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2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class MPG & fuel economy

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class is a SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2005 model. Among 82 SUVs rated for 2006, it ranks 72nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,703 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 14 MPG city · 19 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,703 15,000 mi/yr · $24.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2006 #72 of 82 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway198.112.4
Combined166.814.7

How it ranks among 2006 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Lexus RX Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  3. 3Mazda Tribute Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  4. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  5. 5Mercury Mariner Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  6. 72Mercedes-Benz ML-Class16 MPG $3,703
  7. 82Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2006 ML-ClassOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

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ML-Class MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD/AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 7-speed automatic
ML350		 Gas 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
4WD/AWD · 5.0L 8-cyl · 7-speed automatic
ML500		 Gas 13 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $4,232

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drivetrain
4WD/AWD
Passenger volume
107 cu ft
Cargo volume
41 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class vs. rivals

vs BMW X5 16 MPG · $3,703/yr Same fuel cost vs Lexus LX 13 MPG · $3,577/yr LX saves $126/yr vs Acura MDX 17 MPG · $3,485/yr MDX saves $218/yr vs Infiniti FX45 15 MPG · $3,950/yr ML-Class saves $247/yr vs Lexus GX 15 MPG · $3,950/yr ML-Class saves $247/yr vs Porsche Cayenne 15 MPG · $3,950/yr ML-Class saves $247/yr vs Cadillac Escalade 14 MPG · $4,232/yr ML-Class saves $529/yr vs Lincoln Navigator 13 MPG · $4,558/yr ML-Class saves $855/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class?

Up to 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway); ratings range from 14 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class?

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class per year?

About $3,703 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $24.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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