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1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class MPG & fuel economy

The 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a compact car with one EPA-rated configuration. The most efficient version returns 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway) on premium gasoline. That's down 1 MPG from the 1995 model. Among 44 compact cars rated for 1996, it ranks 40th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,118 a year to fuel.

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Combined 19 MPG 17 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,118 15,000 mi/yr · $20.79 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1996 #40 of 44 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2410.29.8
Combined198.112.4

How it ranks among 1996 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Volkswagen Golf/GTI Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  2. 2Volkswagen Jetta Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  3. 3Ford Escort30 MPG $1,550
  4. 4Mercury Tracer30 MPG $1,550
  5. 5Mazda Protege30 MPG $1,550
  6. 40Mercedes-Benz E-Class19 MPG $3,118
  7. 44Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental12 MPG $4,938
1996 E-ClassOther compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

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

E-Class MPG across model years

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1 EPA-rated configuration

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.2L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
E320
Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.2L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
95 cu ft
Cargo volume
15 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
468 g/mi

1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Diesel (27 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

Up to 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway).

What fuel does the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

The 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's fuel average is 8.1 km/L (12.4 L/100 km), or 19 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class per year?

About $3,118 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $20.79 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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