2001 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD (4.8L 8-cyl, Manual 5-spd) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD gets an EPA-estimated 14/19 MPG (city/highway) and 16 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,850/year fuel cost and 555.438 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 4.8 L 8-cyl.
The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD with the 4.8-liter 8-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 14 MPG in the city and 19 MPG on the highway, for a combined 16 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 4.8 L 8-cyl |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD |
| MPG — city | 14 |
| MPG — highway | 19 |
| MPG — combined | 16 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,850 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 555.438 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 16 MPG, the 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, 18 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,850 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD. Over five years that is roughly $19,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 2WD emits approximately 555.438 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.