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Newest year: 2004
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2000-2004 GMC Sonoma MPG & Fuel Cost

5 model years · 14–23 MPG combined

Combined

City

Highway

Annual fuel cost · Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD

$4,360

15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)

Cheaper to fuel than 2 of 10 standard pickup configurations, MY2004. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.

2000-2004 GMC Sonoma at a glance

The 2000-2004 GMC Sonoma covers 5 model years in the EPA database (27 configurations in all), rated 14–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2004, costs about $4,360 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD (15 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004. The best combined rating in the generation, 23 MPG, was reached in 2000.

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

2000-2004 GMC Sonoma by model year

2000-2004 GMC Sonoma: EPA combined rating and yearly fuel cost for each model year
Model year	Powertrains	Combined	$/yr	EPA ratings
2004	Gas	15 MPG	$4,360	Ratings changed
2003	Gas	14–22 MPG	$2,970–$4,670	Ratings changed
2002	Gas	14–22 MPG	$2,970–$4,670	Ratings changed
2001	Gas	14–22 MPG	$2,970–$4,670	Ratings changed
2000	Gas	16–23 MPG	$2,840–$4,080	First year

What the 2004 Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD costs to drive

Per month

$363

$4,360 a year ÷ 12

Per 25 miles

$7.27

Per 100 miles

$29.07

Five years

$21,800

5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level

vs the standard pickup median

$280more a year

Class median $4,080 a year, MY2004

Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2004 GMC Sonoma MPG

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 15 MPG, down 7. Its annual cost goes from $2,970 to $4,360, $1,390 more.

Gas · 4.3L

Combined

15 MPG

Per year

$4,360

Gas configurations (1)

2004 GMC Sonoma gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
Trim	Engine	Drive	City	Hwy	Comb.	$/yr
Sonoma (Most efficient)	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	14	18	15	$4,360

2003 GMC Sonoma MPG

14–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,670/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.

Gas · 2.2L, 4.3L

Combined

14–22 MPG

Per year

$2,970–$4,670

Gas configurations (6)

2003 GMC Sonoma gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
Trim	Engine	Drive	City	Hwy	Comb.	$/yr
Sonoma 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient)	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	19	25	22	$2,970
Sonoma 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	17	23	19	$3,440
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	RWD	15	21	17	$3,840
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	RWD	15	22	17	$3,840
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	14	18	15	$4,360
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	12	17	14	$4,670

2002 GMC Sonoma MPG

14–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,670/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 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,970.

Gas · 2.2L, 4.3L

Combined

14–22 MPG

Per year

$2,970–$4,670

Gas configurations (6)

2002 GMC Sonoma gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
Trim	Engine	Drive	City	Hwy	Comb.	$/yr
(FFV) 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient)	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	19	25	22	$2,970
(FFV) 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	17	23	19	$3,440
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	RWD	15	20	17	$3,840
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	RWD	14	20	16	$4,080
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	14	18	15	$4,360
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	12	16	14	$4,670

Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.

2001 GMC Sonoma MPG

14–22 MPG · $2,970–$4,670/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 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,840 to $2,970, $130 more.

Gas · 2.2L, 4.3L

Combined

14–22 MPG

Per year

$2,970–$4,670

Gas configurations (6)

2001 GMC Sonoma gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
Trim	Engine	Drive	City	Hwy	Comb.	$/yr
(FFV) 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient)	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	19	25	22	$2,970
(FFV) 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	17	23	19	$3,440
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	RWD	15	21	17	$3,840
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	RWD	14	20	16	$4,080
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	13	17	15	$4,360
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	13	17	14	$4,670

Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.

2000 GMC Sonoma MPG

16–23 MPG · $2,840–$4,080/yr

EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.

Gas · 2.2L, 4.3L

Combined

16–23 MPG

Per year

$2,840–$4,080

Gas configurations (8)

2000 GMC Sonoma gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
Trim	Engine	Drive	City	Hwy	Comb.	$/yr
Sonoma 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient)	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	20	26	23	$2,840
Sonoma 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	19	25	22	$2,970
Sonoma 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	17	24	19	$3,440
Sonoma 2.2L 4-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	2.2L 4-cyl	RWD	17	23	19	$3,440
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Manual 5-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	RWD	16	21	18	$3,630
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl RWD Automatic 4-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	RWD	15	20	17	$3,840

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2000 GMC Sonoma gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+2)
Trim	Engine	Drive	City	Hwy	Comb.	$/yr
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	15	20	17	$3,840
Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd	4.3L 6-cyl	4WD	14	19	16	$4,080

Fuel cost by state

Yearly cost of the Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD: $5,920 in California and $3,800 in Texas, a $2,120 difference.

California $5,920
Washington $5,490
New York $4,360
Florida $4,120
Texas $3,800

Gasoline prices: California: California state average; Washington: Washington state average; New York: New York state average; Florida: Florida state average; Texas: Texas state average (Sep 2026).

Fuel cost in every state

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EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

Generations

2000-2004 (2nd gen)

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Frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2000-2004 GMC Sonoma get?

EPA rates the 2000-2004 GMC Sonoma at 14–23 MPG combined across 27 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2000 Sonoma 2.2L 4-cyl RWD, is rated 23 MPG (20 city, 26 highway).

Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2004 GMC Sonoma?

The Sonoma 2.2L 4-cyl RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 23 MPG, in 2000. The lowest top rating, 15 MPG, was in 2004.

Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2004 GMC Sonoma?

Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2004.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2004 GMC Sonoma per year?

Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD costs about $4,360 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $4,360 a year.

How much does it cost to drive a 2004 GMC Sonoma 100 miles?

About $29.07 per 100 miles for the Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD 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 2004 GMC Sonoma more efficient in the city or on the highway?

The Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD is rated 14 city and 18 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 4 MPG.

How does the 2004 GMC Sonoma compare with other standard pickup configurations?

The Sonoma 4.3L 6-cyl 4WD costs about $4,360 a year to fuel, $280 more than the class median of $4,080, and less than 2 of 10 standard pickup configurations. The comparison covers all 139 rated standard pickup configurations for MY2004, not weighted by sales.

Is the 2004 GMC Sonoma different from the 2003 model?

The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 15 MPG, down 7. Its annual cost goes from $2,970 to $4,360, $1,390 more. EPA lists 1 configuration for 2004 against 6 configurations for 2003. See the 2003 GMC Sonoma for that year.