blazer mileage

MX_Racer32 · 08-15-2005, 11:11 PM

i searched and couldnt come up with much, im just wondering what the x blazer's get (approx) mileage wise? im getting pretty good gas mileage now but have been thinking of getting a blazer latley...

WhyMe · 08-16-2005, 01:30 AM

Well I have been getting 21 with my 5spd. But usually it is between 18 and 22.

GeorgesBlazah · 08-16-2005, 11:12 AM

im lucky if i get 16 :P

SteveI · 08-16-2005, 04:16 PM

I agree with George. A 2wd will do better though. With my 4-door 4x4 I get around 15 in town and 18-19 on the highway. I also drive fast always. I made a 750 mile round trip to central Missouri 2 weeks ago and managed 18.6 overall. That's running 75-80 (couple blasts over 90) with AC on and temps over 100 (It was 105 when I left to drive back).

My S10 was a 4.3 5spd ZQ8 and I could easily do over 21mpg even running fast with AC on.

adaman04 · 08-16-2005, 06:29 PM

I got 21.87 mpg in my 4x4 Jimmy yesterday on a 320 mile trip. I was surprised.

MX_Racer32 · 08-16-2005, 07:27 PM

ouch, not what i was wanting to hear. thanks guys..

SteveI · 08-17-2005, 10:31 AM

If you want good mileage you might want to look at 4 banger rice burners instead of SUVs. The term "SUV" and "Economy" don't go together.

MX_Racer32 · 08-17-2005, 09:23 PM

Quote:

If you want good mileage you might want to look at 4 banger rice burners instead of SUVs. The term "SUV" and "Economy" don't go together.

thanks captain obvious, lol. nah my dad had a fullsize silverado (2001) that had the 4.3 and a 5 speed behind it, yea it was a fullsize with a 6 cyl but it got like 23-25mpg so i was thinking that the full size silverado and the blazer was about the same weight, so i was thinking same mileage, but i was wrong. i get like 32mpg now in my 2.2, and i cant see myself cutting that in half and spending twice as much on gas, especially at 2.60 a gallon for low grade. im lookin at ext cab and quad cab tacos now, oh well. we will all be riding liquor cycles and bicycles before long.

BAKO_BLZR · 08-18-2005, 12:10 AM

most blazers are horrid on gas, especially mine, i'm lucky to get 15mpg.

the_dubster98 · 08-18-2005, 01:56 AM

yeah, my S-10 with the V8 used to get better gas milage till i put the 3:73's in it. now it swallows the gas.. but the jimmy on the other hand has always swallowed the gas like mad.. but the four wheel sure is nice when we get them new england winter storms.

Vsandme · 08-18-2005, 06:22 PM

I make 17 highway...2wd Jimmy :-\

2000_Diamond · 08-18-2005, 11:27 PM

Was getting around 17, tuned it up and its up to about 19.5 so far. 2000 Jimmy 4x4

SteveI · 08-18-2005, 11:33 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by 2000_Diamond

Was getting around 17, tuned it up and its up to about 19.5 so far. 2000 Jimmy 4x4

How many miles on yours?

2000_Diamond · 08-19-2005, 08:48 AM

68,000 Thats an average of just driving to work for a few days with about 20 redlights in a 20 mile stretch. I know my highway is about 21-22 last time i was on a long drive.

SteveI · 08-19-2005, 10:24 AM

Interesting. Did it need a tune up? I've got almost 82k on mine and I've never tuned it up. It starts instantly, and I mean instant! Doesn't even crank even after being parked a week or more! Because it starts and runs so good I've kinda avoided doing a tune-up for fear it might not run as well!

How do you get such good highway mileage? My problem is I drive fast and run the AC most of the time.

wu501 · 08-19-2005, 10:38 AM

ya, 18 mpg is just about right....and thats driving conservatively...lol.

Brandon615 · 08-19-2005, 05:51 PM

I get about 18.5-19.5mpg and that is with using the A/C all the time. I have a '99 5 speed Blazer.

2000_Diamond · 08-24-2005, 09:47 AM

it just got new plugs, new mobile 1 super syn oil with mobile 1 filter, cleaned the MAF and the K&N cone filter, it made a huge difference, oh and also seafoamed it. I drive fast too, but i have been trying to keep it down to save the gas, having that trip computer that shows instant mileage really helps.

Derrick824 · 08-27-2005, 07:07 PM

'01 2dr 2wd Blazer auto 3.42 gears = 19mpg w/ a mix of city/highway driving.

