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How many MPG does an LB7 Duramax get?

How many MPG does an LB7 Duramax get?

LB7 Duramax Mileage In the city, LB7 drivers can expect 17 to 18 mpg, though figures might vary as low as 15 or higher than 20 mpg depending on your driving style. Highway figures may come in as low as 17 mpg, but land between 19 and 21 mpg at interstate speeds.

What year Duramax has the best mpg?

#1 – Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD

Year Average Miles Per Gallon
2014 14.3 MPG
2016 14.3 MPG
2018 13.8 MPG
2020 13.1 MPG

How can I get better gas mileage in my LB7?

General Tips for Better MPG

  1. Don’t let your truck idle for long periods of time if you can help it. Idling burns a lot of fuel and your gas mileage will take a hit.
  2. Don’t be heavy on the gas.
  3. Watch your tire pressure.
  4. Service and maintain your Duramax truck regularly.

Is the 2.8 L Duramax a good engine?

The 2.8L Duramax in the Colorado and Canyon is a great engine! Overall they are great trucks! They get even better once you fix the biggest complaint about them: the Dead Pedal. The dead pedal delivers less power than the driver anticipates.

What 1 ton truck gets the best MPG?

The most fuel-efficient new pickup truck you can buy is a full-size, diesel-powered Chevy Silverado 1500. This light-duty truck uses the same 3.0-liter turbodiesel inline-six that’s optional on the GMC Sierra, but it manages to eke out an extra 1 mpg combined, for 27 mpg.

How long will the 2.8 L Duramax last?

How many miles will a 2.8 Duramax last? Diesel engines are known to last longer than gas engines, plus Duramax is one of the most reliable diesel engines on the market. You can expect to go as far as anywhere between 400,000 to 500,000 miles.

Does the 2.8 Duramax have a timing belt?

If you purchased a new 2.8L Duramax, you can follow GM’s recommended maintenance intervals. There are two different service schedules you can follow though….Normal Operating Conditions – LWN.

Maintenance/Service Miles Kilometers
Replace Engine Timing Belt 150,000 miles 240,000 Km

How long does LB7 last?

As we said earlier, the LB7 powered HD Sierras and Silverado’s are very reliable, and many you’ll find on the market have well over 300,000 miles on the original engine.