2012 Mercedes C350 Coupe Test Drive and Review 

Most modern understandable car review. Really appreciate it

Just got mine yesterday, one of the nicest cars I’ve ever drove

Great review. I just purchased one of these and I’m picking it up Thursday. 2015 C350 Coupe 4Matic optioned out w/ AMG package. Paying just over $24k.

I’m currently considering both a 2013 C250 and C350 coupes. Thanks for the vid.

this is my dream car! looking to get one very soon!

I had a 2013 C250 (petrol) and how you described the car is absolutely on the money. The engines actually have plenty of punch, when throttle kicks in the cars really do get up and go pretty well. The problem is that there is a real feeling of "lag" to every driver input. The throttle as you said seems to feel somewhat delayed - like you put your foot down and the car responds half a second later. It's the same thing with the gearbox, just as you mentioned - even in manual mode when you change gear, it feels like the car actually changes a second or so later. All of this can make the car a little frustrating to drive in those moments when you do want to get going quickly - like when you need to get into a gap in traffic to over take, or jump into a gap in traffic when turning out of a side street, etc. If you dont care about any of this then its a brilliant car. The interior is a lovely place to be (mine had the dark - almost black - wood veneer which was stunning), it's a very easy car to drive (light steering, tight turning circle, good ergonomics, etc) and it's the most comfortable car I've ever owned on a long drive. Biggest key I think for anybody looking at one of these cars is DO NOT think of it as a sports car. If you're looking for a fun, engaging sports car that's going to make your heart race every time you drive it, then this will not be for you. If you're looking for a beautifully built and appointed luxury cruiser that's effortless to drive and stunning to look at then this car will be perfect for you. On a side note, build quality on these cars really in fantastic. I looked at quite a few of these when I was shopping for mine, and the thign that impressed me most about this generation C class is that pretty much regardless of age and mileage they all looked damn near brand new on the inside. I first looked at an early pre-facelift (2008 I think) with about 160,000km and even it looked like brand new inside. In fact I've yet to see a single W204 C-Class that didnt look near new inside. The materials hold up incrediibly well over time.

I'm saving up to get this for my first car, only thing I'm worried about is reliability but that doesn't seem like a problem with these😇

I live in the uk and I've had mine 3 years and I agree with every word you've said

I own this car- the nicestr car I ever owned. Gets phenomenal mileage- over34 mpg. Amazing. I plan to keep it. Bought it new. Have only 48,000 miles.

I have one of these. A fantastic car to drive! Great on the open roads and nippy in the city.

I have a C350cdi FANTASTIC CAR…!!! So fast and easy to drive and 60mpg…!!, massively underrated car

I got my 2012 C350 from Edmonton and drove it back to Toronto!

there is a transmission tune out there to really speed up the shifts, helps alot and makes the car feel alot more modern

I daily a c350 4matic 150 miles round trip. I've had the car since '14 and it's a fantastic one. 25ish miles per gallon depending on how happy with the throttle I get but usually no lower than 23. Maintenance has been 90% wear and tear items. I'll be a little sad when I eventually sell it.

I got an 09 c350. I wish I had a 12-14 year model with the nicer interior and little more power to the engine.

i like this guy so i will tell you all a few of my fun secrets!!.. i am a 2011 E350 AMG sport owner love my car!!! never gonna get rid of it..the stance it has is untouchable even the 2020 models dont even come close to the stance of what the 2010 to 11 models have. the 2020 models look to much like the chrysler 200 in the rear lol. so to keep your benz happy and even more fun about the Fuel, he is right i run an E85 mix with premium fuel ..E85 has a 105 octain rating mix it with 93 oct premium its a must, it keeps everything clean the e85 will bump up the timing wich is what u want u get better power output from it. no tune needed. second ..oil, run only and only!!! Liqui moly .. Motul pintosin total or amsoil no mobile 1 or castroil stay away from those 2! in heat the moblie 1 5w30 thins out then u start to hear minor lifter ticking u need a thicker oil.. i run 5w40 liqui moly with 1 quart of 15w40 it gives it the perfect thickness in 100 degree heat with the air going. its ok in the winter time too. now exhaust!! from the secondary cats strait pipe it all the way back its ok not to loud no drone now that v6 can breathe !!! delete the mufflers too. then throw in K&N air filters the more air the more power!! follow these steps you will have a blast...and i have never ever seen my check engine light since i got the car in 2013 its 2020 now need i say more. and ya i did get a 12 hp increase from everything i did. the e85 did help the computer will take care of the fuel to air mixture. dont run the e85 strait!!! u godda mix it. and to get max power and torque use paddle shifters the 7 speed tranny is good but it down shifts when it wants to not when u need it too! so use paddle shifters.

This is my dream I hope I can get it on my 16th birthday 🎂🎉

Mine is a 2013 version and only 67k. Love it

Nice Alex! Great video and review!

I have a 2015 C Class, and yes, it is sluggish in Economy mode, as you would expect. It is entirely different in Sport Mode and the automatic transmission responses quickly in Sport Mode, particularly if you use the paddles. Mine is a 2015 and I have had no problems with it at all and the build quality is excellent.

Great video man

I live in Australia and have had the 2012 C250 coupe for 4 years now. Mine is a diesel motor and I have achieved 6.4km/100litres (claimed is 5.1 but you never expect to achieve that). I love the car and still take it out just for the thrill of driving it. It had 34.000km on the clock when I bought it and now has 112,500km up.

There’s a 6 speed manual but it’s pretty rare c300

This car is awesome, I have the c250 with a turbo not so fast but REAALLY Fun to drive . I beat the shit out of it , I have 120,xxx miles and I barely maintain it but some how , some way, it’s running great 👍 (Reminder you can always engine swap you car)

The transmition on this c350 is like that also on the c63 its like that

Considering this model and year. Thanks! Very understandable.

Damn Calgary 🎉I’m buying one soon but AWD wish me luck

Sad to hear that the gears are slow response

What does edition 1 mean for 2012 c350 coupe

Price?

Should I buy it

you should keep reviewing cars

Did you have winter tires on during this shoot?

just based off the backround while driving are you from alberta?

Good review. Keep it simple.

Thanx for keeping it real brotha this car's a no go

Who the heck is Izzy ?!

Mileage is excellent. Don't know why commentator said that.

He keeps referring to it as a Sports Car, and it is a Sporty Sedan, but not a Sports Car.

And it seats 4

salam!

aff sou cute and sexy guy

Is this car popular in canda?!

Sports car and sporty car is two different things. Also beefing up an economy car still does not make it a sports car.