2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo gets an EPA-estimated 10/15 MPG (city/highway) and 12 MPG combined, with an estimated $5,100/year fuel cost and 740 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 6 L 8-cyl.
The 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo with the 6-liter 8-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 10 MPG in the city and 15 MPG on the highway, for a combined 12 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 6 L 8-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Vans, Cargo Type |
| MPG — city | 10 |
| MPG — highway | 15 |
| MPG — combined | 12 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $5,100 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 740 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 1/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 12 MPG, the 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is roughly 17% thirstier than the typical Vans, Cargo Type of its era (14 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $5,100 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo. Over five years that is roughly $25,500 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2013 Chevrolet Express 2500 2WD Conversion Cargo emits approximately 740 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 1 out of 10. 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.