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Mercedes-Benz E-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 E-Class fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Mercedes-Benz E-Class for 28 model years, 2000 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 14–28 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 4 configurations rated 25–28 MPG combined and costing $2,880–$3,210 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 2027 E350 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, at 28 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 19 MPG in 1994.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2027* (W214) Generation page | |||||
| 2027 (partial) | — | 25–28 | — | — | $2,880–$3,210 |
| 2026 | — | 25–28 | — | 22–24 | $2,090–$3,210 |
| 2025 | — | 25–28 | — | 23 | $2,140–$3,210 |
| 2024 | — | 25–27 | — | — | $2,950–$3,210 |
| 2017-2023 (W213) Generation page | |||||
| 2023 | 19–26 | 23–26 | — | — | $3,100–$4,290 |
| 2022 | 24–26 | 22–25 | — | — | $3,110–$3,610 |
| 2021 | 18–25 | 23–26 | — | — | $3,080–$4,370 |
| 2020 | 18–26 | 23–24 | — | — | $3,060–$4,590 |
| 2019 | 18–25 | 23–24 | — | — | $3,250–$4,590 |
| 2018 | 18–25 | — | — | — | $3,190–$4,510 |
| 2017 | 20–25 | — | — | — | $3,190–$3,990 |
| 2010-2016 (W212) Generation page | |||||
| 2016 | 18–23 | — | — | — | $3,420–$4,540 |
| 2015 | 18–23 | 25 | — | — | $3,160–$4,540 |
| 2014 | 17–24 | 26 | — | — | $3,040–$4,590 |
| 2013 | 18–23 | 26 | — | — | $3,040–$4,420 |
| 2012 | 18–23 | — | — | — | $3,490–$4,420 |
| 2011 | 15–20 | — | — | — | $3,990–$5,280 |
| 2010 | 15–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$5,360 |
| 2003-2009 (W211) Generation page | |||||
| 2009 | 15–19 | — | 26 | — | $3,630–$5,360 |
| 2008 | 14–19 | — | 26 | — | $3,630–$5,740 |
| 2007 | 14–19 | — | 26 | — | $3,630–$5,740 |
| 2006 | 15–20 | — | 27 | — | $3,500–$5,360 |
| 2005 | 15–20 | — | 27 | — | $3,500–$5,360 |
| 2004 | 15–20 | — | — | — | $4,020–$5,360 |
| 2003 | 15–20 | — | — | — | $4,020–$5,360 |
| 2000-2002 (W210) Generation page | |||||
| 2002 | 18–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$4,460 |
| 2001 | 18–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$4,460 |
| 2000 | 17–21 | — | — | — | $3,830–$4,730 |
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 E-Class generations
5 generations between 2000 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2024-2027* Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W214)
25–28 MPG · $2,090–$3,210/yr
2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213)
18–26 MPG · $3,060–$4,590/yr
2010-2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W212)
15–26 MPG · $3,040–$5,360/yr
2003-2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W211)
14–27 MPG · $3,500–$5,740/yr
2000-2002 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W210)
17–21 MPG · $3,830–$4,730/yr
2027 powertrain options
Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG history, 1994–1999
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 17–21 | 26 |
| 1998 | 20–21 | 26 |
| 1997 | 18–20 | 26 |
| 1996 | 19 | 27 |
| 1995 | 18–20 | 25 |
| 1994 | 16–19 | — |
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 E-Class's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class run 14–28 MPG across model years 2000 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 25–28 MPG.
Which Mercedes-Benz E-Class model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD has the highest combined rating since 2000, at 28 MPG.
How much does a Mercedes-Benz E-Class cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $2,880–$3,210 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $2,880.
Has the Mercedes-Benz E-Class's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 21 MPG in 2000 to 28 MPG in 2027, 7 MPG more. Going back further, the best rating in 1984 was 19 MPG.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2013 to 2027 (22–28 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2025 to 2026 (22–24 MPG).
How many generations of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class are there?
EPA data covers 5 generations of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: 2024-2027*, 2017-2023, 2010-2016, 2003-2009, 2000-2002. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.