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Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
12 model years · 2016–2027
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class for 12 model years, 2016 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 14–25 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 3 configurations rated 21–23 MPG combined and costing $3,460–$3,820 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2016 is the 2016 GLE350 d 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD, at 25 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations.
Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2027* (W167) Generation page | |||||
| 2027 (partial) | — | 21–23 | — | — | $3,460–$3,820 |
| 2026 | — | 17–23 | — | — | $3,450–$4,800 |
| 2025 | — | 16–23 | — | 23 | $2,040–$5,040 |
| 2024 | — | 16–24 | — | — | $3,360–$4,900 |
| 2023 | 21–22 | 17–22 | — | — | $3,590–$4,850 |
| 2022 | 22 | 16–22 | — | — | $3,570–$4,910 |
| 2021 | 22 | 16–23 | — | — | $3,550–$4,890 |
| 2020 | 22 | 19–21 | — | — | $3,580–$4,250 |
| 2016-2019 (W166) Generation page | |||||
| 2019 | 14–20 | — | — | — | $4,110–$5,710 |
| 2018 | 15–20 | — | — | 21 | $3,290–$5,270 |
| 2017 | 15–20 | — | — | 21 | $3,290–$5,530 |
| 2016 | 15–20 | — | 24–25 | 21 | $3,280–$5,530 |
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 GLE-Class generations
2 generations between 2016 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 GLE-Class's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class run 14–25 MPG across model years 2016 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 21–23 MPG.
Which Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE350 d 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD has the highest combined rating since 2016, at 25 MPG.
How much does a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $3,460–$3,820 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $3,460.
Has the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class's fuel economy improved over time?
No. The most efficient configuration moved from 25 MPG in 2016 to 23 MPG in 2027, 2 MPG less.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2020 to 2027 (16–24 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2016 to 2025 (21–23 MPG).
How many generations of the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class are there?
EPA data covers 2 generations of the Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class: 2020-2027*, 2016-2019. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.