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2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 14–22 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2014. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe at a glance
The 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe covers 8 model years in the EPA database (38 configurations in all), rated 14–22 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2014, costs about $3,810 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the C10 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (17 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The best combined rating in the generation, 22 MPG, was reached in 2010.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Gas | 17 MPG | $3,810 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas, Hybrid | 17–21 MPG | $3,100–$3,810 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas, Hybrid | 17–21 MPG | $3,100–$3,860 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas, Hybrid | 17–21 MPG | $3,100–$3,860 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas, Hybrid | 17–22 MPG | $2,970–$3,840 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas, Hybrid | 14–21 MPG | $3,110–$4,670 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas, Hybrid | 14–21 MPG | $3,110–$5,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 16–17 MPG | $3,840–$4,080 | First year |
What the 2014 C10 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$318
$3,810 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.35
Per 100 miles
$25.40
Five years
$19,050
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$320less a year
Class median $4,130 a year, MY2014
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 17 MPG, down 4. Its annual cost goes from $3,100 to $3,810, $710 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C10 (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
| K10 | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2013 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
17–21 MPG · $3,100–$3,810/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,100.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,100 |
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,110 |
2012 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
17–21 MPG · $3,100–$3,860/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,100.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,860 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,100 |
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,120 |
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
17–21 MPG · $3,100–$3,860/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 21 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,970 to $3,100, $130 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,810 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,860 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,100 |
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,120 |
2010 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
17–22 MPG · $2,970–$3,840/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 22 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,110 to $2,970, $140 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 21 | 22 | 22 | $2,970 |
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4WD | 21 | 22 | 21 | $3,110 |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
14–21 MPG · $3,110–$4,670/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,110.
Gas configurations (7)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 XFE (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 4.8L 8-cyl | 4.8L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 6.2L 8-cyl RWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 19 | 15 | $4,360 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 6.2L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $4,670 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 21 | 22 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 20 | 20 | $3,270 |
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
14–21 MPG · $3,110–$5,740/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration moves from 17 to 21 MPG, up 4. Its annual cost goes from $3,840 to $3,110, $730 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 4.8L 8-cyl (Most efficient) | 4.8L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 6.2L 8-cyl | 6.2L 8-cyl | RWD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 6.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 21 | 22 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 20 | 20 | $3,270 |
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
16–17 MPG · $3,840–$4,080/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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 17 | $3,840 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| 1500 4.8L 8-cyl | 4.8L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the C10 5.3L 8-cyl RWD: $5,190 in California and $3,330 in Texas, a $1,860 difference.
- California $5,190
- Washington $4,810
- New York $3,810
- Florida $3,600
- Texas $3,330
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2014 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2006 (GMT800)
- 2007-2014 (GMT900)
- 2015-2020 (K2UC)
- 2021-2027* (T1UC)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe get?
EPA rates the 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe at 14–22 MPG combined across 38 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl RWD, is rated 22 MPG (21 city, 22 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 14–17 MPG; Hybrid: 20–22 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe?
The Hybrid 6.0L 8-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 22 MPG, in 2010. The lowest top rating, 17 MPG, was in 2007 and 2014.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.
How does the 2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe) is rated 13–16 MPG combined and costs $4,080–$5,030 a year to fuel; the 2007-2014 model is rated 14–22 MPG and costs $2,970–$5,740 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the C10 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs about $3,810 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $3,810 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe 100 miles?
About $25.40 per 100 miles for the C10 5.3L 8-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The C10 5.3L 8-cyl RWD is rated 15 city and 21 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The C10 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs about $3,810 a year to fuel, $320 less than the class median of $4,130, and less than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 119 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2014, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe different from the 2013 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 17 MPG, down 4. Its annual cost goes from $3,100 to $3,810, $710 more. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2014 against 4 configurations for 2013. See the 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe for that year.