Against 277 other V8 cars rated 2014–2016, the 600 trails their 17.2 mpg average by 2.2 mpg, about $327 a year.
Every Mercedes-Benz 600 engine, compared
The Mercedes-Benz 600 was rated in a single specification, so its gas mileage does not vary by version — only by model year. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6L 12-cyl | 11.7 / 16.7 | 1992–2016 | $2,887 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2016) | $0.213 |
| Fuel per year | $2,560 |
| Fuel over five years | $12,800 |
| Against other V8 cars, 2014–2016 | +$327 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $5,833 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz 600 gives up 7 mpg in town: 20 on the highway against 13 in the city, $1,034 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2016) | 13 mpg | $2,954 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 20 mpg | $1,920 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +7 mpg (54%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the 600 changed over the years
The 600 peaked in 2016 at 15 mpg (13 city, 20 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1992 at 12 — 3 mpg apart, or $640 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 13 / 20 | 1 | $2,560 | |
| 1993 | 12 / 16 | 1 | $2,954 | |
| 1992 | 10 / 14 | 1 | $3,200 |
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How we count
This page rests on 3 EPA ratings of the Mercedes-Benz 600 — 1 engine across 1992–2016. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $5,833. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2016 Mercedes-Benz 600 get?
15 mpg combined, 13 city and 20 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1992 the 600 has averaged 13.3 mpg.
Which 600 year has the best gas mileage?
The 2016, at 15 mpg combined (13 city, 20 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
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