Chevrolet Tahoe MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Chevrolet Tahoe MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 1995 to 2027.
Tahoe MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 186 configurations of the Tahoe across gas, hybrid and diesel versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tahoe 2WDDiesel | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 22 | 26 | 24 | View |
| Tahoe 4WDDiesel | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | View |
| Tahoe 2WDPremium Gasoline | 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | View |
| Tahoe 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | View |
| Tahoe 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | View |
| Tahoe 4WDPremium Gasoline | 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 16 | View |
Tahoe MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Tahoe configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Tahoe Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Tahoe.
- 2008: The first hybrid Tahoe shows up in the EPA data. Its 21 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 17 MPG.
- 2021: The top combined rating rises to 24 MPG, up from 18 MPG the year before.
How the Tahoe Compares
The EPA rated 55 full-size SUVs for 2026. The best Tahoe version, at 24 MPG combined, ties for 9th with 3 other models of 55. Combined ratings in the class run from 14 to 37 MPG, with a median of 21. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeep Cherokee | 37 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota Grand Highlander | 36 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Highlander | 35 MPG |
| 4 | Hyundai Palisade | 34 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus TX | 27 MPG |
| 9 | Chevrolet Tahoe | 24 MPG |
What Does a Tahoe Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Tahoe, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Tahoe MPG Questions
Which Tahoe year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2021 to 2024 Tahoe 2WD holds the top EPA rating at 24 MPG combined (21 city, 28 highway). Among 2026 models, the Tahoe 2WD is rated at 24 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Tahoe?
The 2021 to 2024 Tahoe 2WD with the 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel and rear-wheel drive is rated at 24 MPG combined (21 city, 28 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Tahoe?
Yes. The 2026 Tahoe lineup includes 4 gas-only versions, rated 16 to 17 MPG combined.
Does four-wheel drive hurt Tahoe fuel economy?
Not by much. On the 2027 Tahoe, the best rear-wheel drive version is rated at 17 MPG combined and the best four-wheel drive version at 17 MPG.
Why doesn't my Tahoe match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Every figure on this page comes from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, pulled together by Cedrick Reese. The file lists 186 ratings for the Chevrolet Tahoe from 1995 to 2027. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov