2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 4WD (4.8L 8-cyl) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 4WD gets an EPA-estimated 12/16 MPG (city/highway) and 14 MPG combined, with an estimated $4,400/year fuel cost and 634.786 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 4.8 L 8-cyl.
The 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 4WD with the 4.8-liter 8-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 12 MPG in the city and 16 MPG on the highway, for a combined 14 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 4.8 L 8-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| MPG — city | 12 |
| MPG — highway | 16 |
| MPG — combined | 14 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $4,400 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 634.786 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 14 MPG, the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 4WD sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is roughly 19% thirstier than the typical Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD of its era (17 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $4,400 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 4WD. Over five years that is roughly $22,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 4WD emits approximately 634.786 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.