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2012 Mercedes-Benz C300 review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

18 city, 25 highway, 20 combined

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.4 out of 5

25 customer reviews
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C300 earns high satisfaction for its smooth ride, precise handling, elegant design, and robust safety features. Technology, fuel efficiency, and luxury are appreciated, but cargo limitations and costly maintenance are common concerns, alongside rare reliability issues. Ideal for comfort-focused drivers.

RepairPal reliability rating

4
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RepairPal gave the Mercedes-Benz C300 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Mercedes-Benz C300 20th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Mercedes-Benz C300 features and specs

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Sport 4D Sedan 4WD/AWD

Standard Features

  • Sunroof(s)
  • Heated Mirrors
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cruise Control
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • 4WD/AWD
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio

Optional Features

  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Rear View Camera
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Harman Kardon Sound
  • Navigation System
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Drive Wheels

All-Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

228

Torque (ft-lbs)

221

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

17.4

Wheelbase

108.7"

Overall length

180.8"

Width

69.7"

Height

56.3"

Leg room

F 41.7"/R 33.4"

Head room

F 37.1"/R 36.9"

Front tires

P225/45R17

Rear tires

P245/40R17

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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