BLAZ1N · 08-29-2005, 11:48 PM

im in the 16-22 mpg ranges

usually around 18

twodoorblazer · 08-30-2005, 11:58 PM

former 99 2 door 4x4 w/60k miles. Overall combined mix I usually got 17-19.

SteveI · 08-31-2005, 12:06 AM

My Bonneville just got almost 30 driving out here to Wisconsin. I think for now, the Jimmy is going to sit!

twodoorblazer · 08-31-2005, 12:10 AM

those 3800's are great reliable pushrod power plants..... sad to see GM phasing them out

SteveI · 08-31-2005, 12:21 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by twodoorblazer

those 3800's are great reliable pushrod power plants..... sad to see GM phasing them out

This is my 3rd one. I'm glad I didn't get the Supercharged one this time since premium fuel is so much $$$$ right now.

StripClubBoy · 08-31-2005, 11:08 AM

I usually average about 20, on the highway around 25 but i've seen up to 27 highway.

twodoorblazer · 08-31-2005, 07:34 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by StripClubBoy

I usually average about 20, on the highway around 25 but i've seen up to 27 highway.

25mpg HWY consistently and up to 27mpg in a 4x4 blazer?

twodoorblazer · 08-31-2005, 07:36 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by SteveI

This is my 3rd one. I'm glad I didn't get the Supercharged one this time since premium fuel is so much $$$$ right now.

yeah, but those eaton boosted 3800's sure move........... too bad gas went up again today.......

MX_Racer32 · 08-31-2005, 08:39 PM

ok guys, thanks for the info, but @ 4.00\gal im sticking with my 2.2 that gets 35+mpg...lol sorry blazer.

Brandon615 · 08-31-2005, 10:07 PM

Quick question, but have any of you with stock Blazer's upgraded your exhaust and got any better gas mileage?

BAKO_BLZR · 08-31-2005, 10:11 PM

what's a stock blazer?

Brandon615 · 08-31-2005, 11:45 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by xman

what's a stock blazer?

meaning no engine mods

blazercrazed · 09-05-2005, 07:07 PM

I usually average 23 MPG's w/ my 98 4X4, its stock. No engine or exhaust mods.

SteveI · 09-05-2005, 07:34 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by blazercrazed

I usually average 23 MPG's w/ my 98 4X4, its stock. No engine or exhaust mods.

That's amazing! What's your secret, never go over 55mph and drive only highway?

HawkZ28 · 09-06-2005, 12:34 PM

233k and counting on mine, and I knock down 22-26, depending on the speed...and mines all stock

.....at 75+, it's 19-22, at 75 and below, it's 22-26...guess which speeds I've been driving lately.

I have a 104 mile round trip commute, if all I do is go to the office and nothing else.

Importpatrolws6 · 09-13-2005, 12:50 PM

I need to do a tune up on my shit, I only get about 10mpg, (and thats mixed highway and city)

twodoorblazer · 09-13-2005, 07:39 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Importpatrolws6

I need to do a tune up on my shit, I only get about 10mpg, (and thats mixed highway and city)

either you are driving a garbage or dump truck or are not the best at math

(just kidding)

Seriously though, that is bad.....obviously running too rich.....

Importpatrolws6 · 09-13-2005, 09:19 PM

ya, but I got the beast running 11.20 in the 1/4 mile, and it does not have the 4.3 anymore, it has an Ls1 cammed and a bunch more goodies

JupiterAK · 09-13-2005, 10:45 PM

16.5 city and 18.5 hwy on a 96' Blazer 4.3L 4X4 with 86K miles on it.

twodoorblazer · 09-13-2005, 11:35 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Importpatrolws6

ya, but I got the beast running 11.20 in the 1/4 mile, and it does not have the 4.3 anymore, it has an Ls1 cammed and a bunch more goodies

large small block with a heavy foot= crappy gas mileage?

Importpatrolws6 · 09-14-2005, 12:12 AM

Rob454 · 09-30-2005, 08:38 PM

I get abotu 20-21 on a 95 2wd Jimmy with the ac on all day

the_dubster98 · 09-30-2005, 10:39 PM

19mpg as of todays fill up.. havent done any tune up or nothing yet.. maybe one day.. million miles on the plugs right.. lol.. jk

