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Mercedes-Benz G-Class MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
26 model years · 2002–2027
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Mercedes-Benz G-Class fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Mercedes-Benz G-Class for 26 model years, 2002 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 11–18 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 2 configurations rated 15 MPG, 71 MPGe combined and costing $1,310–$5,530 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2002 is the 2026 G550 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged 4WD, at 18 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Electric (MPGe) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2027* (W465) Generation page | ||||
| 2027 (partial) | — | 15 | 71 | $1,310–$5,530 |
| 2026 | — | 15–18 | 62 | $1,480–$5,530 |
| 2025 | — | 15–18 | 62 | $1,480–$5,530 |
| 2002-2024 (W463) Generation page | ||||
| 2024 | 11–14 | — | — | $5,580–$7,410 |
| 2023 | 11–14 | — | — | $5,580–$7,410 |
| 2022 | 14–16 | — | — | $5,170–$5,670 |
| 2021 | 14–18 | — | — | $4,460–$5,750 |
| 2020 | 14 | — | — | $5,550–$5,810 |
| 2019 | 14 | — | — | $5,550–$5,810 |
| 2018 | 11–13 | — | — | $5,970–$7,470 |
| 2017 | 11–13 | — | — | $5,970–$7,470 |
| 2016 | 12–13 | — | — | $5,970–$6,940 |
| 2015 | 13 | — | — | $6,160–$6,290 |
| 2014 | 13 | — | — | $6,160–$6,290 |
| 2013 | 13 | — | — | $6,150–$6,290 |
| 2012 | 13 | — | — | $6,230 |
| 2011 | 12–13 | — | — | $6,290–$6,820 |
| 2010 | 12–13 | — | — | $6,180–$6,700 |
| 2009 | 12 | — | — | $6,700 |
| 2008 | 12–13 | — | — | $6,180–$6,700 |
| 2007 | 12–13 | — | — | $6,180–$6,700 |
| 2006 | 12 | — | — | $6,700 |
| 2005 | 12 | — | — | $6,700 |
| 2004 | 12–13 | — | — | $6,180–$6,700 |
| 2003 | 12–13 | — | — | $6,180–$6,700 |
| 2002 | 12 | — | — | $6,700 |
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 G-Class generations
2 generations between 2002 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class run 11–18 MPG across model years 2002 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 15 MPG.
Which Mercedes-Benz G-Class model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class G550 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged 4WD has the highest combined rating since 2002, at 18 MPG.
How much does a Mercedes-Benz G-Class cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $1,310–$5,530 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $5,530.
Has the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 12 MPG in 2002 to 15 MPG in 2027, 3 MPG more.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2025 to 2027 (15–18 MPG); Electric versions are rated from 2025 to 2027 (62–71 MPGe).
Which Mercedes-Benz G-Class model years have the same ratings?
EPA lists identical ratings as the previous year for 2006, 2020. The generation pages mark those years "same EPA ratings" and point to the year that holds the full table.
How many generations of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class are there?
EPA data covers 2 generations of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class: 2025-2027*, 2002-2024. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.