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Mercedes-Benz GL-Class MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
10 model years · 2007–2016
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class for 10 model years, 2007 to 2016. Across those years its combined rating runs 14–20 MPG. The latest model year, 2016, has 3 configurations rated 14–19 MPG combined and costing $4,340–$5,570 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2007 is the 2008 GL320 CDI 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD, at 20 MPG.
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-2016 Generation page | |||
| 2016 | 14–19 | — | $4,340–$5,570 |
| 2015 | 14–19 | — | $4,330–$5,570 |
| 2014 | 14–16 | — | $5,170–$5,570 |
| 2013 | 14–16 | — | $5,170–$5,570 |
| 2010-2012 Generation page | |||
| 2012 | 14–15 | — | $5,500–$5,670 |
| 2011 | 14–15 | — | $5,500–$5,670 |
| 2010 | 14 | — | $5,740 |
| 2007-2009 Generation page | |||
| 2009 | 14–15 | — | $5,360–$5,740 |
| 2008 | 14–15 | 20 | $4,720–$5,740 |
| 2007 | 15 | 20 | $4,720–$5,360 |
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 GL-Class generations
3 generations between 2007 and 2016. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2016 powertrain options
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class run 14–20 MPG across model years 2007 to 2016. The latest year, 2016, is rated 14–19 MPG.
Which Mercedes-Benz GL-Class model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL320 CDI 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD has the highest combined rating since 2007, at 20 MPG.
How much does a Mercedes-Benz GL-Class cost to fuel per year?
For MY2016, EPA-rated configurations cost $4,340–$5,570 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $4,340.
Has the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's fuel economy improved over time?
No. The most efficient configuration moved from 20 MPG in 2007 to 19 MPG in 2016, 1 MPG less.