these are the figures for a 98 turbo, and mpg highway is listed at 34 mpg. The non turbo model will give you even more...

CONCLUSIONS: The 1998 Mercedes-Benz E300 Turbodiesel combines luxurious comfort and frugal fuel use with no penalty in performance.

SPECIFICATIONS

Base Price $ 41,800
Price As Tested $ 47,000
Engine Type inline 6-cylinder dual
overhead cam, 24-valve
turbocharged diesel
Engine Size 3.0 liters / 183 cu. in.
Horsepower 174 @ 5000
Torque (lb-ft) 244 @ 1600 through 3000
Transmission 5-speed electronically-controlled
automatic
Wheelbase / Length 111.5 in. / 189.4. in.
Curb Weight 3640 lbs.
Pounds Per Horsepower 21
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal.
Fuel Requirement Diesel
Tires P215/55 R16 Continental Touring
Contact Eco Plus
Brakes, front/rear vented disc / solid disc
Suspension, front/rear independent double wishbone
with coil springs / independent
multilink with coil springs
Drivetrain front engine, rear-wheel drive

PERFORMANCE
EPA Fuel Economy - miles per gallon
city / highway / observed 26 / 34 / 29
0 to 60 mph 8.5 sec
1/4 mile (E.T.) 16.5 sec
Coefficient of Drag (cd) 0.29

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96 E300d

Why should the non-turbo model be more efficient?

I think a lot has to do with the individuals driving habits too.

kelly blue book figures for 96 non turbo

Quick Facts Details
Gas Mileage 28 mpg City / 35 mpg Hwy
Engine 6-Cyl. 3.0L Diesel
Transmission Automatic
Drivetrain RWD
Max Seating Capacity 5
Doors 4
EPA Class Compact
Body Style Sedan
Country of Assembly Germany
Country of Origin Germany

Kelly blue book figures for 98 turbo
Gas Mileage 26 mpg City / 34 mpg Hwy
Engine 6 Cyl. Turbo Diesel
Transmission Automatic
Drivetrain RWD
Max Seating Capacity 5
Doors 4
EPA Class Midsize
Body Style Sedan
Country of Assembly Germany
Country of Origin Germany

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96 E300d

these are the federal revised mpg figures.



1996 Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel
1998 Mercedes-Benz E300 Turbodiesel

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Diesel Vehicle
Diesel Vehicle
Estimated New EPA MPG
MPG ratings for 1985-2007 models have been revised

Diesel 96 non-turbo
24
City
27
Combined
32
Hwy


Diesel 98 Turbo
23
City
26
Combined
31
Hwy

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96 E300d