Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2012 ChevroletSuburban 2500 2WD

Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD · Rear-Wheel Drive · 6.0 L 8-cyl

12MPGcombined

10city

16highway

A year of fuel$5,600

CO₂ from the tailpipe740.6 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 4,600 chevrolet cars

Combined MPG 12 MPGbest 48 · avg 19

Annual fuel cost $5,600best $650 · avg $3,905

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 2WD is a gasoline SUV with a 6.0 L 8-cylinder engine, rear-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The EPA class is Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD. Fuel economy is listed at 10 MPG city, 16 MPG highway and 12 MPG combined. The EPA annual fuel cost is $5,600, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 740.58 g per mile. These figures give shoppers comparing SUVs a direct view of the fuel use and emissions listed for this Suburban configuration. Its rear-wheel-drive layout and gasoline engine are important details to consider with the MPG ratings. The city and highway figures show the rated fuel economy across both settings, while the combined figure offers a single summary measure for evaluating running costs.

Who it is for

This Suburban may suit buyers seeking a gasoline SUV with rear-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The MPG ratings and annual fuel cost are important considerations for shoppers estimating fuel expenses.

What is good

Rear-wheel drive is listed.
Automatic 6-speed transmission.
16 MPG highway fuel economy.
EPA annual fuel cost is listed.

What to know first

10 MPG city fuel economy.
EPA annual fuel cost is $5,600.
Tailpipe CO2 is 740.58 g per mile.

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2012 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 2WD: the full review

The 12 MPG combined rating and EPA annual fuel cost of $5,600 are central considerations. Its rear-wheel-drive layout and 6.0 L 8-cylinder engine identify this specific configuration.

Overview

The 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 2WD is a gasoline-powered SUV with rear-wheel drive, a 6.0-liter eight-cylinder engine and a six-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA classification is Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD. EPA fuel economy is 10 mpg in city driving, 16 mpg on the highway and 12 mpg combined.

The official EPA annual fuel cost is $5,600. Tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions are listed at 740.58 grams per mile. These figures make fuel use and its associated operating cost central considerations for anyone comparing this Suburban with other vehicles.

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Key features

Powertrain and layout

6.0 L 8-cylinder gasoline engine
Automatic 6-speed transmission
Rear-wheel drive
SUV body style

Fuel economy and emissions

The EPA ratings are 10 mpg city, 16 mpg highway and 12 mpg combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $5,600, and tailpipe CO2 is 740.58 g per mile. Actual fuel expenses will depend on driving and fuel prices; the EPA annual-cost figure provides a standardized point of reference rather than a guaranteed bill.

Who it's for

This model may suit shoppers whose needs align with a rear-wheel-drive, gasoline SUV equipped with a V8 and automatic transmission. Buyers comparing ongoing costs should weigh the EPA's 12 mpg combined rating and $5,600 annual fuel-cost estimate carefully. The figures are also useful context for dealers, fleets and garages evaluating fuel consumption and emissions for this specific configuration.

EV shoppers can use the Suburban's fuel and emissions figures as a point of contrast when considering electric alternatives. Chevrolet's listed electric models include the 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD, 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD SS, 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV FWD, 2027 Chevrolet Blazer EV FWD 22 inch tire and 2027 Chevrolet BOLT. The available facts do not provide comparable operating-cost figures for those vehicles.

Pros and cons

Pros

A defined powertrain configuration: 6.0-liter V8, six-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive.
EPA city, highway and combined fuel economy figures are available for cost comparisons.

Cons

The EPA combined rating is 12 mpg, with a listed annual fuel cost of $5,600.
Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 740.58 g per mile.

Alternatives

For Chevrolet shoppers interested in other body styles, the linked range also includes the 2027 Chevrolet Corvette, 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport and 2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport X Hybrid. These are alternatives to consider by model, not direct equivalents to this SUV; the facts here do not establish their specifications or costs.

Verdict

The 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 2WD is defined here by its gasoline V8, rear-wheel-drive layout and automatic six-speed transmission. Its EPA ratings—10 mpg city, 16 mpg highway and 12 mpg combined—along with a $5,600 annual fuel-cost estimate and 740.58 g per mile of tailpipe CO2 give buyers concrete running-cost and emissions measures to consider. The available facts do not support conclusions about capacity, equipment, performance or purchase price.