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Chevrolet · model year 1999

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 2WD

SUV · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD

EPA figures · 1999fueleconomy.gov
14MPG combined
12/16MPG city / highway
$4,800fuel a year
635 g CO₂ per mile 5.7 L 8-cyl Automatic 4-spd
This car on fueleconomy.gov, read 2 October 2026. Your own figures depend on how and where you drive.

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The 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 2WD is a gasoline SUV with rear-wheel drive and an automatic 4-speed transmission. Its 5.7-liter 8-cylinder engine is paired with EPA fuel economy of 12 MPG in the city, 16 MPG on the highway and 14 MPG combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $4,800, and tailpipe CO2 is 634.79 grams per mile. Its EPA class is Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD. These figures give buyers a clear picture of its fuel use and emissions when comparing this Tahoe with other vehicles. The model is based on the Tahoe family, with the 1500 2WD designation identifying this configuration. Its gasoline powertrain and rear-wheel-drive layout are central details for anyone weighing fuel costs and drivetrain choice. The fuel economy figures are specific to this model year and configuration.

Good to know

  • Rear-wheel drive layout
  • Automatic 4-speed transmission
  • EPA city, highway and combined MPG listed

Watch for

  • 14 MPG combined
  • $4,800 annual fuel cost
  • 634.79 g/mile tailpipe CO2

Who it suits. It suits buyers looking for a gasoline SUV with rear-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Its fuel economy and annual fuel cost may help buyers assess expected running costs.

The Tahoe 1500 2WD's listed combined economy is 14 MPG, with an EPA annual fuel cost of $4,800. Its rear-wheel drive, 5.7-liter V8 and 634.79 g/mile tailpipe CO2 are important trade-offs to weigh.

Overview

The 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 2WD is a gasoline-powered SUV with rear-wheel drive and an automatic four-speed transmission. Its 5.7-liter, eight-cylinder engine pairs with EPA fuel economy ratings of 12 mpg in city driving, 16 mpg on the highway and 14 mpg combined.

The EPA lists annual fuel costs of $4,800 and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions of 634.79 grams per mile. Those figures offer a practical starting point for estimating fuel use and emissions; actual costs depend on driving and fuel prices.

Key features

  • Vehicle type: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
  • Powertrain: 5.7 L 8-cyl gasoline engine
  • Drive: Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Transmission: Automatic 4-spd
  • EPA fuel economy: 12 city / 16 highway / 14 combined MPG
  • Tailpipe CO2: 634.79 g per mile

Who it's for

This Tahoe is relevant to buyers comparing gasoline SUVs who want to weigh an older model's fuel economy against its other needs. The EPA figures point to substantial fuel use: the combined rating is 14 mpg, and the listed annual fuel cost is $4,800. Rear-wheel drive and the automatic four-speed transmission are useful points to consider when deciding whether this configuration suits your intended driving.

For shoppers also considering Chevrolet's current listed vehicles, the Chevrolet cars directory includes models with different powertrains. The Tahoe's figures provide a clear baseline for comparing fuel costs with alternatives, though the facts here do not establish how any vehicle performs in a particular use case.

Pros and cons

Pros

  • The EPA provides city, highway and combined MPG ratings, making fuel-economy comparisons straightforward.
  • The engine, drive layout and transmission are specified, so buyers can assess the Tahoe's basic powertrain configuration.

Cons

  • The 14 mpg combined rating and $4,800 annual fuel cost are important considerations for running-cost-conscious buyers.
  • Tailpipe emissions are listed at 634.79 grams of CO2 per mile.

Alternatives

Chevrolet's listed alternatives include the electric 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD, 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD SS, 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV FWD and 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV FWD 22 inch tire, as well as the 2027 Chevrolet BOLT. Other listed choices include the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette, 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport and 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport X Hybrid. The available facts do not provide comparable fuel economy, range or running-cost figures for these alternatives.

Verdict

The 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 1500 2WD is defined by a 5.7-liter V8 gasoline engine, rear-wheel drive and an automatic four-speed transmission. Its EPA ratings are 12 mpg city, 16 mpg highway and 14 mpg combined, with annual fuel cost listed at $4,800. Buyers weighing it against other vehicles should treat fuel use and tailpipe emissions as central considerations and compare the Tahoe's configuration with their own priorities.

Every figure on record

Efficiency
Combined MPG
14 MPG
City MPG
12 MPG
Highway MPG
16 MPG
Running cost
Annual fuel cost
$4,800
Tailpipe CO₂
635 g per mile
The car
Model year
1999
Body
SUV
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Powertrain
Engine
5.7 L 8-cyl
Transmission
Automatic 4-spd
Fuel
Gasoline

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