08-15-2005, 11:11 PM	#1
MX_Racer32 SOLD Age: 25 Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 7,550 Location: Charlotte User is: OffLine	blazer mileage i searched and couldnt come up with much, im just wondering what the x blazer's get (approx) mileage wise? im getting pretty good gas mileage now but have been thinking of getting a blazer latley...
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08-16-2005, 01:30 AM	#2
WhyMe Registered User Age: 26 Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 112 Location: Milwaukee, WI User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Well I have been getting 21 with my 5spd. But usually it is between 18 and 22.
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08-16-2005, 11:12 AM	#3
GeorgesBlazah Slap my meat on your pita Age: 24 Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 7,215 Location: south jersey User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage im lucky if i get 16 :P
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08-16-2005, 04:16 PM	#4
SteveI Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,184 Location: Omaha, NE User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage I agree with George. A 2wd will do better though. With my 4-door 4x4 I get around 15 in town and 18-19 on the highway. I also drive fast always. I made a 750 mile round trip to central Missouri 2 weeks ago and managed 18.6 overall. That's running 75-80 (couple blasts over 90) with AC on and temps over 100 (It was 105 when I left to drive back). My S10 was a 4.3 5spd ZQ8 and I could easily do over 21mpg even running fast with AC on.
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08-16-2005, 06:29 PM	#5
adaman04 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 902 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage I got 21.87 mpg in my 4x4 Jimmy yesterday on a 320 mile trip. I was surprised.
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08-16-2005, 07:27 PM	#6
MX_Racer32 SOLD Age: 25 Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 7,550 Location: Charlotte User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage ouch, not what i was wanting to hear. thanks guys..
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08-17-2005, 10:31 AM	#7
SteveI Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,184 Location: Omaha, NE User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage If you want good mileage you might want to look at 4 banger rice burners instead of SUVs. The term "SUV" and "Economy" don't go together.
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08-17-2005, 09:23 PM	#8
MX_Racer32 SOLD Age: 25 Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 7,550 Location: Charlotte User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Quote: If you want good mileage you might want to look at 4 banger rice burners instead of SUVs. The term "SUV" and "Economy" don't go together. thanks captain obvious, lol. nah my dad had a fullsize silverado (2001) that had the 4.3 and a 5 speed behind it, yea it was a fullsize with a 6 cyl but it got like 23-25mpg so i was thinking that the full size silverado and the blazer was about the same weight, so i was thinking same mileage, but i was wrong. i get like 32mpg now in my 2.2, and i cant see myself cutting that in half and spending twice as much on gas, especially at 2.60 a gallon for low grade. im lookin at ext cab and quad cab tacos now, oh well. we will all be riding liquor cycles and bicycles before long.
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08-18-2005, 12:10 AM	#9
BAKO_BLZR De-Xtremed Age: 29 Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 2,377 Location: Bakersfield CA User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage most blazers are horrid on gas, especially mine, i'm lucky to get 15mpg.
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08-18-2005, 01:56 AM	#10
the_dubster98 V8 Member Age: 30 Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 2,808 Location: Rhode Island User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage yeah, my S-10 with the V8 used to get better gas milage till i put the 3:73's in it. now it swallows the gas.. but the jimmy on the other hand has always swallowed the gas like mad.. but the four wheel sure is nice when we get them new england winter storms.
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08-18-2005, 06:22 PM	#11
Vsandme Registered User Age: 22 Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 316 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage I make 17 highway...2wd Jimmy :-\
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08-18-2005, 11:27 PM	#12
2000_Diamond Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 164 Location: Steeler Country User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Was getting around 17, tuned it up and its up to about 19.5 so far. 2000 Jimmy 4x4
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08-18-2005, 11:33 PM	#13
SteveI Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,184 Location: Omaha, NE User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Quote: Originally Posted by 2000_Diamond Was getting around 17, tuned it up and its up to about 19.5 so far. 2000 Jimmy 4x4 How many miles on yours?
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08-19-2005, 08:48 AM	#14
2000_Diamond Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 164 Location: Steeler Country User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage 68,000 Thats an average of just driving to work for a few days with about 20 redlights in a 20 mile stretch. I know my highway is about 21-22 last time i was on a long drive.
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08-19-2005, 10:24 AM	#15
SteveI Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,184 Location: Omaha, NE User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Interesting. Did it need a tune up? I've got almost 82k on mine and I've never tuned it up. It starts instantly, and I mean instant! Doesn't even crank even after being parked a week or more! Because it starts and runs so good I've kinda avoided doing a tune-up for fear it might not run as well! How do you get such good highway mileage? My problem is I drive fast and run the AC most of the time.
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08-19-2005, 10:38 AM	#16
wu501 work in progress Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 2,628 Location: Long Island User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage ya, 18 mpg is just about right....and thats driving conservatively...lol.
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08-19-2005, 05:51 PM	#17
Brandon615 Z-34.com Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 1,078 Location: Florida User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage I get about 18.5-19.5mpg and that is with using the A/C all the time. I have a '99 5 speed Blazer.
