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Mercedes-Benz SL-Class MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
26 model years · 2000–2027
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class for 26 model years, 2000 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 13–23 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 4 configurations rated 16–23 MPG combined and costing $3,520–$5,060 a year to fuel at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2000 is the 2027 AMG SL43 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD, at 23 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations. EPA ratings go back to 1984: the earliest rating on this page is 18 MPG in 1994.
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Plug-in hybrid, gas only (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-2027* Generation page | ||||
| 2027 (partial) | 16 | 23 | — | $3,520–$5,060 |
| 2026 | 16 | 22 | — | $3,650–$5,060 |
| 2025 | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,650–$5,160 |
| 2024 | 16 | 22 | — | $3,590–$4,940 |
| 2023 | 16 | 23 | — | $3,500–$5,100 |
| 2022 | 16 | — | — | $4,950 |
| 2012-2020 (R231) Generation page | ||||
| 2020 | 20–22 | — | — | $3,570–$3,960 |
| 2019 | 18–23 | — | — | $3,530–$4,440 |
| 2018 | 16–23 | — | — | $3,480–$4,960 |
| 2017 | 16–23 | — | — | $3,480–$4,960 |
| 2016 | 17–23 | — | — | $3,550–$4,860 |
| 2015 | 17–23 | — | — | $3,570–$4,850 |
| 2014 | 17–20 | — | — | $4,000–$4,850 |
| 2013 | 17–20 | — | — | $4,060–$4,840 |
| 2012 | 14–17 | — | — | $4,820–$5,630 |
| 2002-2011 (R230) Generation page | ||||
| 2011 | 14–17 | — | — | $4,810–$5,780 |
| 2009 | 14–16 | — | — | $5,020–$5,740 |
| 2008 | 14–16 | — | — | $5,020–$5,740 |
| 2007 | 14–16 | — | — | $5,020–$5,740 |
| 2006 | 14–17 | — | — | $4,730–$5,740 |
| 2005 | 13–17 | — | — | $4,730–$6,180 |
| 2004 | 14–17 | — | — | $4,730–$5,740 |
| 2003 | 14–16 | — | — | $5,020–$5,740 |
| 2002 | 14–17 | — | — | $4,730–$5,740 |
| 2000-2001 (R129) Generation page | ||||
| 2001 | 14–17 | — | — | $4,730–$5,740 |
| 2000 | 14–17 | — | — | $4,730–$5,740 |
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 SL-Class generations
4 generations between 2000 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class MPG history, 1994–1999
| Year | Gas (MPG) |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 14–17 |
| 1998 | 14–17 |
| 1997 | 14–18 |
| 1996 | 14–18 |
| 1995 | 13–18 |
| 1994 | 13–18 |
EPA re-estimated the ratings of pre-2008 vehicles under its 2008 method; these are the re-estimated values.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class run 13–23 MPG across model years 2000 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 16–23 MPG.
Which Mercedes-Benz SL-Class model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class AMG SL43 2.0L 4-cyl turbo RWD has the highest combined rating since 2000, at 23 MPG.
How much does a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $3,520–$5,060 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $3,520.
Has the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 17 MPG in 2000 to 23 MPG in 2027, 6 MPG more. Going back further, the best rating in 1984 was 18 MPG.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2023 to 2027 (22–23 MPG); Plug-in hybrid versions are rated from 2025 to 2025 (18 MPG).
How many generations of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class are there?
EPA data covers 4 generations of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class: 2022-2027*, 2012-2020, 2002-2011, 2000-2001. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.