1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD (variant 1) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD gets an EPA-estimated 19/20 MPG (city/highway) and 19 MPG combined, with an estimated $4,200/year fuel cost and 535.789 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 3 L 5-cyl.
The 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD with the 3-liter 5-cylinder diesel engine returns an EPA-estimated 19 MPG in the city and 20 MPG on the highway, for a combined 19 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 3 L 5-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Vehicle class | Midsize-Large Station Wagons |
| MPG — city | 19 |
| MPG — highway | 20 |
| MPG — combined | 19 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $4,200 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 535.789 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 19 MPG, the 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Midsize-Large Station Wagons, 20 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $4,200 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD. Over five years that is roughly $21,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD emits approximately 535.789 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.