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2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class MPG & fuel economy

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a large car offered in 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 16 to 22 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2017 model. Among 31 large cars rated for 2018, it ranks 25th 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 · 28 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, 2018 #25 of 31 Large Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-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 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City198.112.4
Highway2811.98.4
Combined229.410.7

How it ranks among 2018 Large Cars

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  1. 1Hyundai Ioniq58 MPG $802
  2. 2Tesla Model S103 MPGe $880
  3. 3Honda Accord Hybrid47 MPG $989
  4. 4Ford C-MAX40 MPG $1,162
  5. 5Honda Accord33 MPG $1,409
  6. 25Mercedes-Benz S-Class22 MPG $2,693
  7. 31Rolls-Royce Ghost14 MPG $4,232
2018 S-ClassOther large carsClass median: $2,114/yr

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

S-Class MPG across model years

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12 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
S450
Gas 19 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
4WD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
S450 4matic
Gas 18 MPG 28 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693
4WD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
S560 4matic
Gas 17 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
FWD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
S560
Gas 17 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,821
4WD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
AMG S63 4matic
Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
FWD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
S560 Convertible
Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
AMG S63 4matic Coupe
Gas 17 MPG 27 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
Maybach S560 4matic
Gas 16 MPG 25 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
4WD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
AMG S63 4matic Convertible
Gas 15 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292
RWD · 6.0L 12-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
Maybach S650
Gas 13 MPG 21 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
RWD · 6.0L 12-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
AMG S65
Gas 13 MPG 22 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703
RWD · 6.0L 12-cyl turbo · 7-speed automatic
AMG S65 Convertible
Gas 14 MPG 21 MPG 16 MPG — $3,703

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
112 cu ft
Cargo volume
12 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
403 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
4/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
4/10

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Up to 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 16 to 22 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class use?

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

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-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 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-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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