1998 Chevrolet Tracker 4WD Hardtop (Automatic 4-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 4WD Hardtop gets an EPA-estimated 19/24 MPG (city/highway) and 21 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,950/year fuel cost and 423.19 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.6 L 4-cyl.
The 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 4WD Hardtop with the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 19 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway, for a combined 21 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 1.6 L 4-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD |
| MPG — city | 19 |
| MPG — highway | 24 |
| MPG — combined | 21 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $2,950 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 423.19 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 21 MPG, the 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 4WD Hardtop sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about 16% better than the typical Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD of its era (18 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $2,950 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 4WD Hardtop. Over five years that is roughly $14,750 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 4WD Hardtop emits approximately 423.19 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.