2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (19–20 MPG combined) across 3 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 5-spd, Manual 6-spd
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 2.6 L; 6-cyl, 3.2 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 19–20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $4,100–$4,350
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$9,750 to −$8,500 more than average
- Configurations
- 3
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 2.6 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16–18 | 24–25 | 19–20 | $4,100–$4,350 | — |
| 6-cyl 3.2 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C240 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 2.6 | Premium Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 | −$8,500 | — | — |
| C240 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 2.6 | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 25 | 19 | $4,350 | −$9,750 | — | — |
| C320 | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 6 | 3.2 | Premium Gasoline | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,350 | −$9,750 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
According to EPA data, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is rated at 19–20 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have?
The EPA data lists 6 cylinders for this vehicle.
What fuel type does the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $4,100 to $4,350.
How much will the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$9,750 to −$8,500 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).