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2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 16–24 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, MY2027. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class at a glance
The 2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class covers 8 model years in the EPA database (59 configurations in all), rated 16–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2027, costs about $3,460 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the GLE350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged AWD (23 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and gas. EPA changed the ratings in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2024.
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (3 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (partial) | Hybrid | 21–23 MPG | $3,460–$3,820 | Ratings changed |
| 2026 | Hybrid | 17–23 MPG | $3,450–$4,800 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 16–23 MPG | $2,040–$5,040 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Hybrid | 16–24 MPG | $3,360–$4,900 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas, Hybrid | 17–22 MPG | $3,590–$4,850 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas, Hybrid | 16–22 MPG | $3,570–$4,910 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas, Hybrid | 16–23 MPG | $3,550–$4,890 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas, Hybrid | 19–22 MPG | $3,580–$4,250 | First year |
What the 2027 GLE350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged AWD costs to drive
Per month
$288
$3,460 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.77
Per 100 miles
$23.07
Five years
$17,300
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$300more a year
Class median $3,160 a year, MY2027
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA (3 configurations listed so far), so rows may be added.
Versus 2026: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,450 to $3,460, $10 more.
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 4matic (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,460 |
| GLE450 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,820 |
| GLE450 4matic (coupe) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,820 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
17–23 MPG · $3,450–$4,800/yr
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,450.
Hybrid configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 28 | 23 | $3,450 |
| GLE350 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,700 |
| GLE450 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,820 |
| GLE450 4matic (coupe) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,820 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,990 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 18 | 22 | 20 | $4,120 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE580 4matic | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 18 | $4,580 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,720 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,800 |
9 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
16–23 MPG · $2,040–$5,040/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 23 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,360 to $3,450, $90 more.
On electricity 60 MPGe, with 50 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 28 | 23 | $3,450 |
| GLE350 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,700 |
| GLE450 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,820 |
| GLE450 4matic (coupe) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,820 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,990 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 18 | 22 | 20 | $4,120 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE580 4matic | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,790 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,040 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,040 |
9 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE450e 4matic (Most efficient) | AWD | 23 | 60 | 50 mi | $2,040 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 74% 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)).
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
16–24 MPG · $3,360–$4,900/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 24 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,660 to $3,360, $300 less.
Hybrid configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,360 |
| GLE350 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
| GLE450 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,690 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,990 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo supercharged | AWD | 18 | 22 | 20 | $4,120 |
| GLE580 4matic | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,830 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,900 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,900 |
8 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
17–22 MPG · $3,590–$4,850/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,610 to $3,660, $50 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,660 |
| GLE350 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE450 4matic (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,590 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,170 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 21 | 19 | $4,290 |
| GLE580 4matic | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 21 | 18 | $4,470 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,790 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $4,850 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
16–22 MPG · $3,570–$4,910/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,550 to $3,610, $60 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,610 |
| GLE350 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,650 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (7)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Automatic 9-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,570 |
| GLE450 4matic 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD Automatic 9-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,620 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,140 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 19 | $4,270 |
| GLE580 4matic | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 21 | 18 | $4,470 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,880 |
Show 0 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,910 |
7 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
16–23 MPG · $3,550–$4,890/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 23 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,580 to $3,550, $30 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,650 |
| GLE350 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,710 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE450 4matic (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 21 | 26 | 23 | $3,550 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 23 | 20 | $3,980 |
| AMG GLE53 4matic Plus | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 18 | 22 | 19 | $4,140 |
| GLE580 4matic | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,200 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | $4,820 |
| AMG GLE63 S 4matic Plus | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,890 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG
19–22 MPG · $3,580–$4,250/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE350 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 20 | 27 | 22 | $3,580 |
| GLE350 4matic | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,640 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE450 4matic (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,800 |
| GLE580 4matic | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 19 | $4,250 |
2 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 GLE350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged AWD: $4,120 in California and $3,000 in Texas, a $1,120 difference.
- California $4,120
- Washington $3,880
- New York $3,410
- Florida $3,160
- Texas $3,000
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2027 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2016-2019 (W166)
- 2020-2027* (W167)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class get?
EPA rates the 2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class at 16–24 MPG combined across 59 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2024 GLE350 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 24 MPG (21 city, 28 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 16–24 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 23 MPG; Gas: 21–22 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
The GLE350 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2024. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2020, 2022 and 2023.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027.
How does the 2020-2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2016-2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class) is rated 14–25 MPG combined and costs $3,280–$5,710 a year to fuel; the 2020-2027 model is rated 16–24 MPG and costs $2,040–$5,040 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the GLE350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged AWD costs about $3,460 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $3,460–$3,820 a year. That is a $360 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class 100 miles?
About $23.07 per 100 miles for the GLE350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $23.07 and $25.47 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The GLE350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged AWD is rated 21 city and 26 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 5 MPG.
How does the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The GLE350 4matic 2.0L 4-cyl turbo supercharged AWD costs about $3,460 a year to fuel, $300 more than the class median of $3,160, and less than 4 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 184 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2027, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class different from the 2026 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,450 to $3,460, $10 more. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2027 against 9 configurations for 2026. See the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class for that year.