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2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG & Fuel Cost

7 model years · 18–26 MPG combined

26 MPG
Combined
23 MPG
City
31 MPG
Highway
Annual fuel cost · E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD
$3,100

15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)

Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 small car configurations, MY2023. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.

Previous generation: 2010-2016 Next generation: 2024-2027

2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class at a glance

The 2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class covers 7 model years in the EPA database (83 configurations in all), rated 18–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2023, costs about $3,110 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the E350 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD (26 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The best combined rating in the generation, 26 MPG, was reached in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.

2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class by model year

2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: EPA combined rating and yearly fuel cost for each model year
Model yearPowertrainsCombined$/yrEPA ratings
2023 Gas, Hybrid 19–26 MPG $3,100–$4,290 Ratings changed
2022 Gas, Hybrid 22–26 MPG $3,110–$3,610 Ratings changed
2021 Gas, Hybrid 18–26 MPG $3,080–$4,370 Ratings changed
2020 Gas, Hybrid 18–26 MPG $3,060–$4,590 Ratings changed
2019 Gas, Hybrid 18–25 MPG $3,250–$4,590 Ratings changed
2018 Gas 18–25 MPG $3,190–$4,510 Ratings changed
2017 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$3,990 First year

What the 2023 E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs to drive

Per month

$258

$3,100 a year ÷ 12

Per 25 miles

$5.17

Per 100 miles

$20.67

Five years

$15,500

5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level

vs the small car median

$180less a year

Class median $3,280 a year, MY2023

Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG

Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,110.

Gas · 2.0L, 4.0L
Combined
19–26 MPG
Per year
$3,110–$4,290
See gas configurations
Hybrid · 3.0L
Combined
23–26 MPG
Per year
$3,100–$3,520
See hybrid configurations

Gas configurations (4)

2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E350 (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD 23 31 26 $3,110
E350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD 21 30 24 $3,310
AMG E63 S 4matic Plus (SW) 4.0L 8-cyl turbo AWD 16 24 19 $4,270
AMG E63 S 4matic Plus 4.0L 8-cyl turbo AWD 16 24 19 $4,290

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

Hybrid configurations (9)

2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hybrid configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E450 4matic (Most efficient) 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD 23 31 26 $3,100
E450 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 23 30 25 $3,170
E450 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 22 29 25 $3,260
E450 4matic Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD 21 30 24 $3,280
E450 4matic Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD 22 29 24 $3,290
AMG E53 4matic Plus 3.0L 6-cyl AWD 21 29 24 $3,300
E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD 21 28 24 $3,410
AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl AWD 20 28 23 $3,470
AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl AWD 20 27 23 $3,520

9 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG

22–26 MPG · $3,110–$3,610/yr

Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,080 to $3,110, $30 more.

Gas · 2.0L
Combined
24–26 MPG
Per year
$3,110–$3,340
See gas configurations
Hybrid · 3.0L
Combined
22–25 MPG
Per year
$3,160–$3,610
See hybrid configurations

Gas configurations (2)

2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E350 (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD 23 31 26 $3,110
E350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD 21 29 24 $3,340

2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

Hybrid configurations (9)

2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hybrid configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E450 4matic (Most efficient) 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 23 30 25 $3,160
E450 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 22 29 25 $3,260
E450 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 22 29 25 $3,270
E450 4matic Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 21 30 24 $3,280
E450 4matic Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 22 29 24 $3,290
E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 21 28 24 $3,350
Show 0 more configurations
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hybrid configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+3)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
AMG E53 4matic Plus3.0L 6-cyl4WD212924$3,380
AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe3.0L 6-cyl4WD202823$3,490
AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible3.0L 6-cyl4WD202722$3,610

9 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG

18–26 MPG · $3,080–$4,370/yr

Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,060 to $3,080, $20 more.

Gas · 2.0L, 4.0L
Combined
18–25 MPG
Per year
$3,160–$4,370
See gas configurations
Hybrid · 3.0L
Combined
23–26 MPG
Per year
$3,080–$3,470
See hybrid configurations

Gas configurations (4)

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E350 (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD 22 31 25 $3,160
E350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD 22 30 25 $3,210
AMG E63 S 4matic Plus (SW) 4.0L 8-cyl turbo 4WD 16 23 18 $4,360
AMG E63 S 4matic Plus 4.0L 8-cyl turbo 4WD 16 23 18 $4,370

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

Hybrid configurations (9)

2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hybrid configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E450 Coupe (Most efficient) 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 23 31 26 $3,080
E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 23 30 26 $3,150
E450 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 23 30 25 $3,150
E450 4matic Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 23 30 25 $3,160
E450 4matic Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 23 29 25 $3,180
AMG E53 4matic Plus 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD 22 29 25 $3,260
Show 0 more configurations
2021 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hybrid configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+3)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon)3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD222824$3,290
AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe3.0L 6-cyl4WD212824$3,410
AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible3.0L 6-cyl4WD212723$3,470

9 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG

18–26 MPG · $3,060–$4,590/yr

Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,250 to $3,060, $190 less.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.0L, 4.0L
Combined
18–26 MPG
Per year
$3,060–$4,590
See gas configurations
Hybrid · 3.0L
Combined
23–24 MPG
Per year
$3,350–$3,560
See hybrid configurations

Gas configurations (10)

2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E350 (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD 23 32 26 $3,060
E350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD 22 30 25 $3,220
E450 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 20 28 23 $3,510
E450 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 20 27 23 $3,540
E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 20 28 23 $3,540
E450 4matic (station wagon) 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 19 26 22 $3,680
Show 0 more configurations
2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+4)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E450 4matic Convertible3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD192622$3,690
E450 4matic Coupe3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD192622$3,700
AMG E63 S 4matic Plus (wagon)4.0L 8-cyl turbo4WD162319$4,320
AMG E63 S 4matic Plus4.0L 8-cyl turbo4WD152318$4,590

10 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

Hybrid configurations (3)

2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hybrid configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
AMG E53 4matic Plus (Most efficient) 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD 21 28 24 $3,350
AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD 21 28 23 $3,440
AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD 20 26 23 $3,560

3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG

18–25 MPG · $3,250–$4,590/yr

Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,190 to $3,250, $60 more.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.0L, 4.0L
Combined
18–25 MPG
Per year
$3,250–$4,590
See gas configurations
Hybrid · 3.0L
Combined
23–24 MPG
Per year
$3,350–$3,560
See hybrid configurations

Gas configurations (10)

2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E300 (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD 21 30 25 $3,250
E300 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD 21 29 24 $3,310
E450 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 20 28 23 $3,510
E450 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 20 27 23 $3,540
E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 20 28 23 $3,540
E450 4matic (station wagon) 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 19 26 22 $3,680
Show 0 more configurations
2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+4)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E450 4matic Convertible3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD192622$3,690
E450 4matic Coupe3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD192622$3,700
AMG E63 S 4matic (wagon)4.0L 8-cyl turbo4WD162319$4,320
AMG E63 S 4matic4.0L 8-cyl turbo4WD152318$4,590

10 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

Hybrid configurations (3)

2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hybrid configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
AMG E53 4matic Plus (Most efficient) 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD 21 28 24 $3,350
AMG E53 4matic Plus Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD 21 28 23 $3,440
AMG E53 4matic Plus Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD 20 26 23 $3,560

3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG

18–25 MPG · $3,190–$4,510/yr

Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.0L, 4.0L
Combined
18–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$4,510

Gas configurations (11)

2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E300 (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD 22 30 25 $3,190
E300 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD 21 29 24 $3,330
E400 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 20 27 23 $3,560
E400 4matic Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 20 26 22 $3,580
E400 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 20 26 22 $3,600
E400 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 20 26 22 $3,620
Show 1 more configuration
2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+5)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E400 4matic Convertible3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD202522$3,670
E400 4matic (station wagon)3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD192521$3,760
AMG E43 4matic3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD192521$3,780
AMG E63 S 4matic (wagon)4.0L 8-cyl turbo4WD162218$4,500
AMG E63 S 4matic4.0L 8-cyl turbo4WD152218$4,510

11 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,190–$3,990/yr
Gas · 2.0L, 3.0L, 4.7L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$3,990

Gas configurations (9)

2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
E300 (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD 22 30 25 $3,190
E300 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD 22 29 24 $3,290
E400 Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 20 29 23 $3,430
E400 Convertible 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD 20 29 23 $3,430
E400 4matic Coupe 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 20 28 23 $3,520
E400 4matic (station wagon) 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD 19 25 21 $3,760
Show 0 more configurations
2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost (+3)
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
AMG E43 4matic3.0L 6-cyl turbo4WD182521$3,880
E550 Coupe4.7L 8-cyl turboRWD182621$3,900
E550 Convertible4.7L 8-cyl turboRWD172520$3,990

9 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 E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD: $3,700 in California and $2,690 in Texas, a $1,010 difference.

Gasoline prices: California: California state average; Washington: Washington state average; New York: New York state average; Florida: Florida state average; Texas: Texas state average (Sep 2026).
Fuel cost in every state

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Closest combined MPG among MY2023 small car models.

2026 Audi A3

2023 Audi S3

26 MPG · $3,040/yr
2019 Audi TT Sport 40 TFSi S-A 2.0

2023 Audi TTS Coupe

26 MPG · $3,070/yr
2019 Ford Mustang Eco 2.3L (S550)

2023 Ford Mustang

25 MPG · $2,570/yr
2021 Chevrolet Camaro LT (6th gen)

2023 Chevrolet Camaro

25 MPG · $3,240/yr
EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

Generations

All Mercedes-Benz E-Class years All Mercedes-Benz models

Frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class get?

EPA rates the 2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class at 18–26 MPG combined across 83 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2023 E350 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 26 MPG (23 city, 31 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 18–26 MPG; Hybrid: 22–26 MPG.

Which years had the best MPG in the 2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

The E350 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 26 MPG, in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The lowest top rating, 25 MPG, was in 2017, 2018 and 2019.

Did EPA ratings change during the 2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

Yes. Ratings changed in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.

How does the 2017-2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class compare with the previous generation?

The previous generation (2010-2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class) is rated 15–26 MPG combined and costs $3,040–$5,360 a year to fuel; the 2017-2023 model is rated 18–26 MPG and costs $3,060–$4,590 a year.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class per year?

Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,100 a year. Across all 13 configurations the cost runs $3,100–$4,290 a year. That is a $1,190 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.

How much does it cost to drive a 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 100 miles?

About $20.67 per 100 miles for the E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $20.67 and $28.60 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.

How does the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class compare with other small car configurations?

The E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,100 a year to fuel, $180 less than the class median of $3,280, and less than 6 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 288 rated small car configurations for MY2023, not weighted by sales.

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?

Yes. The best hybrid (E450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD) is rated 26 MPG against 26 MPG for the best gas version (E350 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD), 0 MPG more. At premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $3,100 versus $3,110 a year, a saving of $10.

Is the 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class different from the 2022 model?

The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,110. EPA lists 13 configurations for 2023 against 11 configurations for 2022. See the 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class for that year.