1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
The 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is listed in 10 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with a 5.0 L 8-cyl powertrain. Combined fuel economy ranges from 13 to 14 MPG (best: 16.8 L/100 km).
Model year1985
Versions10
ClassCompact Cars, Midsize Cars, Two Seaters
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500SE | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 13 / 15 / 14 | 16.8 | 635 | Midsize Cars |
| 500SE | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 13 / 15 / 14 | 16.8 | 635 | Midsize Cars |
| 500SEC | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 13 / 15 / 14 | 16.8 | 635 | Compact Cars |
| 500SEC | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 13 / 15 / 14 | 16.8 | 635 | Compact Cars |
| 500SEC | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 12 / 15 / 13 | 18.1 | 684 | Compact Cars |
| 500SEL | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 13 / 15 / 14 | 16.8 | 635 | Midsize Cars |
| 500SEL | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 13 / 15 / 14 | 16.8 | 635 | Midsize Cars |
| 500SEL | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 12 / 15 / 13 | 18.1 | 684 | Midsize Cars |
| 500SL | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 13 / 15 / 14 | 16.8 | 635 | Two Seaters |
| 500SL | 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 13 / 15 / 14 | 16.8 | 635 | Two Seaters |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.