2026 GMC Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode (5.3L 8-cyl) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2026 GMC Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode gets an EPA-estimated 16/21 MPG (city/highway) and 18 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,400/year fuel cost and 495 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 5.3 L 8-cyl.
The 2026 GMC Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode with the 5.3-liter 8-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 16 MPG in the city and 21 MPG on the highway, for a combined 18 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 5.3 L 8-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 10-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD |
| MPG — city | 16 |
| MPG — highway | 21 |
| MPG — combined | 18 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,400 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 495 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | 3/10 |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 18 MPG, the 2026 GMC Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode 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 $3,400 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2026 GMC Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode. Over five years that is roughly $17,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2026 GMC Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode emits approximately 495 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 3 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.