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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid is a midsize or large SUV with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 12 miles on electricity (43 MPGe), then returns 21 MPG on gas. Among 44 midsize & large SUVs rated for 2016, it ranks 25th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,515 a year to fuel.

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Combined 43 MPGe + 21 MPG 39 MPGe + 20 MPG city · 50 MPGe + 23 MPG hwy
Driving range 460 mi 12 mi on electricity
Your fuel cost $2,515 15,000 mi/yr · $16.77 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2016 #25 of 44 Midsize & Large SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 43 MPGe.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City (gas)208.511.8
Highway (gas)239.810.2
Combined (gas)218.911.2

How it ranks among 2016 Midsize & Large SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model X93 MPGe $972
  2. 2Toyota Highlander Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  3. 3Infiniti QX60 Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  4. 4Volvo XC90 Plug-in Hybrid53 MPGe + 25 MPG $2,093
  5. 5Ford Explorer22 MPG $2,114
  6. 25Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid43 MPGe + 21 MPG $2,515
  7. 44Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2016 GLE-Class Plug-in HybridOther midsize & large SUVsClass median: $2,447/yr

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

GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years

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1 EPA-rated configuration

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
4WD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
GLE550e 4matic
Plug-in hybrid 39 MPGe + 20 MPG 50 MPGe + 23 MPG 43 MPGe + 21 MPG 460 mi $2,515

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gas + electricity
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Transmission
7-speed automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Electricity use
68 kWh/100 mi
All-electric range
12 mi
Charge time (240V)
1.9 hrs
Tailpipe CO₂
294 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
7/10

2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class (20 MPG), 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Diesel (25 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid?

Up to 43 MPGe + 21 MPG combined.

What fuel does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid use?

Premium gas + electricity (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid?

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 9.8 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 43 MPGe.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Plug-in Hybrid per year?

About $2,515 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, or $16.77 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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