2008 Mercedes-Benz R320 CDI 4maticFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Diesel Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
City
18
MPG
Highway
24
MPG
Combined
21
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

19.6MPG average-6.9% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 21 MPG · Owner reported avg: 19.6 MPG

Range: 18–22 MPG

Driving mix: City 33% / Highway 67%

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 19.6 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 21 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic 7-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
18
Hwy
24
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $4,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$4,050

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-8,250

vs. average new vehicle

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

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
485 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
17.0 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3L 6-cyl
Transmission
7-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
3L, 6-cylinder
Fuel Type
Diesel

Annual Fuel Cost by State

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

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$3,207/yr
California
$5.957/gal$4,255/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,777/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,954/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,230/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,221/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,994/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,299/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$3,103/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,177/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 21 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

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