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2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is a compact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 18 MPG combined (15 city / 24 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 14 to 18 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2011 model. Among 46 compact cars rated for 2012, it ranks 44th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $3,292 a year to fuel.

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Combined 18 MPG 15 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,292 15,000 mi/yr · $21.94 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #44 of 46 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City156.415.7
Highway2410.29.8
Combined187.713.1

How it ranks among 2012 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Ford Focus EV105 MPGe $864
  2. 2Toyota Prius c50 MPG $930
  3. 3Honda Civic Hybrid44 MPG $1,057
  4. 4Lexus CT42 MPG $1,107
  5. 5Honda Insight41 MPG $1,134
  6. 44Mercedes-Benz CL-Class18 MPG $3,292
  7. 46Rolls-Royce Phantom14 MPG $4,232
2012 CL-ClassOther compact carsClass median: $1,691/yr

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

CL-Class MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD · 4.7L 8-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
CL550 4matic		 Gas 15 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
RWD · 5.5L 8-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
CL63 AMG		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
RWD · 5.5L 12-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
CL600		 Gas 12 MPG 18 MPG 14 MPG — $4,232
RWD · 6.0L 12-cyl turbo · 5-speed automatic
CL65 AMG		 Gas 12 MPG 18 MPG 14 MPG — $4,232

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
4.7L 8-cyl turbo
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Passenger volume
91 cu ft
Cargo volume
14 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
494 g/mi

2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class vs. rivals

vs Audi S4 21 MPG · $2,821/yr S4 saves $470/yr vs Audi A4 25 MPG · $2,370/yr A4 saves $922/yr vs Acura TSX 25 MPG · $2,370/yr TSX saves $922/yr vs BMW 6 Series 26 MPG · $2,279/yr 6 Series saves $1,013/yr vs Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 20 MPG · $2,962/yr CLS-Class saves $329/yr vs Volvo S60 23 MPG · $2,022/yr S60 saves $1,270/yr vs Bentley Continental 14 MPG · $4,232/yr CL-Class saves $940/yr vs Rolls-Royce Phantom 14 MPG · $4,232/yr CL-Class saves $940/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?

Up to 18 MPG combined (15 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 14 to 18 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class?

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class's fuel average is 7.7 km/L (13.1 L/100 km), or 18 MPG combined: 6.4 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class per year?

About $3,292 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $21.94 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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