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Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Fuel Cost

Midsize luxury SUV with a quiet cabin and a wide range of powertrains. Below are estimated fuel costs based on 23 combined MPG and average US gas prices.

Best for towing or carrying gear; fuel costs will be higher than a sedan.

  • Updated for 2026
  • EPA-style MPG
  • US avg fuel prices
  • US units
  • Transparent assumptions
City

21 MPG

Highway

26 MPG

Combined

23 MPG

Tank

22.5 gal

Range / tank

~518 mi

MPG breakdown

City21 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined23 MPG
518miles
Range / tank

Estimated fuel cost at 12,000 miles/year

Based on 23 MPG and $4.10/gal.

Annual cost

$2139

Monthly cost

$178

Cost per mile

$0.178

Gallons / year

522

Estimate your own cost

Pre-filled with the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350's combined MPG.

mi/yr
mpg
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Pre-filled with estimated combined MPG for the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350. Adjust for your real-world driving.

Estimated Annual Cost

$0.00

Per Month

$0.00

Per Mile

$0.000

~522 gallons per year

Cost by annual mileage

How much you'll spend per year at common US mileage levels (estimates).

Miles per yearGallons / yearAnnual costMonthly cost
8,000348$1426$119
12,000522$2139$178
15,000652$2674$223

Estimates only. Actual costs depend on driving style, terrain, weather, and local fuel or electricity prices.

How we estimate Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 costs

MPG / MPGe
EPA-style combined city + highway figures for the base trim and recent model year.
Fuel price
Average US retail regular gas, premium where required, or per-kWh electricity.
Annual mileage
Default scenarios at 8,000 / 12,000 / 15,000 miles per year.
Trim & year variance
AWD, larger wheels, towing packages and older years can lower efficiency 5–15%.

Sources & assumptions

  • EPA fuel economy dataCity / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
  • U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov)Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
  • AAA gas price trendsRecent national and regional retail fuel averages.
  • EIA electricity ratesAverage residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.

We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.

Frequently asked questions

What is the estimated annual fuel cost for the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350?

Driving 12,000 miles per year at 23 MPG and $4.10/gal, expect about $2139 per year. Heavier city driving or longer commutes will increase that.

What MPG does the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 get?

Estimated EPA-style ratings are roughly 21 city / 26 highway / 23 combined MPG. Real-world numbers depend on terrain, climate and driving style.

What is the tank size of the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350?

The Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 typically has a 22.5-gallon tank. At 23 combined MPG, that's roughly 518 miles of driving range per fill-up.

How does Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 fuel cost compare to other vehicles?

At 12,000 miles per year, this vehicle costs about $2139. Compare it to other suvs on our index page or use the cost-per-mile calculator to compare two specific vehicles side-by-side.

Cheaper-to-drive alternatives

Same vehicle class as the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, but lower fuel or charging cost per mile. Annual cost at 12,000 mi.

Save vs GLE 350: $885
over 12,000 mi/yr by switching to Nissan Rogue
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350· this vehicle$2139
Nissan Rogue· 33 MPG$1255
Nissan Kicks· 33 MPG$1255
Hyundai Kona· 32 MPG$1294
Volkswagen Taos· 31 MPG$1335

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