Mercedes-Benz ML-Class MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Mercedes-Benz ML-Class model year from 1998 to 2015 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the ML-Class has been offered with 2.1L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 6.3L 8-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2015 (up to 25 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Mercedes-Benz ML-Class fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 15–25 MPG | 2.1L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2014 | 15–20 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 15–20 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 15–20 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 12–22 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 6.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 12–22 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 6.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 12–18 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 12–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 12–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 14–16 MPG | 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 14–15 MPG | 3.7L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 14–15 MPG | 3.7L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 14–15 MPG | 3.7L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 14–15 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 14–17 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.3L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 14–16 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.3L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 15–17 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.3L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1998 | 17 MPG | 3.2L 6-cyl | — | — |
2015 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2015 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.1L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML250 Bluetec 4matic | 2.1L 4-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Diesel | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| ML400 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 18 | 22 | 20 MPG |
| ML350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 18 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
2014 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2014 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 18 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| ML550 4matic | 4.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
2013 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2013 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| ML350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| ML550 4matic | 4.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 17 | 15 MPG |
2012 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2012 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
| ML550 4matic | 4.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 14 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2011 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2011 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 6.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML450 Hybrid 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Premium | 20 | 24 | 22 MPG |
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| ML350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 16 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| ML550 4matic | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 6.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 11 | 15 | 12 MPG |
2010 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2010 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 6.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML450 Hybrid 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Premium | 21 | 24 | 22 MPG |
| ML350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| ML550 4matic | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 6.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 11 | 15 | 12 MPG |
2009 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2009 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| ML550 4matic | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Premium | 11 | 15 | 12 MPG |
2008 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2008 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML320 CDI 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Diesel | 18 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| ML550 4matic | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Premium | 11 | 14 | 12 MPG |
2007 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2007 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML320 CDI 4matic | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Diesel | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| ML350 4matic | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| ML500 4matic | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| ML63 AMG | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Premium | 11 | 14 | 12 MPG |
2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2006 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.5L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| ML500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 7-spd | Premium | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
2005 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2005 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.7L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| ML500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2004 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2004 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.7L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| ML500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2003 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2003 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.7L 6-cyl, 3.2L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML350 | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| ML320 | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| ML55 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| ML500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2002 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2002 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.2L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML320 | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| ML500 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
| ML55 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2001 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2001 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.2L 6-cyl, 4.3L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML320 | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 19 | 17 MPG |
| ML430 | 4.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| ML55 AMG | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
2000 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 2000 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 3 versions (3.2L 6-cyl, 4.3L 8-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML320 | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| ML430 | 4.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
| ML55 | 5.5L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 12 | 16 | 14 MPG |
1999 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 1999 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.2L 6-cyl, 4.3L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML320 | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 19 | 17 MPG |
| ML430 | 4.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 14 | 17 | 15 MPG |
1998 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class: engines & MPG
The 1998 ML-Class was EPA-rated in 1 version (3.2L 6-cyl), with combined economy of 17 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ML320 | 3.2L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Mercedes-Benz ML-Class get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the ML-Class range from 15 to 25 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2015 model year.
What engines does the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class have?
The 2015 ML-Class was EPA-rated with 2.1L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.5L 8-cyl engines — see the 2015 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists diesel and premium gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric ML-Class?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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