1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specs, MPG & Trims

EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (19–27 MPG combined) across 2 listed configurations.

Overview

Body class
Compact Cars
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine
6-cyl, 3.0 L; 6-cyl, 3.2 L
Fuel type
Diesel, Premium Gasoline
Combined MPG
19–27 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$3,550–$4,350
Configurations
2

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.

EPA city, highway and combined ratings by powertrain for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Electric configurations are rated in MPGe.
PowertrainCityHighwayCombinedAnnual fuel costCO2
6-cyl 3.0 L · Diesel · Rear-Wheel Drive243227$3,550—
6-cyl 3.2 L · Premium Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive172419$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 —.

Every EPA-listed configuration for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2 rows). "Configuration" is the EPA configuration/engine name.
Configuration / engineDriveTransmissionCyl.Displ. (L)Fuel typeCityHwyComb.Annual cost
E300 DieselRear-Wheel DriveAutomatic 4-spd63.0Diesel243227$3,550
E320Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic 4-spd63.2Premium Gasoline172419$4,350

Frequently asked questions

What is the combined MPG of the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

According to EPA data, the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is rated at 19–27 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.

How many cylinders does the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class have?

The EPA data lists 6 cylinders for this vehicle.

What fuel type does the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class use?

It is offered with Diesel and Premium Gasoline.

What is the annual fuel cost of the 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?

The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,550 to $4,350.