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1988 GMC S15 Pickup

US · Pickup · Small Pickup Trucks

The 1988 GMC S15 Pickup is listed in the US market as a pickup with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement2.5 L to 4.3 L
Cylinders4 to 6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km)
City15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
Highway22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 7, 2026.

    Data sources

    • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
    • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data

    Source checked: October 21, 2026

    Data verified: October 21, 2026

    Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 1988 GMC S15 Pickup have?

    Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 1988 GMC S15 Pickup?

    Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 1988 GMC S15 Pickup front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: RWD.

    Are there recalls for the 1988 GMC S15 Pickup?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 7, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.