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Mercedes-Benz C-Class MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
28 model years · 2000–2027
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Mercedes-Benz C-Class fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Mercedes-Benz C-Class for 28 model years, 2000 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 15–30 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 2 configurations rated 27–29 MPG combined and costing $2,770–$2,970 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2000 is the 2024 C300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, at 30 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations. EPA ratings go back to 1984: the earliest rating on this page is 22 MPG in 1994.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2027* (W206) Generation page | ||||
| 2027 (partial) | — | 27–29 | — | $2,770–$2,970 |
| 2026 | — | 22–29 | — | $2,770–$3,690 |
| 2025 | — | 22–29 | 20 | $2,760–$3,690 |
| 2024 | — | 23–30 | — | $2,700–$3,510 |
| 2023 | 19–25 | 22–29 | — | $2,790–$4,190 |
| 2022 | 22–25 | 27–29 | — | $2,770–$3,680 |
| 2015-2021 (W205) Generation page | ||||
| 2021 | 20–27 | — | — | $2,930–$4,080 |
| 2020 | 20–28 | — | — | $2,870–$4,080 |
| 2019 | 20–27 | — | — | $3,000–$4,080 |
| 2018 | 19–27 | — | 30 | $2,380–$4,250 |
| 2017 | 19–28 | — | 30 | $2,380–$4,250 |
| 2016 | 20–28 | — | 30 | $2,380–$3,980 |
| 2015 | 15–28 | — | — | $2,890–$5,190 |
| 2008-2014 (W204) Generation page | ||||
| 2014 | 15–25 | — | — | $3,220–$5,190 |
| 2013 | 15–25 | — | — | $3,220–$5,200 |
| 2012 | 15–25 | — | — | $3,270–$5,200 |
| 2011 | 15–21 | — | — | $3,850–$5,350 |
| 2010 | 15–21 | — | — | $3,830–$5,360 |
| 2009 | 15–21 | — | — | $3,830–$5,360 |
| 2008 | 15–21 | — | — | $3,830–$5,360 |
| 2001-2007 (W203) Generation page | ||||
| 2007 | 19–22 | — | — | $3,650–$4,230 |
| 2006 | 17–22 | — | — | $3,650–$4,730 |
| 2005 | 16–24 | — | — | $3,350–$5,020 |
| 2004 | 16–23 | — | — | $3,490–$5,020 |
| 2003 | 17–24 | — | — | $3,350–$4,730 |
| 2002 | 17–21 | — | — | $3,830–$4,730 |
| 2001 | 19–20 | — | — | $4,020–$4,230 |
| 2000 (W202) Generation page | ||||
| 2000 | 18–22 | — | — | $3,650–$4,460 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class generations
5 generations between 2000 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2022-2027* Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W206)
19–30 MPG · $2,700–$4,190/yr
2015-2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W205)
15–28 MPG · $2,380–$5,190/yr
2008-2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)
15–25 MPG · $3,220–$5,360/yr
2001-2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)
16–24 MPG · $3,350–$5,020/yr
2000 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W202)
18–22 MPG · $3,650–$4,460/yr
2027 powertrain options
Mercedes-Benz C-Class MPG history, 1994–1999
| Year | Gas (MPG) |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 18–22 |
| 1998 | 17–23 |
| 1997 | 19–23 |
| 1996 | 18–23 |
| 1995 | 18–22 |
| 1994 | 20–22 |
EPA re-estimated the ratings of pre-2008 vehicles under its 2008 method; these are the re-estimated values.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class run 15–30 MPG across model years 2000 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 27–29 MPG.
Which Mercedes-Benz C-Class model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD has the highest combined rating since 2000, at 30 MPG.
How much does a Mercedes-Benz C-Class cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $2,770–$2,970 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $2,770.
Has the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 22 MPG in 2000 to 29 MPG in 2027, 7 MPG more. Going back further, the best rating in 1984 was 22 MPG.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2022 to 2027 (22–30 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2016 to 2025 (20–30 MPG).
How many generations of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class are there?
EPA data covers 5 generations of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class: 2022-2027*, 2015-2021, 2008-2014, 2001-2007, 2000. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.