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2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 17–19 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2020. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe at a glance
The 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe covers 6 model years in the EPA database (30 configurations in all), rated 17–19 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2020, costs about $3,710 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD (18 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. The best combined rating in the generation, 19 MPG, was reached in 2016, 2017 and 2018.
2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Gas | 17–18 MPG | $3,710–$4,760 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 17–18 MPG | $3,710–$4,760 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 17–19 MPG | $3,410–$4,730 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,510–$3,660 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,530–$3,660 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 18 MPG | $3,530–$3,660 | First year |
What the 2020 C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$309
$3,710 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.18
Per 100 miles
$24.73
Five years
$18,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$170less a year
Class median $3,880 a year, MY2020
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2020 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,710.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,710 |
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,710 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,770 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,860 |
| C1500 6.2L 8-cyl | 6.2L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 23 | 17 | $4,680 |
| K1500 6.2L 8-cyl | 6.2L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,760 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2019 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
17–18 MPG · $3,710–$4,760/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 18 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,410 to $3,710, $300 more.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,710 |
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,710 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,770 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,770 |
| C1500 6.2L 8-cyl | 6.2L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 23 | 17 | $4,680 |
| K1500 6.2L 8-cyl | 6.2L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,760 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
17–19 MPG · $3,410–$4,730/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,510 to $3,410, $100 less.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,410 |
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,500 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,660 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,660 |
| C1500 6.2L 8-cyl | 6.2L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 23 | 17 | $4,680 |
| K1500 6.2L 8-cyl | 6.2L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $4,730 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2017 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
18–19 MPG · $3,510–$3,660/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,530 to $3,510, $20 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,510 |
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,510 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,660 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,660 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2016 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
18–19 MPG · $3,530–$3,660/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 18 to 19 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost stays at $3,530.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,530 |
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,530 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,660 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,660 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe MPG
18 MPG · $3,530–$3,660/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,530 |
| C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,530 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,660 |
| K1500 5.3L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 5.3L 8-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,660 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD: $5,050 in California and $3,240 in Texas, a $1,810 difference.
- California $5,050
- Washington $4,680
- New York $3,710
- Florida $3,510
- Texas $3,240
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2020 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2006 (GMT800)
- 2007-2014 (GMT900)
- 2015-2020 (K2UC)
- 2021-2027* (T1UC)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe get?
EPA rates the 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe at 17–19 MPG combined across 30 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2018 C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD, is rated 19 MPG (16 city, 23 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe?
The C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 19 MPG, in 2016, 2017 and 2018. The lowest top rating, 18 MPG, was in 2015, 2019 and 2020.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020.
How does the 2015-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2007-2014 Chevrolet Tahoe) is rated 14–22 MPG combined and costs $2,970–$5,740 a year to fuel; the 2015-2020 model is rated 17–19 MPG and costs $3,410–$4,760 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs about $3,710 a year. Across all 6 configurations the cost runs $3,710–$4,760 a year. That is a $1,050 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe 100 miles?
About $24.73 per 100 miles for the C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $24.73 and $31.73 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD is rated 15 city and 22 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The C1500 5.3L 8-cyl RWD costs about $3,710 a year to fuel, $170 less than the class median of $3,880, and less than 6 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 158 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2020, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe different from the 2019 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,710. EPA lists 6 configurations for 2020 against 6 configurations for 2019. See the 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe for that year.