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Mercedes-Benz 230 MPG
EPA fuel economy for 4 Mercedes-Benz 230 trims sold from 1991. Best ever: 20 MPG (1991 230CE). Latest model year 1991: 17 to 20 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Mercedes-Benz 230 fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1991 Mercedes-Benz 230 to fuel is the 230E, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (17 MPG) at $3,670 a year. The 230TE, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,870, so the thriftier trim saves $200 a year and $1,000 over five years.
| 1991 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 230E | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 17 | $3,670 | cheapest |
| 230CE | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 20 | $3,870 | +$200 |
| 230E | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 20 | $3,870 | +$200 |
| 230TE | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 20 | $3,870 | +$200 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Mercedes-Benz 230 MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 20 | 18 | 24 | 230CE, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Manual 4-spd | 4 |
Every Mercedes-Benz 230 trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 230CE | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,870 |
| 1991 | 230E | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,870 |
| 1991 | 230TE | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Manual 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 18 | 24 | 20 | 444 | $3,870 |
| 1991 | 230E | 2.0 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Regular | 16 | 18 | 17 | 523 | $3,670 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 1991 Midsize-Large Station Wagons
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 Volvo 240 Wagon | 22 | 19 | 26 |
| 1991 Volvo 740 Wagon | 22 | 19 | 26 |
| 1991 Buick Century Wagon | 21 | 18 | 26 |
| 1991 Ford Taurus Wagon | 21 | 18 | 26 |
| 1991 Mercury Sable Wagon | 21 | 18 | 26 |
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser | 21 | 18 | 26 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Mercedes-Benz 230?
The most efficient Mercedes-Benz 230 the EPA has rated is the 1991 230CE at 20 MPG combined (18 city, 24 highway).
What MPG does the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 230 get?
1991 Mercedes-Benz 230 trims range from 17 to 20 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Mercedes-Benz 230 has the worst fuel economy?
The 1991 230E is the lowest rated at 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Mercedes-Benz 230 for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular, $5.16 for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 1991 Mercedes-Benz 230 to fuel is the 230E, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (17 MPG) at $3,670 a year. The 230TE, 2.0 L, 4 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,870, so the thriftier trim saves $200 a year and $1,000 over five years.
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