Mercedes-Benz 300SDL MPG and Fuel Economy
Mercedes-Benz have been manufacturing models of 300SDL for 2 years, with the latest vehicle in 1987 having a combined MPG of 20.
The estimated fuel cost for the 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300SDL is $3,850 per year.
Government regulators have estimated that value based on 15,000 miles driven per year, using regular gasoline, and a split of 55% city driving and 45% highway driving.
💵 Compared to an average vehicle over 5 years, you will spend $7,750 more on fuel driving a 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300SDL.
🛢 The Mercedes-Benz 300SDL will consume roughly 18 barrels of petroleum per year, using the standard estimate of 15,000 miles per year.
💨 For every mile driven, the Mercedes-Benz 300SDL will emit -1 grams of CO2, which is about -15,000 grams of CO2 per year.
🌳 To help you understand the impact of this, a normal tree will absorb around 21,000 grams of CO2 per year. This means that roughly 1 tree would be needed to offset emissions from the Mercedes-Benz 300SDL.
The table below is a complete list of the 2 Mercedes-Benz 300SDL fuel efficiency specifications we have data for.
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| Vehicle | Combined MPG | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300SDL | 20 | $3,850 |
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SDL | 22 | $3,500 |
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