2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

15 -21 City / 22 -31 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

201 -451

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Jim N

Reliable, good performance, good service, very comfortable, easy to drive, luxurious, very safe. But small for a family of 4

Others should know that the car can become expensive when you factor in service fees every year / 10,000 miles.

Erik R

Great reliable second vehicle

Great vehicle, very Reliable and Comfortable ride on highways and back roads. Power Windows and Locks, A/C and Heat, Navigation, Radio, DVD Capability. Would buy again. Its a Benz

Viviana C

Mercedes-benz your forever car.

Mercedes-benz vehicles are top of the line luxury. Not only are they comfortable and drive smoothly, they are also aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Their design is beautiful both in the interior and exterior with a wide range of features available.

Sheri J

Best built car I have ever owned

I live my car. It is very comfortable to ride in, it is very quiet. I like the quality of my car, it never has any issues, other than routine maintenance. No complaints.

Yinli P

Safety and luxury all in one.

This car is so safe and comfortable it has nice features and has a great drive although it is expensive to upkeep it is worth it I would recommend this car to anyone I do not know what else to say but I love my car and would buy it again if I had to do there.

Wendy B

Mercedes-Benz: quality at a comfortable price.

My car is not only stylish but above the norm in comfort and smooth drivability. It has all the modern amenities and yet is easy to drive without needing to learn a new computer language. The Mercedes-Benz name is known for elegance and this model has that plus great gas mileage and reliability on the road. It is also among the best-priced cars today and has superior trade-in value.

Jamie T

I love how fast the car is and that it handles very well on the road.

It is very fast and it handles well on the road. Love the car! I do not like how the seats are peeling off.

Debbie U

Why buy a Mercedes Benz C300.

My vehicle is very expensive to maintain but it drives like a dream. There is no other like a Mercedes.I have never broken down or had issues with my car, it rides very smooth and is not to heavy or light, I feel safe while driving my vehicle. I would definitely recommend this vehicle to a family member or friend.

Negative Owner Reviews

Terra

Sharp

At 65,000 miles the timing chain goes bad the cost 3900 for repairs

Terra

Your windows will never work properly.

Windows will neverwork properly.

adrian h

Beautiful exterior and interior. Fast yet comfortable.

Luxury car but very expensive in terms of gas and repairs. Had an accident because the car slipped in the snowfall. Very beautiful car and comfortable on the other hand.

Sabrina B

My c250 Mercedes Benz 2012 sports car.

The car is small in nature. Really can only fit two with comfort. It has two doors, sunroof. It is an older model. It runs like a race car. It is silver with silver interior. It does have an outdated navigation system which takes so long to program.

Terri B

It is a smooth riding car.

No key fob, or backup camera, the covering on the buttons to roll up windows and to control volume it peels a lot and the whole piece has to be replaced. It rides well, and it gets decent gas mileage, it is comfortable for long rides but it has a small armrest that the driver and passenger have to share.

Almyr Z

Mercedes Benz c300 2012 review.

Nothing, everything is good. I just wish it was faster. Some interior styling improvement would be better. I hate that I do not have a paddle shifter. I will upgrade soon tho. It needs to be faster. It is comfortable though and it is reliable. I never had any issues with it.

Rachel E

Super compact and comfortable. Perfect for suburbs and urban cities.

This car is great for work or school commute. Limited storage in the trunk and small back seat. Personally many features on mine have stopped working. 2-3 times a week the steering wheel and seat adjustments lock up, I have assume it to be a short circuit due to old age of the vehicle.

Melinda H

The Car With A Mind Of Its Own

One unnecessary feature is the little coffee cup icon. It appears when the vehicle thinks you need a break from driving. I don't know what the criteria are for it to decide that, but it's insulting.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

C 250 Sport

201 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats

C 250 Luxury

201 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats

C 250

201 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats

C 300 Sport

228 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats

C 300 Luxury

228 HP 20 MPG 5 Seats

C 350 Sport

302 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats

C 350

302 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

C 63 AMG

451 HP 18 MPG 5 Seats

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2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Owner Reviews

4.50

132 Reviews

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Andi O on June 25, 2021

Elegant, sleek and classy.

The car is 8 years old and has not yet given us any problems. It looks sleek, modern and elegant despite its age. It has features like warning you when you are too close to another car, which is something you do not really see in many other cars of the same age.

Patrick B on June 19, 2021

My car runs great. You pay for what you get.

Very reliable. Alternator issue. But car runs very well. Made cross country trip non stop. I have two cars that are similar. Just do regular maintenance and we are good to go. I only wish that parts were cheaper. But you get what you pay for. So I can settle for that.

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Pros from Owners

Hailey K.

Car has a beautiful interior and sleek exterior. Features are driver focused and orientated. Ease of switching from eco to sport mode. Plenty of space in the back seat. Lots of trunk room for carrying groceries.

Cons from Owners

Hailey K.

The cars gas price is very high and it is difficult to use a higher octane level on the car without the check engine light turning on. When the car is very cold the car will stall a few times. The price to have repairs and oil changes is very expensive.

Ranks #7 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 16 other Luxury Small Cars.

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The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has a combined MPG of 31 which ranks it #2 of 16 other Luxury Small Cars.

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Is The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class A Good Car?

I find it to be a very good vehicle; it is luxurious, has a great engine and is comfortable. The interior is cheaply made. That is the only drawback.

topher t.

Yes, although repairs and upkeep are expensive. It gets good gas mileage and drives nicely. For my geographical area an all wheel drive vehicle would be better.

kendall J.

Yes, it is very reliable especially in harsh conditions. And it is a very safe car. It drives good and when I started driving years ago it made my time easier and I felt very safe

Crystal F.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

It is reliable so far. It has its little ups and downs like all cars, but it is good to go so far. I like it.

topher t.

Yes. I did have a significant problem with my particular car that is very rare and was costly. It seems to have been resolved

Patty G.

Some hail damage, but that was fixed. Also the radio does not work for some reason. We believe it is a loose wire somewhere.

Linda C.

Is The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class A Good Value?

It is a good value for the mercedes-benz name. The upkeep is the more pricey thing about it, but I feel it evens itself out.

topher t.

I honestly do not remember how much it costs, but I do believe it was a good value due to the fact the car is very safe and reliable.

Kayla B.

Frequently Asked Questions

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2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: What is the oil type and capacity?

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Not Rated

Rollover

Side

Not Rated

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Models

2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Owner Reviews

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Ranks #7 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

Ranks #2 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

Is The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class A Good Car?

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