
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 2000 Midsize Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Plymouth Breeze | 27 | 23 | 34 |
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 25 | 23 | 29 |
| 2000 Honda Accord | 24 | 22 | 29 |
| 2000 Toyota Camry | 24 | 21 | 29 |
| 2000 Volkswagen Passat | 24 | 21 | 29 |
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 23 | 19 | 28 |
All Midsize Cars ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Saturn LS?
The most efficient Saturn LS the EPA has rated is the 2000 LS at 24 MPG combined (21 city, 30 highway).
What MPG does the 2000 Saturn LS get?
2000 Saturn LS trims range from 20 to 24 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Saturn LS has the worst fuel economy?
The 2000 LS is the lowest rated at 20 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Saturn LS for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2000 Saturn LS to fuel is the LS, 2.2 L, 4 cyl (24 MPG) at $2,600 a year. The LS, 3.0 L, 6 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,120, so the thriftier trim saves $520 a year and $2,600 over five years.
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