1998 Chevrolet Blazer MPG
EPA-rated · verified snapshot 2026-08-30 · Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
The 1998 Chevrolet Blazer gets 18 MPG combined — 16 city and 21 highway — in its most efficient configuration (4.3L · 6-cyl · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive).
City16 MPG
Highway21 MPG
$3,400Fuel cost / yr (EPA est.)
494 g/miCO₂
RegularFuel
$-6,0005-yr fuel cost vs. average vehicle
Where it sits among sedans (1998)
Compared with the 1997 model, the 1998 Blazer is -1 MPG worse at its best.
Every 1998 Blazer trim
| Configuration | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L · 6-cyl · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,400 |
| 4.3L · 6-cyl · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | $3,850 |
| 4.3L · 6-cyl · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | $3,850 |
| 4.3L · 6-cyl · Manual 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | $3,850 |
| 4.3L · 6-cyl · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | $3,850 |
FAQ
Does the 1998 Blazer get good gas mileage for its class?
The 1998 Blazer's 18 MPG combined is below the sedans average of 18.7 MPG for 1998.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1998 Blazer per year?
Based on EPA assumptions (15,000 miles/year), estimated annual fuel cost is $3,400 for the most efficient trim.
What is the city and highway MPG of the 1998 Blazer?
The most efficient trim is rated 16 MPG city and 21 MPG highway.