1990 · Two-Seater · Gas
1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 MPG & fuel economy
The 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is a two-seater with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 14 MPG combined (12 city / 17 highway) on premium gasoline. Among 21 two-seaters rated for 1990, it ranks 16th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $4,232 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500's fuel average is 6.0 km/L (16.8 L/100 km), or 14 MPG combined: 5.1 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 12 | 5.1 | 19.6 |
| Highway | 17 | 7.2 | 13.8 |
| Combined | 14 | 6.0 | 16.8 |
How it ranks among 1990 Two-Seaters
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500 MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic 500SL |
Gas | 12 MPG | 17 MPG | 14 MPG | — | $4,232 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Premium gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 5.0L 8-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 635 g/mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500?
Up to 14 MPG combined (12 city / 17 highway).
What fuel does the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 use?
Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500?
The 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500's fuel average is 6.0 km/L (16.8 L/100 km), or 14 MPG combined: 5.1 km/L in the city and 7.2 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 per year?
About $4,232 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $28.21 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.