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Mercedes-Benz R-Class MPG
EPA fuel economy for 14 Mercedes-Benz R-Class trims sold from 2006 to 2013. Best ever: 21 MPG (2008 R320 CDI 4matic). Latest model year 2013: 18 MPG combined across 1 trim.
Mercedes-Benz R-Class 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 $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R-Class costs about $4,300 a year to fuel (R350 4matic, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, 18 MPG).
| 2013 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R350 4matic | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD | Premium | 18 | $4,300 | cheapest |
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 R-Class MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18 | 16 | 21 | R350 4matic, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, Auto 7-spd | 1 |
| 2012 | 18 | 16 | 21 | R350 4matic, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, Auto 7-spd | 1 |
| 2011 | 16 | 15 | 19 | R350 4matic, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, Auto 7-spd | 1 |
| 2010 | 16 | 14 | 19 | R350 4matic, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, Auto 7-spd | 1 |
| 2009 | 16 | 15 | 19 | R350 4matic, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, Auto 7-spd | 1 |
| 2008 | 21 | 18 | 24 | R320 CDI 4matic, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Diesel, Auto 7-spd | 3 |
| 2007 | 21 | 19 | 26 | R320 CDI 4matic, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Diesel, Auto 7-spd | 4 |
| 2006 | 16 | 15 | 20 | R350, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, Auto 7-spd | 2 |
Every Mercedes-Benz R-Class trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | R350 4matic | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 | 492 | $4,300 |
| 2012 | R350 4matic | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2011 | R350 4matic | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $4,840 |
| 2010 | R350 4matic | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $4,840 |
| 2009 | R350 4matic | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 15 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $4,840 |
| 2008 | R320 CDI 4matic | 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Diesel | Auto 7-spd | 4WD/AWD | Diesel | 18 | 24 | 21 | 485 | $4,270 |
| 2008 | R350 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
| 2008 | R350 4matic | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 15 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $4,840 |
| 2007 | R320 CDI 4matic | 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Diesel | Auto 7-spd | 4WD/AWD | Diesel | 19 | 26 | 21 | 485 | $4,270 |
| 2007 | R350 4matic | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $4,840 |
| 2007 | R500 4matic | 5.0 L, 8 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 12 | 18 | 14 | 635 | $5,530 |
| 2007 | R63 AMG | 6.2 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S7) | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 11 | 15 | 12 | 741 | $6,450 |
| 2006 | R350 | 3.5 L, 6 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 16 | 555 | $4,840 |
| 2006 | R500 | 5.0 L, 8 cyl | Auto 7-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 | 635 | $5,530 |
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 2013 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Toyota Highlander Hybrid 4WD | 28 | 28 | 28 |
| 2013 Porsche Cayenne Diesel | 23 | 20 | 29 |
| 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | 23 | 20 | 29 |
| 2013 Audi Q7 | 22 | 19 | 27 |
| 2013 BMW X5 xDrive35d | 22 | 19 | 26 |
| 2013 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid 4WD | 21 | 20 | 23 |
All Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Mercedes-Benz R-Class?
The most efficient Mercedes-Benz R-Class the EPA has rated is the 2008 R320 CDI 4matic at 21 MPG combined (18 city, 24 highway).
What MPG does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R-Class get?
Every 2013 Mercedes-Benz R-Class trim is rated 18 MPG combined.
Which Mercedes-Benz R-Class has the worst fuel economy?
The 2007 R63 AMG is the lowest rated at 12 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Mercedes-Benz R-Class for a year?
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R-Class costs about $4,300 a year to fuel (R350 4matic, 3.5 L, 6 cyl, 18 MPG).
More from Mercedes-Benz: every Mercedes-Benz model. Fuel types on this model: Diesel, Premium. EPA classes: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.