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2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 18–21 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 small car configurations, MY2002. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro at a glance
The 2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro covers 3 model years in the EPA database (12 configurations in all), rated 18–21 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2002, costs about $3,110 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD (21 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001 and 2002.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro by model year
What the 2002 Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$259
$3,110 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.18
Per 100 miles
$20.73
Five years
$15,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$160less a year
Class median $3,270 a year, MY2002
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2002 Chevrolet Camaro MPG
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 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,110.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.8L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 28 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.8L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 29 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Camaro 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Camaro 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2001 Chevrolet Camaro MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,110–$4,230/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 stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,110.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.8L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 28 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd | 3.8L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 29 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Camaro 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Camaro 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2000 Chevrolet Camaro MPG
18–21 MPG · $3,110–$4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 3.8L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 28 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.8L 6-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Camaro 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Camaro 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD: $4,230 in California and $2,710 in Texas, a $1,520 difference.
- California $4,230
- Washington $3,920
- New York $3,110
- Florida $2,940
- Texas $2,710
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2002 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2002 (4th gen)
- 2010-2015 (5th gen)
- 2016-2024 (6th gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro get?
EPA rates the 2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro at 18–21 MPG combined across 12 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2002 Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD, is rated 21 MPG (17 city, 28 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro?
Every model year of the 2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro tops out at 21 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2002 Chevrolet Camaro?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001 and 2002.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2002 Chevrolet Camaro per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD costs about $3,110 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $3,110–$4,230 a year. That is a $1,120 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2002 Chevrolet Camaro 100 miles?
About $20.73 per 100 miles for the Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $20.73 and $28.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2002 Chevrolet Camaro more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD is rated 17 city and 28 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 11 MPG.
How does the 2002 Chevrolet Camaro compare with other small car configurations?
The Camaro 3.8L 6-cyl RWD costs about $3,110 a year to fuel, $160 less than the class median of $3,270, and less than 5 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 331 rated small car configurations for MY2002, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2002 Chevrolet Camaro different from the 2001 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,110. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2002 against 4 configurations for 2001. See the 2001 Chevrolet Camaro for that year.