Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG for every model year from 1994 to 2027.
E-Class MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 321 configurations of the E-Class across gas, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and diesel versions. Pick a year to see each engine and drivetrain.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E350Mild hybridPremium Gasoline | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 9-spd | RWD | 25 | 33 | 28 | View |
| E350 4maticMild hybridPremium Gasoline | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto 9-spd | AWD | 24 | 33 | 27 | View |
| E450 4maticMild hybridPremium Gasoline | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 9-spd | AWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | View |
| E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon)Mild hybridPremium Gasoline | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 9-spd | AWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | View |
| AMG E53 Hybrid 4matic PlusPlug-in hybrid, gas mode | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 9-spd | AWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | View |
| AMG E53 Hybrid 4matic Plus (station wagon)Plug-in hybrid, gas mode | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 9-spd | AWD | 21 | 25 | 22 | View |
Plug-in hybrid rows show the gas-only rating.
E-Class MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every E-Class configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When E-Class Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used E-Class.
- 1995: The top combined rating rises to 25 MPG, up from 19 MPG the year before.
- 1999: Four-wheel drive becomes available. The best four-wheel drive version is rated at 21 MPG combined.
- 2005: The top combined rating rises to 27 MPG, up from 20 MPG the year before.
- 2012: The top combined rating rises to 23 MPG, up from 20 MPG the year before.
- 2013: The first hybrid E-Class shows up in the EPA data. Its 26 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 23 MPG.
- 2025: A plug-in hybrid version arrives, rated at 23 MPG combined when running on gas alone.
How the E-Class Compares
The EPA rated 24 midsize cars for 2026. The best E-Class version, at 28 MPG combined, ties for 13th with 1 other model of 24. Combined ratings in the class run from 16 to 57 MPG, with a median of 28.5. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota Prius | 57 MPG |
| 2 | Hyundai Elantra | 54 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Camry | 51 MPG |
| 4 | Honda Civic | 49 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus ES | 46 MPG |
| 13 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG |
What Does a E-Class Cost to Fuel?
Pick a E-Class, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
E-Class MPG Questions
Which E-Class year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2025 to 2027 E350 holds the top EPA rating at 28 MPG combined (25 city, 33 highway).
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid E-Class?
The 2025 to 2027 E350 with the 2.0L 4-cylinder and rear-wheel drive is rated at 28 MPG combined (25 city, 33 highway).
Is there still a gas-only E-Class?
Yes. The 2026 E-Class lineup includes 4 gas-only versions, rated 25 to 28 MPG combined.
Does all-wheel drive hurt E-Class fuel economy?
A little. On the 2027 E-Class, the best rear-wheel drive version is rated at 28 MPG combined and the best all-wheel drive version at 27 MPG.
Why doesn't my E-Class match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests so every car is measured the same way. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, cargo, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one car against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Every figure on this page comes from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, pulled together by Cedrick Reese. The file lists 321 ratings for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class from 1994 to 2027. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. Plug-in hybrid figures in the table are the gas-only ratings, since those are the ones you can compare with a regular car. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov