- Newest year: 2026
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2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 16–22 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 standard pickup configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado at a glance
The 2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado covers 4 model years in the EPA database (23 configurations in all), rated 16–22 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $3,090 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD (21 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2024, 2025 and 2026. The best combined rating in the generation, 22 MPG, was reached in 2023 and 2024.
2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Gas | 16–21 MPG | $3,090–$4,150 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Gas | 16–20 MPG | $3,190–$4,150 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas | 16–22 MPG | $3,040–$4,150 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas | 16–22 MPG | $2,980–$3,980 | First year |
What the 2026 Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$258
$3,090 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.15
Per 100 miles
$20.60
Five years
$15,450
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard pickup median
$370less a year
Class median $3,460 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Chevrolet Colorado MPG
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 21 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,190 to $3,090, $100 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,090 |
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,410 |
| Mud Terrain Tires | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,630 |
| ZR2 | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 17 | 17 | $3,770 |
| ZR2 Bison | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 16 | 16 | $4,150 |
2025 Chevrolet Colorado MPG
16–20 MPG · $3,190–$4,150/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 20 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,040 to $3,190, $150 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 23 | 20 | $3,190 |
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 19 | $3,460 |
| Mud Terrain Tires | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,630 |
| ZR2 | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 17 | 17 | $3,770 |
| ZR2 Bison | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 16 | 16 | $4,150 |
2024 Chevrolet Colorado MPG
16–22 MPG · $3,040–$4,150/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,980 to $3,040, $60 more.
Gas configurations (7)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic 8-spd (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 24 | 22 | $3,040 |
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic 8-spd | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,090 |
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic 8-spd | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,280 |
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic 8-spd | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,290 |
| Mud Terrain Tires | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,630 |
| ZR2 | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 17 | 17 | $3,770 |
Show 0 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZR2 Bison | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 16 | 16 | $4,150 |
2023 Chevrolet Colorado MPG
16–22 MPG · $2,980–$3,980/yr
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic 8-spd (Most efficient) | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,980 |
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic 8-spd | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,150 |
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD Automatic 8-spd | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,280 |
| Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic 8-spd | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Mud Terrain Tires | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 19 | 18 | $3,630 |
| ZR2 | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 16 | 16 | $3,980 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD: $4,210 in California and $2,700 in Texas, a $1,510 difference.
- California $4,210
- Washington $3,900
- New York $3,090
- Florida $2,920
- Texas $2,700
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2026 standard pickup models.
Generations
- 2004-2012 (1st gen)
- 2015-2022 (2nd gen)
- 2023-2026 (3rd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado get?
EPA rates the 2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado at 16–22 MPG combined across 23 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2024 Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 22 MPG (20 city, 24 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado?
The Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 22 MPG, in 2023 and 2024. The lowest top rating, 20 MPG, was in 2025.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
How does the 2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado) is rated 15–25 MPG combined and costs $2,930–$4,860 a year to fuel; the 2023-2026 model is rated 16–22 MPG and costs $2,980–$4,150 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,090 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $3,090–$4,150 a year. That is a $1,060 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado 100 miles?
About $20.60 per 100 miles for the Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $20.60 and $27.67 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD is rated 19 city and 24 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado compare with other standard pickup configurations?
The Colorado 2.7L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $3,090 a year to fuel, $370 less than the class median of $3,460, and less than 7 of 10 standard pickup configurations. The comparison covers all 138 rated standard pickup configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 21 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,190 to $3,090, $100 less. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2026 against 5 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado for that year.