- Newest year: 2004
- Gas
- Two-seaters
- Same as 2003
2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 18–20 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 two-seater configurations, MY2004. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette at a glance
The 2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette covers 5 model years in the EPA database (10 configurations in all), rated 18–20 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2004, costs about $4,020 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD (20 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001 and 2002; 2003 and 2004 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 20 MPG, was reached in 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $4,020–$4,230 | Same EPA ratings as 2003 |
| 2003 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $4,020–$4,230 | Same EPA ratings as 2002 |
| 2002 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $4,020–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2001 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $4,020–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2000 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $4,230–$4,460 | First year |
What the 2004 Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$335
$4,020 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.70
Per 100 miles
$26.80
Five years
$20,100
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the two-seater median
$210less a year
Class median $4,230 a year, MY2004
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Chevrolet Corvette MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette as for the 2003 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2003 section above.See 2003
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Corvette 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).
2003 Chevrolet Corvette MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2002
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette as for the 2002 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2002 section above.See 2002
2002 Chevrolet Corvette MPG
19–20 MPG · $4,020–$4,230/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 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,020.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Corvette 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 Corvette MPG
19–20 MPG · $4,020–$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 moves from 19 to 20 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,230 to $4,020, $210 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Corvette 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 Corvette MPG
18–19 MPG · $4,230–$4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.7L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Corvette 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 Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD: $4,790 in California and $3,480 in Texas, a $1,310 difference.
- California $4,790
- Washington $4,510
- New York $3,970
- Florida $3,670
- Texas $3,480
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2004 two-seater models.
Generations
- 2000-2004 (C5)
- 2005-2013 (C6)
- 2014-2019 (C7)
- 2020-2027* (C8)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette get?
EPA rates the 2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette at 18–20 MPG combined across 10 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2004 Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD, is rated 20 MPG (17 city, 26 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette?
The Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 20 MPG, in 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004. The lowest top rating, 19 MPG, was in 2000.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2004 Chevrolet Corvette?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001 and 2002. In 2003 and 2004 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2004 Chevrolet Corvette per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD costs about $4,020 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $4,020–$4,230 a year. That is a $210 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 100 miles?
About $26.80 per 100 miles for the Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $26.80 and $28.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD is rated 17 city and 26 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette compare with other two-seater configurations?
The Corvette 5.7L 8-cyl RWD costs about $4,020 a year to fuel, $210 less than the class median of $4,230, and less than 6 of 10 two-seater configurations. The comparison covers all 59 rated two-seater configurations for MY2004, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette different from the 2003 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2003 and 2004: 2 configurations rated 19–20 MPG combined. See the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette for that year.