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2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 14–25 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2019. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class at a glance
The 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class covers 4 model years in the EPA database (36 configurations in all), rated 14–25 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2019, costs about $4,110 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the GLE400 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD (20 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas, plug-in hybrid and diesel. EPA changed the ratings in 2017, 2018 and 2019. The best combined rating in the generation, 25 MPG, was reached in 2016.
2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Gas | 14–20 MPG | $4,110–$5,710 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas, Plug-in hybrid | 15–20 MPG | $3,290–$5,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas, Plug-in hybrid | 15–20 MPG | $3,290–$5,530 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas, Plug-in hybrid, Diesel | 15–25 MPG | $3,280–$5,530 | First year |
What the 2019 GLE400 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD costs to drive
Per month
$343
$4,110 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.85
Per 100 miles
$27.40
Five years
$20,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$340more a year
Class median $3,770 a year, MY2019
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,970 to $4,110, $140 more.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE400 4matic (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $4,110 |
| AMG GLE43 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,290 |
| AMG GLE43 4matic Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,310 |
| AMG GLE63 S Coupe | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,210 |
| AMG GLE63 S | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,290 |
| AMG GLE63 | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 12 | 18 | 14 | $5,710 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
15–20 MPG · $3,290–$5,270/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,970.
On electricity 43 MPGe, with 10 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,970 |
| AMG GLE43 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,130 |
| GLE350 4matic 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 7-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,140 |
| GLE350 4matic 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 7-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,140 |
| AMG GLE43 4matic Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,170 |
| AMG GLE63 S Coupe | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,260 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLE63 S | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,270 |
| AMG GLE63 | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,270 |
8 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE550e 4matic (Most efficient) | 4WD | 21 | 43 | 10 mi | $3,290 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 31% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
15–20 MPG · $3,290–$5,530/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 20 MPG, down 5. Its annual cost goes from $3,710 to $3,970, $260 more.
On electricity 43 MPGe, with 12 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,970 |
| GLE400 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $4,020 |
| AMG GLE43 4matic Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $4,110 |
| AMG GLE43 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $4,120 |
| GLE350 4matic 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 7-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,140 |
| GLE350 4matic 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 7-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,140 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLE63 S Coupe | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,200 |
| AMG GLE63 S | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 15 | $5,530 |
| AMG GLE63 | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 15 | $5,530 |
9 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE550e 4matic (Most efficient) | 4WD | 21 | 43 | 12 mi | $3,290 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 31% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
15–25 MPG · $3,280–$5,530/yr
On electricity 43 MPGe, with 12 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | RWD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,970 |
| GLE450 AMG Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 23 | 20 | $4,110 |
| GLE400 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 20 | $4,110 |
| GLE350 4matic 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 7-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,140 |
| GLE350 4matic 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 7-spd | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,140 |
| AMG GLE63 S Coupe | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,210 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLE63 S | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 15 | $5,530 |
| AMG GLE63 | 5.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 15 | $5,530 |
8 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE550e 4matic (Most efficient) | 4WD | 21 | 43 | 12 mi | $3,280 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 31% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Diesel configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 d 4matic (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $3,710 |
| GLE300 d 4matic | 2.1L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 22 | 29 | 24 | $3,850 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the GLE400 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD: $4,910 in California and $3,570 in Texas, a $1,340 difference.
- California $4,910
- Washington $4,610
- New York $4,060
- Florida $3,760
- Texas $3,570
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2019 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2016-2019 (W166)
- 2020-2027* (W167)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class get?
EPA rates the 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class at 14–25 MPG combined across 36 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2016 GLE350 d 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD, is rated 25 MPG (23 city, 29 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 14–20 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 21 MPG; Diesel: 24–25 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
The GLE350 d 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD reached the generation's best combined rating, 25 MPG, in 2016. The lowest top rating, 20 MPG, was in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the GLE400 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD costs about $4,110 a year. Across all 6 configurations the cost runs $4,110–$5,710 a year. That is a $1,600 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class 100 miles?
About $27.40 per 100 miles for the GLE400 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $27.40 and $38.07 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The GLE400 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD is rated 17 city and 23 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The GLE400 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo 4WD costs about $4,110 a year to fuel, $340 more than the class median of $3,770, and less than 4 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 151 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2019, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class different from the 2018 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,970 to $4,110, $140 more. EPA lists 6 configurations for 2019 against 9 configurations for 2018. See the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class for that year.