Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4matic MPG by year — every rating on record
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4matic has a combined EPA fuel economy rating for 9 model years, from 2017 to 2026. Across those years its best rated version returned 22 mpg (2026) and its thirstiest returned 20 mpg (2017). The EPA record holds 9 configurations for this nameplate, most recently a Small Station Wagons.
Year-by-year EPA ratings
| Model year | Configurations | Best combined | Worst combined | Class rank that year | Drivetrains | Fuel | EPA class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1 | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | #66 of 78 (16th pct) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2018 | 1 | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | #80 of 94 (15th pct) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2019 | 1 | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | #84 of 93 (10th pct) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2020 | 1 | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | #97 of 111 (13th pct) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2021 | 1 | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | #112 of 124 (10th pct) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2022 | 1 | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | #138 of 151 (9th pct) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2024 | 1 | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | #155 of 176 (12th pct) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2025 | 1 | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | #14 of 19 (28th pct) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons |
| 2026 | 1 | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | #13 of 17 (25th pct) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Small Station Wagons |
Where it has stood in its class
Ranked against every other nameplate the EPA filed under the same class that year. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4matic placed highest in 2026 at #13 of 17, and lowest in 2024 at #155 of 176. It spent 0 of its 9 ranked years in the top half of its class.
Every configuration on record
All 9 configurations EPA lists for this nameplate, newest first.
| Year | Configuration | Engine detail | City | Highway | Combined | Gallons/yr | Barrels/yr | EPA fuel cost/yr | CO2 g/mi | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI; Mild Hybrid, turbocharged, Hybrid, start-stop | 19 | 26 | 22 | 522.7 | 13.5 | $3,500 | 406 | 4/10 |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI; Mild Hybrid, turbocharged, Hybrid, start-stop | 19 | 25 | 21 | 547.6 | 14.2 | $3,700 | 423 | 4/10 |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI; Mild Hybrid, turbocharged, Hybrid, start-stop | 19 | 25 | 21 | 547.6 | 14.2 | $3,700 | 423 | 4/10 |
| 2022 | 3.0L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI, turbocharged, start-stop | 18 | 25 | 21 | 547.6 | 14.2 | $3,700 | 430 | 4/10 |
| 2021 | 3.0L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI, turbocharged, start-stop | 18 | 24 | 20 | 575.0 | 14.9 | $3,900 | 438 | 4/10 |
| 2020 | 3.0L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI, turbocharged, start-stop | 18 | 24 | 21 | 547.6 | 14.2 | $3,700 | 431 | 4/10 |
| 2019 | 3.0L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI, turbocharged, start-stop | 19 | 25 | 21 | 547.6 | 14.2 | $3,700 | 415 | 4/10 |
| 2018 | 3.0L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI, turbocharged, start-stop | 18 | 24 | 20 | 575.0 | 14.9 | $3,900 | 443 | 4/10 |
| 2017 | 3.0L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic 9-spd Premium | SIDI, turbocharged, start-stop | 18 | 24 | 20 | 575.0 | 14.9 | $3,900 | 443 | 4/10 |
How the rating has moved between model years
Comparing the best-rated configuration of each year. 3 of 4 year-over-year steps improved the top rating.
| Change | Best combined | Delta | Gallons a year at the newer rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 → 2019 | 20 → 21 mpg | +1 mpg | 548 gal |
| 2020 → 2021 | 21 → 20 mpg | -1 mpg | 575 gal |
| 2021 → 2022 | 20 → 21 mpg | +1 mpg | 548 gal |
| 2025 → 2026 | 21 → 22 mpg | +1 mpg | 523 gal |
What AMG GLC43 4matic fuel costs over a year
At the EPA's 11,500 miles a year, the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4matic burns 523 to 523 gallons depending on configuration. Below is what that costs at three pump prices, and how much more the thirstiest configuration costs than the most efficient one.
| Pump price | Most efficient | Thirstiest | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|
| $3.00/gal | $1,568 | $1,568 | $0 |
| $3.50/gal | $1,830 | $1,830 | $0 |
| $4.00/gal | $2,091 | $2,091 | $0 |
EPA’s own estimate for the 2026 model year is $3,500 to $3,500 a year in fuel, or $6,250 more than the average new vehicle over five years.
How it compares with other Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Across the 311 nameplates EPA classifies as Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, the median best combined rating is 27 mpg. At 22 mpg the Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43 4matic is 5 mpg below the median, which is worth about $339 a year at $3.50 a gallon.
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