1999 Mercedes-Benz ML430Fuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
City
14
MPG
Highway
17
MPG
Combined
15
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

17.8MPG average+18.7% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 15 MPG · Owner reported avg: 17.8 MPG

Range: 16–19 MPG

Driving mix: City 26% / Highway 74%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 17.8 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 15 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic 5-spd
Premium
City
14
Hwy
17
Comb
15
Fuel cost: $5,450/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$5,450

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-15,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
592 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
19.8 barrels

Specifications

Engine
4.3L 8-cyl
Transmission
5-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
4.3L, 8-cylinder
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$4,490/yr
California
$5.957/gal$5,957/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$3,888/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$4,136/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$4,522/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$4,510/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$5,591/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$4,618/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$4,344/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$4,448/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 15 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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