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2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 13–18 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 1 of 10 small car configurations, MY2014. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class at a glance
The 2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class covers 8 model years in the EPA database (30 configurations in all), rated 13–18 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2014, costs about $4,520 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD (18 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The best combined rating in the generation, 18 MPG, was reached in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Gas | 14–18 MPG | $4,520–$5,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 14–18 MPG | $4,520–$5,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 14–18 MPG | $4,520–$5,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 14–18 MPG | $4,450–$5,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 13–17 MPG | $4,730–$6,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 13–17 MPG | $4,730–$6,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 13–17 MPG | $4,730–$6,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 14–16 MPG | $5,020–$5,740 | First year |
What the 2014 CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD costs to drive
Per month
$377
$4,520 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$7.53
Per 100 miles
$30.13
Five years
$22,600
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$1,460more a year
Class median $3,060 a year, MY2014
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,520.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL550 4matic (Most efficient) | 4.7L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 24 | 18 | $4,520 |
| CL63 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,580 |
| CL65 AMG | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,560 |
| CL600 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,740 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG
14–18 MPG · $4,520–$5,740/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,520.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL550 4matic (Most efficient) | 4.7L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 24 | 18 | $4,520 |
| CL63 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,580 |
| CL65 AMG | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,560 |
| CL600 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,740 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG
14–18 MPG · $4,520–$5,740/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $4,450 to $4,520, $70 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL550 4matic (Most efficient) | 4.7L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 24 | 18 | $4,520 |
| CL63 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,590 |
| CL65 AMG | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,550 |
| CL600 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,740 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG
14–18 MPG · $4,450–$5,740/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 17 to 18 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,730 to $4,450, $280 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL550 4matic (Most efficient) | 4.7L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,450 |
| CL63 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | RWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,710 |
| CL65 AMG | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,590 |
| CL600 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,740 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG
13–17 MPG · $4,730–$6,180/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,730.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL550 4matic (Most efficient) | 5.5L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| CL600 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 11 | 17 | 14 | $5,740 |
| CL63 AMG | 6.3L 8-cyl | RWD | 11 | 18 | 14 | $5,740 |
| CL65 AMG | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG
13–17 MPG · $4,730–$6,180/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 17 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,730.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL550 4matic (Most efficient) | 5.5L 8-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| CL63 AMG | 6.2L 8-cyl | RWD | 11 | 18 | 14 | $5,740 |
| CL600 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
| CL65 AMG | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG
13–17 MPG · $4,730–$6,180/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration moves from 16 to 17 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $5,020 to $4,730, $290 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL550 (Most efficient) | 5.5L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,730 |
| CL63 AMG | 6.2L 8-cyl | RWD | 11 | 18 | 14 | $5,740 |
| CL600 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
| CL65 AMG | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG
14–16 MPG · $5,020–$5,740/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL550 (Most efficient) | 5.5L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 21 | 16 | $5,020 |
| CL600 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | RWD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,740 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD: $5,390 in California and $3,920 in Texas, a $1,470 difference.
- California $5,390
- Washington $5,070
- New York $4,460
- Florida $4,130
- Texas $3,920
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2014 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2006 (C215)
- 2007-2014 (C216)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class get?
EPA rates the 2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class at 13–18 MPG combined across 30 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2014 CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD, is rated 18 MPG (15 city, 24 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?
The CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD reached the generation's best combined rating, 18 MPG, in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The lowest top rating, 16 MPG, was in 2007.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.
How does the 2007-2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2006 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class) is rated 13–17 MPG combined and costs $4,730–$6,180 a year to fuel; the 2007-2014 model is rated 13–18 MPG and costs $4,450–$6,180 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD costs about $4,520 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $4,520–$5,740 a year. That is a $1,220 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class 100 miles?
About $30.13 per 100 miles for the CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $30.13 and $38.27 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD is rated 15 city and 24 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class compare with other small car configurations?
The CL550 4matic 4.7L 8-cyl turbo 4WD costs about $4,520 a year to fuel, $1,460 more than the class median of $3,060, and less than 1 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 360 rated small car configurations for MY2014, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class different from the 2013 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,520. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2014 against 4 configurations for 2013. See the 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class for that year.