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2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer MPG & Fuel Cost

6 model years · 14–18 MPG combined

17 MPG
Combined
15 MPG
City
20 MPG
Highway
Annual fuel cost · Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD
$3,840

15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)

Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2005. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.

Next generation: 2019-2027

2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer at a glance

The 2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer covers 6 model years in the EPA database (24 configurations in all), rated 14–18 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2005, costs about $3,840 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD (17 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005. The best combined rating in the generation, 18 MPG, was reached in 2000.

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer by model year

2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer: EPA combined rating and yearly fuel cost for each model year
Model yearPowertrainsCombined$/yrEPA ratings
2005 Gas 15–17 MPG $3,840–$4,360 Ratings changed
2004 Gas 15–16 MPG $4,080–$4,360 Ratings changed
2003 Gas 15–17 MPG $3,840–$4,360 Ratings changed
2002 Gas 14–17 MPG $3,840–$4,670 Ratings changed
2001 Gas 14–17 MPG $3,840–$4,670 Ratings changed
2000 Gas 15–18 MPG $3,630–$4,360 First year

What the 2005 Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD costs to drive

Per month

$320

$3,840 a year ÷ 12

Per 25 miles

$6.40

Per 100 miles

$25.60

Five years

$19,200

5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level

vs the standard SUV median

$240less a year

Class median $4,080 a year, MY2005

Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2005 Chevrolet Blazer MPG

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration moves from 16 to 17 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,080 to $3,840, $240 less.

Gas · 4.3L
Combined
15–17 MPG
Per year
$3,840–$4,360

Gas configurations (4)

2005 Chevrolet Blazer gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 20 17 $3,840
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 14 20 16 $4,080
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 14 18 15 $4,360
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 13 17 15 $4,360

2004 Chevrolet Blazer MPG

15–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,360/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 17 to 16 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,840 to $4,080, $240 more.

Gas · 4.3L
Combined
15–16 MPG
Per year
$4,080–$4,360

Gas configurations (4)

2004 Chevrolet Blazer gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 14 19 16 $4,080
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 14 19 16 $4,080
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 13 17 15 $4,360
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 13 18 15 $4,360

2003 Chevrolet Blazer MPG

15–17 MPG · $3,840–$4,360/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,840.

Gas · 4.3L
Combined
15–17 MPG
Per year
$3,840–$4,360

Gas configurations (4)

2003 Chevrolet Blazer gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 21 17 $3,840
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 14 20 16 $4,080
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 13 17 15 $4,360
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 13 18 15 $4,360

2002 Chevrolet Blazer MPG

14–17 MPG · $3,840–$4,670/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,840.

Gas · 4.3L
Combined
14–17 MPG
Per year
$3,840–$4,670

Gas configurations (4)

2002 Chevrolet Blazer gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 20 17 $3,840
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 14 20 16 $4,080
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 14 18 15 $4,360
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 12 16 14 $4,670

2001 Chevrolet Blazer MPG

14–17 MPG · $3,840–$4,670/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 17 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,630 to $3,840, $210 more.

Gas · 4.3L
Combined
14–17 MPG
Per year
$3,840–$4,670

Gas configurations (4)

2001 Chevrolet Blazer gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 20 17 $3,840
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 14 20 16 $4,080
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 14 18 15 $4,360
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 13 16 14 $4,670

2000 Chevrolet Blazer MPG

15–18 MPG · $3,630–$4,360/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Gas · 4.3L
Combined
15–18 MPG
Per year
$3,630–$4,360

Gas configurations (4)

2000 Chevrolet Blazer gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 21 18 $3,630
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd 4.3L 6-cyl RWD 15 20 17 $3,840
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 14 18 16 $4,080
Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 13 16 15 $4,360

Fuel cost by state

Yearly cost of the Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD: $5,230 in California and $3,350 in Texas, a $1,880 difference.

Gasoline prices: California: California state average; Washington: Washington state average; New York: New York state average; Florida: Florida state average; Texas: Texas state average (Sep 2026).
Fuel cost in every state

Similar cars

Closest combined MPG among MY2005 standard SUV models.

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (WK)

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

17 MPG · $3,840/yr
2007 Honda Pilot EX-L (YF1)

2005 Honda Pilot

17 MPG · $3,840/yr
2004-2006 Acura MDX (YD1)

2005 Acura MDX

17 MPG · $4,730/yr
2011 Nissan Pathfinder S (R51)

2005 Nissan Pathfinder

17 MPG · $3,840/yr
EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

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Frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer get?

EPA rates the 2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer at 14–18 MPG combined across 24 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2000 Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD, is rated 18 MPG (15 city, 21 highway).

Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer?

The Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 18 MPG, in 2000. The lowest top rating, 16 MPG, was in 2004.

Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2005 Chevrolet Blazer?

Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Chevrolet Blazer per year?

Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD costs about $3,840 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $3,840–$4,360 a year. That is a $520 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.

How much does it cost to drive a 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 100 miles?

About $25.60 per 100 miles for the Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $25.60 and $29.07 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Blazer more efficient in the city or on the highway?

The Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD is rated 15 city and 20 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.

How does the 2005 Chevrolet Blazer compare with other standard SUV configurations?

The Blazer 4.3L 6-cyl RWD costs about $3,840 a year to fuel, $240 less than the class median of $4,080, and less than 6 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 287 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2005, not weighted by sales.

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Blazer different from the 2004 model?

The most efficient configuration moves from 16 to 17 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,080 to $3,840, $240 less. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2005 against 4 configurations for 2004. See the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer for that year.