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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class MPG & fuel economy

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a compact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 15 to 21 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 2007 model. Among 34 compact cars rated for 2008, it ranks 26th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,821 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 18 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,821 15,000 mi/yr · $18.81 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2008 #26 of 34 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2611.19.0
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 2008 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Honda Civic Hybrid42 MPG $1,107
  2. 2Toyota Corolla31 MPG $1,500
  3. 3Hyundai Accent29 MPG $1,603
  4. 4Kia Rio29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Ford Focus28 MPG $1,661
  6. 26Mercedes-Benz C-Class21 MPG $2,821
  7. 34Bentley Azure11 MPG $5,386
2008 C-ClassOther compact carsClass median: $2,242/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

C-Class MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual
C300
Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
C300
Flex-fuel 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
C350
Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
C300 4matic
Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 6.2L 8-cyl · 7-speed automatic
C63 AMG
Gas 12 MPG 19 MPG 15 MPG — $3,950

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed manual
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
88 cu ft
Cargo volume
12 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 15 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class per year?

About $2,821 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $18.81 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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