1988 GMC V15 Jimmy 4WD (6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 4-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1988 GMC V15 Jimmy 4WD gets an EPA-estimated 15/20 MPG (city/highway) and 17 MPG combined, with an estimated $4,700/year fuel cost and 598.824 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 6.2 L 8-cyl.
The 1988 GMC V15 Jimmy 4WD with the 6.2-liter 8-cylinder diesel engine returns an EPA-estimated 15 MPG in the city and 20 MPG on the highway, for a combined 17 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 6.2 L 8-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Vehicle class | Special Purpose Vehicles |
| MPG — city | 15 |
| MPG — highway | 20 |
| MPG — combined | 17 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $4,700 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 598.824 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 17 MPG, the 1988 GMC V15 Jimmy 4WD sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Special Purpose Vehicles, 17 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $4,700 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1988 GMC V15 Jimmy 4WD. Over five years that is roughly $23,500 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1988 GMC V15 Jimmy 4WD emits approximately 598.824 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.