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08-24-2005, 09:47 AM	#18
2000_Diamond Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 164 Location: Steeler Country User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage it just got new plugs, new mobile 1 super syn oil with mobile 1 filter, cleaned the MAF and the K&N cone filter, it made a huge difference, oh and also seafoamed it. I drive fast too, but i have been trying to keep it down to save the gas, having that trip computer that shows instant mileage really helps.
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08-27-2005, 07:07 PM	#19
Derrick824 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 1,164 Location: Sumter, SC User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage '01 2dr 2wd Blazer auto 3.42 gears = 19mpg w/ a mix of city/highway driving.
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08-29-2005, 11:48 PM	#20
BLAZ1N I'm probably drunk. Age: 25 Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 8,651 Location: Miami Beach, FL User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage im in the 16-22 mpg ranges usually around 18
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08-30-2005, 11:58 PM	#21
twodoorblazer CHANGE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 962 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage former 99 2 door 4x4 w/60k miles. Overall combined mix I usually got 17-19.
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08-31-2005, 12:06 AM	#22
SteveI Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,184 Location: Omaha, NE User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage My Bonneville just got almost 30 driving out here to Wisconsin. I think for now, the Jimmy is going to sit!
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08-31-2005, 12:10 AM	#23
twodoorblazer CHANGE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 962 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage those 3800's are great reliable pushrod power plants..... sad to see GM phasing them out
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08-31-2005, 12:21 AM	#24
SteveI Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,184 Location: Omaha, NE User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Quote: Originally Posted by twodoorblazer those 3800's are great reliable pushrod power plants..... sad to see GM phasing them out This is my 3rd one. I'm glad I didn't get the Supercharged one this time since premium fuel is so much $$$$ right now.
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08-31-2005, 11:08 AM	#25
StripClubBoy The Spirit Of The Wild Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 47 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage I usually average about 20, on the highway around 25 but i've seen up to 27 highway.
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08-31-2005, 07:34 PM	#26
twodoorblazer CHANGE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 962 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Quote: Originally Posted by StripClubBoy I usually average about 20, on the highway around 25 but i've seen up to 27 highway. 25mpg HWY consistently and up to 27mpg in a 4x4 blazer?
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08-31-2005, 07:36 PM	#27
twodoorblazer CHANGE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 962 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Quote: Originally Posted by SteveI This is my 3rd one. I'm glad I didn't get the Supercharged one this time since premium fuel is so much $$$$ right now. yeah, but those eaton boosted 3800's sure move........... too bad gas went up again today.......
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08-31-2005, 08:39 PM	#28
MX_Racer32 SOLD Age: 25 Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 7,550 Location: Charlotte User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage ok guys, thanks for the info, but @ 4.00\gal im sticking with my 2.2 that gets 35+mpg...lol sorry blazer.
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08-31-2005, 10:07 PM	#29
Brandon615 Z-34.com Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 1,078 Location: Florida User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Quick question, but have any of you with stock Blazer's upgraded your exhaust and got any better gas mileage?
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08-31-2005, 10:11 PM	#30
BAKO_BLZR De-Xtremed Age: 29 Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 2,377 Location: Bakersfield CA User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage what's a stock blazer?
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08-31-2005, 11:45 PM	#31
Brandon615 Z-34.com Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 1,078 Location: Florida User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Quote: Originally Posted by xman what's a stock blazer? meaning no engine mods
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09-05-2005, 07:07 PM	#32
blazercrazed GMC - Professional Grade Age: 20 Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 160 Location: Upstate NY User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage I usually average 23 MPG's w/ my 98 4X4, its stock. No engine or exhaust mods.
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09-05-2005, 07:34 PM	#33
SteveI Registered User Age: 33 Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 1,184 Location: Omaha, NE User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage Quote: Originally Posted by blazercrazed I usually average 23 MPG's w/ my 98 4X4, its stock. No engine or exhaust mods. That's amazing! What's your secret, never go over 55mph and drive only highway?
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09-06-2005, 12:34 PM	#34
HawkZ28 Sheltered Life Age: 31 Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 12 Location: Lincoln, NE User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage 233k and counting on mine, and I knock down 22-26, depending on the speed...and mines all stock .....at 75+, it's 19-22, at 75 and below, it's 22-26...guess which speeds I've been driving lately. I have a 104 mile round trip commute, if all I do is go to the office and nothing else. Last edited by HawkZ28 : 09-06-2005 at 12:35 PM. Reason: typo on speed
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09-13-2005, 12:50 PM	#35
Importpatrolws6 Registered User Age: 26 Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 51 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: blazer mileage I need to do a tune up on my shit, I only get about 10mpg, (and thats mixed highway and city)
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