1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD MPG and Fuel Economy

On this page, you will find a complete guide to the miles per gallon and fuel efficiency data for the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD.

The 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD has 6 model options: Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L, Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L, Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L, Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L, Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L and Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L.

The 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Small Pickup Trucks car class.

The 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Small Pickup Trucks car class.

The 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L runs on premium gasoline and is in the Small Pickup Trucks car class.

The 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Small Pickup Trucks car class.

The 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L runs on premium gasoline and is in the Small Pickup Trucks car class.

The 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L runs on regular gasoline and is in the Small Pickup Trucks car class.

🛣 How Many Miles per Gallon (MPG) Does a 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Get?

Across all models, the combined average MPG for the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD is 19 miles per gallon.

The table below breaks down the MPG for each model option:

Model OptionCombined MPGCity MPGHighway MPG
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L191723
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L221926
Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L181522
Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L181622
Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L191623
Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L181622

💵 What is the Average Yearly Fuel Cost for a 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD?

The average fuel costs for all models of the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD is $3,525.

The average fuel costs have been estimated by government regulators based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.

Comparing a 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $6,125 more on fuel.

The table below shows the fuel costs and 5-year save/spend for each model option:

Model OptionFuel Cost5-Year Save/Spend
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L$3,300spend $5,000 more
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L$2,850spend $2,750 more
Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L$4,100spend $9,000 more
Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L$3,500spend $6,000 more
Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L$3,900spend $8,000 more
Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L$3,500spend $6,000 more

🛢 How Many Barrels of Petroleum Does a 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Consume?

Across all models, the average number barrels of petroleum that the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD will consume in one year is 16 barrels.

The majority of the world's petroleum is sourced from countries like Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, and the United States.

Model OptionBarrels
Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L16
Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L14
Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L17
Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L17
Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L16
Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L17

💨 How Many Grams of CO2 Does a 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Emit?

The 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD will emit an average of about -15,000 grams of CO2 per year.

🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 1 tree would be needed to offset emissions from the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD.

Overview

The tables below cover all of the miles per gallon, engine specifications, and emission details we have for the 6 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD model options.

Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Automatic 4-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L:

City MPG17
Highway MPG23
Combined MPG19
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $5,000
Fuel Cost$3,300
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum16
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2.2
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Vehicle ClassSmall Pickup Trucks
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Manual 5-spd 4-cyl, 2.2 L:

City MPG19
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG22
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $2,750
Fuel Cost$2,850
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum14
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders4
Displacement2.2
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassSmall Pickup Trucks
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L:

City MPG15
Highway MPG22
Combined MPG18
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $9,000
Fuel Cost$4,100
Fuel Type 1Premium
Barrels of Petroleum17
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders6
Displacement4.3
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Vehicle ClassSmall Pickup Trucks
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Automatic 4-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L:

City MPG16
Highway MPG22
Combined MPG18
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $6,000
Fuel Cost$3,500
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum17
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders6
Displacement4.3
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
Vehicle ClassSmall Pickup Trucks
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L:

City MPG16
Highway MPG23
Combined MPG19
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $8,000
Fuel Cost$3,900
Fuel Type 1Premium
Barrels of Petroleum16
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders6
Displacement4.3
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassSmall Pickup Trucks
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L

The table below contains all of the details we have for the 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD Manual 5-spd 6-cyl, 4.3 L:

City MPG16
Highway MPG22
Combined MPG18
Save/Spend vs Average CarSpend $6,000
Fuel Cost$3,500
Fuel Type 1Regular
Barrels of Petroleum17
Grams of CO2-15,000
Trees Needed to Offset-1
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Cylinders6
Displacement4.3
TransmissionManual 5-spd
Vehicle ClassSmall Pickup Trucks
Start/Stop?No
Supercharged?No
Turbocharged?No

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