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2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class MPG & fuel economy

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a subcompact car offered in 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 28 MPG combined (24 city / 34 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 28 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2016 model. Among 43 subcompact cars rated for 2017, it ranks 15th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,116 a year to fuel.

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Combined 28 MPG 24 MPG city · 34 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,116 15,000 mi/yr · $14.11 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2017 #15 of 43 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's fuel average is 11.9 km/L (8.4 L/100 km), or 28 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City2410.29.8
Highway3414.56.9
Combined2811.98.4

How it ranks among 2017 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1BMW i3124 MPGe $729
  2. 2Mitsubishi i-MiEV112 MPGe $810
  3. 3Fiat 500e112 MPGe $810
  4. 4BMW i3 Plug-in Hybrid111 MPGe + 35 MPG $909
  5. 5Ford Fiesta35 MPG $1,329
  6. 15Mercedes-Benz C-Class28 MPG $2,116
  7. 43Toyota Mirai67 MPGe $8,060
2017 C-ClassOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,370/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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12 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
C300
Gas 24 MPG 34 MPG 28 MPG — $2,116
4WD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
C300 4matic
Gas 24 MPG 31 MPG 27 MPG — $2,194
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
C300 Coupe
Gas 23 MPG 30 MPG 26 MPG — $2,279
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
C300 Convertible
Gas 23 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $2,279
4WD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
C300 4matic Coupe
Gas 23 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370
4WD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
C300 4matic Convertible
Gas 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $2,370
4WD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
AMG C43 4matic Coupe
Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
4WD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
AMG C43 4matic Convertible
Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
RWD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
AMG C63
Gas 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
RWD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
AMG C63 S
Gas 18 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
RWD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
AMG C63 S Coupe
Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
RWD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
AMG C63 S Convertible
Gas 17 MPG 22 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
90 cu ft
Cargo volume
13 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
319 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Plug-in Hybrid (51 MPGe + 30 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Up to 28 MPG combined (24 city / 34 highway); ratings range from 19 to 28 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2017 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's fuel average is 11.9 km/L (8.4 L/100 km), or 28 MPG combined: 10.2 km/L in the city and 14.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class per year?

About $2,116 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $14.11 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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