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2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class is a small SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway) on premium gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2020 model. Among 92 small SUVs rated for 2021, it ranks 86th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,693 a year to fuel.

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Combined 22 MPG 19 MPG city · 26 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,693 15,000 mi/yr · $17.95 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #86 of 92 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2611.19.0
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2021 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model Y129 MPGe $702
  2. 2Hyundai Kona EV120 MPGe $729
  3. 3Volkswagen ID.499 MPGe $918
  4. 4Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid105 MPGe + 40 MPG $966
  5. 5Toyota RAV4 Prime94 MPGe + 38 MPG $1,049
  6. 86Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class22 MPG $2,693
  7. 92Hyundai Nexo61 MPGe $8,852
2021 GLE-ClassOther small SUVsClass median: $1,860/yr

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

GLE-Class MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
GLE350		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
4WD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
GLE350 4matic		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
403 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
4/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
4/10

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class vs. rivals

vs Land Rover Range Rover Hybrid 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Same fuel cost vs Jaguar F-Pace Hybrid 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Same fuel cost vs Land Rover Evoque 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Same fuel cost vs Jaguar E-Pace 23 MPG · $2,576/yr E-Pace saves $117/yr vs Jaguar E-Pace Hybrid 23 MPG · $2,576/yr E-Pace Hybrid saves $117/yr vs Porsche Macan 21 MPG · $2,821/yr GLE-Class saves $128/yr vs Audi SQ5 20 MPG · $2,962/yr GLE-Class saves $269/yr vs Land Rover Discovery Sport 20 MPG · $2,962/yr GLE-Class saves $269/yr vs Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Hybrid 23 MPG · $2,576/yr GLE-Class Hybrid saves $117/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Hybrid (23 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway).

What fuel does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class?

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class's fuel average is 9.4 km/L (10.7 L/100 km), or 22 MPG combined: 8.1 km/L in the city and 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class per year?

About $2,693 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.95 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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