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2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 15–16 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, MY2004. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada at a glance
The 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada covers 3 model years in the EPA database (6 configurations in all), rated 15–16 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2004, costs about $4,080 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD (16 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2003 and 2004.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada by model year
What the 2004 Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$340
$4,080 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.80
Per 100 miles
$27.20
Five years
$20,400
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
Same
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 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
2003 Oldsmobile Bravada MPG
15–16 MPG · $4,080–$4,360/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 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,360 |
2002 Oldsmobile Bravada MPG
16 MPG · $4,080/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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD (Most efficient) | 4.2L 6-cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,080 |
| Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl 4WD | 4.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,080 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD: $5,550 in California and $3,560 in Texas, a $1,990 difference.
- California $5,550
- Washington $5,150
- New York $4,080
- Florida $3,860
- Texas $3,560
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2004 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2001 (2nd gen)
- 2002-2004 (3rd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada get?
EPA rates the 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada at 15–16 MPG combined across 6 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2004 Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD, is rated 16 MPG (14 city, 19 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada?
Every model year of the 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada tops out at 16 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2003 and 2004.
How does the 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2001 Oldsmobile Bravada) is rated 15–16 MPG combined and costs $4,080–$4,360 a year to fuel; the 2002-2004 model is rated 15–16 MPG and costs $4,080–$4,360 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD costs about $4,080 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $4,080 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada 100 miles?
About $27.20 per 100 miles for the Bravada 4.2L 6-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 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD is rated 14 city and 19 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Bravada 4.2L 6-cyl RWD costs about $4,080 a year to fuel, the same as the class median of $4,080, and less than 5 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 254 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2004, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada different from the 2003 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,080. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2004 against 2 configurations for 2003. See the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada for that year.