- Newest year: 2013
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2011-2013 VPG MV-1 MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 15 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
2011-2013 VPG MV-1 at a glance
The 2011-2013 VPG MV-1 covers 3 model years in the EPA database (5 configurations in all), rated 15 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2013, costs about $4,320 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the MV-1 4.6L 8-cyl RWD (15 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and natural gas. EPA changed the ratings in 2012 and 2013.
2011-2013 VPG MV-1 by model year
What the 2013 MV-1 4.6L 8-cyl RWD costs to drive
Per month
$360
$4,320 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$7.20
Per 100 miles
$28.80
Five years
$21,600
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 VPG MV-1 MPG
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $4,490 to $4,320, $170 less.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MV-1 (Most efficient) | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,320 |
2012 VPG MV-1 MPG
15 MPG, 13 MPGe · $4,490/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,490.
No fuel cost is shown for this fuel.
See natural gas configurationsGas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MV-1 (Most efficient) | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,490 |
Natural gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. MPGe | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNG (Most efficient) | RWD | 11 | 16 | 13 | — |
No fuel cost is shown: there is no comparable official retail price series for natural gas.
2011 VPG MV-1 MPG
15 MPG, 13 MPGe · $4,490/yr
No fuel cost is shown for this fuel.
See natural gas configurationsGas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MV-1 (Most efficient) | 4.6L 8-cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,490 |
Natural gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. MPGe | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNG (Most efficient) | RWD | 11 | 16 | 13 | — |
No fuel cost is shown: there is no comparable official retail price series for natural gas.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the MV-1 4.6L 8-cyl RWD: $5,880 in California and $3,770 in Texas, a $2,110 difference.
- California $5,880
- Washington $5,450
- New York $4,320
- Florida $4,080
- Texas $3,770
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2013 special-purpose vehicle models.
Generations
- 2011-2013
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2011-2013 VPG MV-1 get?
EPA rates the 2011-2013 VPG MV-1 at 15 MPG combined across 5 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2013 MV-1 4.6L 8-cyl RWD, is rated 15 MPG (13 city, 18 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 15 MPG; Natural gas: 13 MPGe.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2011-2013 VPG MV-1?
Every model year of the 2011-2013 VPG MV-1 tops out at 15 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2011-2013 VPG MV-1?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2012 and 2013.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 VPG MV-1 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the MV-1 4.6L 8-cyl RWD costs about $4,320 a year. Across all 1 configuration the cost runs $4,320 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2013 VPG MV-1 100 miles?
About $28.80 per 100 miles for the MV-1 4.6L 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 2013 VPG MV-1 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The MV-1 4.6L 8-cyl RWD is rated 13 city and 18 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
Is the 2013 VPG MV-1 different from the 2012 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $4,490 to $4,320, $170 less. EPA lists 1 configuration for 2013 against 2 configurations for 2012. See the 2012 VPG MV-1 for that year.