The 2024 Chevrolet Camaro with the 3.6L V6 engine is expected to get 22 MPG combined. While this isn’t the best fuel economy, it’s not the main reason people buy a Camaro. Buyers want the iconic design, accessible performance, and the thrill of rear-wheel drive. Fuel economy is less important, a trade-off for the Camaro’s character.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates the 2024 Camaro 3.6L will achieve 18 MPG in city driving and 29 MPG on the highway. This shows the engine’s sensitivity to driving style. Stop-and-go traffic lowers the average, while consistent highway cruising allows the engine to operate more efficiently. The V6 Camaro’s highway MPG is an advantage for those who take long trips, making it a more reasonable daily driver than the V8 versions.

Annual fuel cost

The EPA estimates the annual fuel cost for the 2024 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L at $2,000. This is based on driving 15,000 miles per year with a mix of city and highway driving, and assumes national average fuel prices. Individual fuel costs will depend on local gas prices, driving habits, and how aggressively you accelerate. $2,000 per year is a useful benchmark for budgeting.

Real-world expectations

EPA ratings offer a standardized comparison, but real-world fuel economy often differs. Aggressive acceleration, hard braking, and extended idling, all common in a Camaro, will lower your MPG. Drivers who accelerate smoothly, anticipate traffic, and maintain consistent speeds may meet or exceed the EPA’s highway rating. Watch the instantaneous MPG display to see how driving affects fuel consumption.

How it compares

The Camaro’s 22 MPG combined places it in a specific competitive group. The Ford Mustang EcoBoost, a direct rival, gets a better 26 MPG combined. The Mustang EcoBoost and Camaro 3.6L appeal to different drivers, one focused on MPG and the other on a V6 engine. The Dodge Challenger, larger and heavier, gets similar fuel economy with its base V6, at 23 MPG combined. Upgrading to the Camaro’s V8 options reduces fuel economy, typically to the mid-teens in combined driving. If fuel economy is a consideration, the V6 is the clear choice, though some prefer the V8 engines. See CAMARO MPG across all years for more information.

Tips to maximize efficiency

Keep your tires properly inflated, as this impacts rolling resistance. Check your tire pressure monthly, matching the specifications on the driver’s side doorjamb. Underinflated tires increase drag and reduce fuel economy.

Avoid unnecessary idling. Modern engines restart easily without wear. If you’ll be stopped for more than a minute, turn off the engine. This saves fuel, especially in city driving.

Use cruise control on the highway when possible. Maintaining a steady speed minimizes acceleration and deceleration, which waste fuel. The Camaro’s automatic transmission selects the most efficient gear for the speed, improving fuel consumption.

Use a lighter touch on the accelerator. The Camaro’s V6 has enough power for everyday driving, so you don’t always need to use its full potential. Smooth acceleration improves efficiency. All Chevrolet fuel economy data is available here.

Reduce aerodynamic drag by removing items from the car’s exterior. Roof racks, cargo carriers, and open windows at highway speeds increase wind resistance and reduce fuel economy. Streamlining the car’s shape makes it more aerodynamic.