How many miles per gallon does a 2011 Chevy 3500 get?
The mileage of a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD varies widely based on engine, drivetrain, and body configuration. In general, gasoline-powered 3500HDs with the 6.0-liter V8 run roughly in the low-to-mid teens for combined mileage, while diesel-powered Duramax 6.6L models tend to achieve higher combined figures. For exact numbers, check the EPA estimates for your specific configuration on fueleconomy.gov.
Engine options and mpg ranges
The following figures reflect typical EPA estimates for common 2011 Silverado 3500HD configurations. Actual mileage varies with payload, towing, terrain, and driving habits.
Gasoline engine: 6.0L V8
- 2WD, Regular Cab: City 11–12 mpg, Highway 18–19 mpg, Combined around 14–15 mpg
- 2WD, Crew Cab: City 11–12 mpg, Highway 17–18 mpg, Combined around 14–15 mpg
- 4WD, Regular Cab: City 11–12 mpg, Highway 16–17 mpg, Combined around 14–15 mpg
- 4WD, Crew Cab: City 11–12 mpg, Highway 16–17 mpg, Combined around 14–15 mpg
Gasoline-powered configurations of the 2011 Silverado 3500HD generally fall in the mid-teens for combined fuel economy, with 4WD and larger crew-cab setups tending to push the highway numbers down slightly.
Diesel engine: 6.6L Duramax Turbo Diesel
- 2WD, Regular Cab: City 11–12 mpg, Highway 19–20 mpg, Combined around 15–17 mpg
- 2WD, Crew Cab: City 12 mpg, Highway 19–20 mpg, Combined around 16–17 mpg
- 4WD, Regular Cab: City 11–12 mpg, Highway 18–19 mpg, Combined around 15–17 mpg
- 4WD, Crew Cab: City 11–12 mpg, Highway 18–19 mpg, Combined around 15–17 mpg
Duramax-equipped configurations typically yield higher highway mileage and better overall efficiency than their gasoline counterparts, particularly on two-wheel-drive layouts. Payload and towing loads can still affect real-world figures significantly.
Summary
In brief, the 2011 Silverado 3500HD’s MPG ranges depend on the powerplant and drivetrain. Gas (6.0L V8) configurations usually deliver roughly 14–15 mpg combined, while Duramax diesel (6.6L) variants commonly reach about 15–17 mpg combined, with better highway performance on 2WD versions. For configuration-specific numbers, consult fueleconomy.gov or the EPA window sticker for the exact build you’re considering.
