Mercedes-Benz 500E

19921993 · 2 configurations

Lowest
14
Average
15
Best
16

The Mercedes-Benz 500E has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 1992 through 1993. Over this period, the 500E has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 14 MPG to 16 MPG, with an overall average of 15 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1993
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,300141816MPG
1992
5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,950131614MPG

Historical Efficiency

1993
16
1992
14

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (500E) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Mercedes-Benz 500E. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

No NHTSA consumer complaints have been reported for this model.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 400/500E grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
5
Total Deaths
4

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
20.0%
Speeding Involved
40.0%
DUI Involved
20.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

67%
Front
33%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2021
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00