Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan 2012, C-Class Coupe 2012, C250 2012, C350 2012 User Manual

2012 C-Class Sedan and Coupe

125! years of innovation

In 1886, Carl B enz wa s awar ded th e paten t for i nventi ng the first car,

while just 60 miles away, Gottli eb Dai mler d evelo ped hi s own v ersion.

Betw een th em the y also invent ed the motorc ycle a nd truck, a nd won

the fir st aut o race . For 125 years, a pass ion fo r inno vation has dr iven

Merce des -Benz to con tinual ly re invent the au tomobi le — c reati ng an

ongoing l egacy of fi rsts t hat keep re definin g the sta ndard f or all car s.

Among them, t he 4 -wheel indep endent sus pension 80 years ago. Fuel

injection an d crumple zones in the 1950s. And in the last 20 year s, the

Electroni c Stabilit y Progra m, side cur tain air bag s, and adapti ve brakes.

Today, the Three -Pointed Star r emains far m ore than a shin ing symbol

of Mercede s -Ben z innovation . It’s a guiding beaco n for all automo biles.

C 250 Coup e shown at left with Ar ctic Wh ite pain t and opt ional 18" AMG t win 5 -spoke wheels .

C 350 Sport S edan shown above with Blac k paint, and optional 18" AMG 7-s poke wheels and Lighting Packa ge.

thousands of improvements. no compromises.

Why do drivers across the globe choose the C -Class more than any other Mercedes - Benz? Is it because of its obvious value, or the deeper appeal

of its inherent virtues? Perhaps it’s the wide selection of models, styles and powertrains. More likely, it’s because the C -Class never makes a driver

choose one priority at the expense of another: Its thoroughbred performance is teamed with top -rated safety. Sophisticated luxury is delivered in

sporty style. And cutting - edge technology is wrapped in a proven devotion to craftsmanship and quality. For 2012, Mercedes -Benz engineers have

come to the C - Class with more than 2,000 improvements — from brilliant new engines and safety innovations, to a sharpened design and first-ever

two -door body style. But just as important is what they knew not to change: The uncompromised character that makes it an ideal fit for the times,

and for drivers all over the world. Introducing the advanced Sport Sedans, enhanced Luxury Sedans and entirely new Coupes of the 2012 C -Class.

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While the redesigned 2012 C-Class Sport and Luxury Sedans offer an unsurpassed diversity of model

choices, what they have in common is what sets them apart. From the new turbocharged C 250 to the

all - wheel -drive C 300 4matic™ to the 302 - hp C 350, each C -Class Sedan moves decisively ahead in

precision, performance and protection. New engines boost torque and efficiency, for quicker footwork

with a gentler footprint. Exclusive innovations in safety help sharpen their reflexes, and yours. Brilliant

LED taillamps and Daytime Running Lamps call your attention to the advanced technology within. Their

cabins are enriched, enlivened, and keenly focused on engaging each of your senses. And their crisp,

clean design has been honed to slice through the wind, and carve through the clutter of the crowd.

the cutting edge. freshly sharpened.

The Sport Sedans. W ith aggressively sculpted lower body styling
and a grille- mounted Star, the C 250, C 300 4matic and C 350 Sport
Sedans make no secret of their performance pedigree. Staggered­width 17" wheels, perforated front brake discs, a so und- optimized
exhaust and a lowered, sport- tuned suspension bring it all to life.

The Luxury Sedans. With elegant styling led by a chrome grille and
stand- up Star, the C 250 and C 300 4matic Luxury Sedans celebrate
a legacy of refinement. A comfort -tuned su spension an d 17" alloy
wheels put that elegance into motion. In design and driving pleasure,
there’s refin ement on ever y surface, and precision in eve ry cur ve.

C 250 Sedans. An all- new 201-hp 1.8-liter turbocharged 4 - cylinder
engine whisks the C 250 Sport and Luxury Sedans from 0 to 60 mph in
a mere 7.1 seconds,1 yet returns up to 31 mpg on the highway.2 Power
flows seamlessly through a 7-speed automatic transmission that’s been
reengineered for crisper, smoother and more efficient performance.

C 300 4matic Sedans. A silky, eager-revving 228 -hp V- 6 in the C 300
4matic Sport and Luxury Sedans turns torque into traction via 4matic
all- wheel drive.3 Winter confidence meets dry- road cornering fun, thanks
to the system’s light weight and 45:55 front/rear torque split. And with
its responsive 7- speed automatic, 60 mph arrives in just 7.1 seconds.1

C 350 Sport Sedan. A new-generation 3.5- liter Direct Injection V-6 feeds
its 302 hp to the pavement via an advanced 7-speed automatic and AMG
twin 5- spoke wheels. And while it can achieve 29 highway mpg,2 its rear
spoiler offers a hint that performance is its priority. A quicker- than-ever
0–60 time of 5.9 seconds1 asserts the point with far less subtlety.

C 350 Sport Sedan show n above with optiona l Lunar Blue metalli c paint, 18" AMG tw in 5- spoke wheels, and Lig hting and Premium 1 Packages.

C 300 4matic Luxury S edan shown at right wi th Black paint and opti onal Lighting Package . Please see endnotes a t back of brochure.

C 350 Sport Sedan show n with Black interi or, and optio nal Burl Walnut wood t rim, KEYLESS -GO,
PARKTRON IC, and Multimedia a nd Premium 1 Packages. Pleas e see endnotes at back of b rochure.

From their high -resolution driving and entertainment displays to their hand-fitted upholstery, the cabins of the 2012

C - Class Sport and Luxury Sedans initiate a new age of innovation while honoring a timeless tradition of craftsmanship.

In every element, you can see and feel a heightened sense of both excitement and refinement. Crisp, three- dimensional

instruments surround a vivid color multifunction display. A large LCD screen takes center stage above the console.

Well -placed controls reward your touch with ergonomic logic and elegant finishes. And innovative luxuries — from

standard Bluetooth® audio streaming to an available voice-controlled 80GB navigation system — offer new ways to feel

connected. The C -Class Sedan cockpit does more than elevate the state of the art. It celebrates the art of driving.

driving ambition. in high definition.

The Sport Sedan cabi n. Deeply contoured power fr ont sport seats,
brushed aluminum peda ls and flat -bottom 3 -s poke steering wheel4
put the focus on performance. Crisp aluminum adorns the C 250 and
C 300 4matic™ cockpits. Dramatic Black Ash wood dresses the C 350.
And the warmth of Burl Walnut wood is optional on all Sport Sedans.

The Luxury Sedan cabin. Tone- on-tone colors and the rich glow of
Burl Walnut wood trim highlight the elegance of the C 250 and C 300
4matic Luxury Sedans. The leather- wrapped 4- spoke steering wheel
speaks not only of refineme nt, however. As with every C -Cl ass, it’s
also your poi nt of conta ct for its brilliantly articulated handling .

Why run along with the crowd when you can race away in

style? Introducing the entirely new C - Class Coupes, the

newest chapter in a rich legacy of performance, poise and

personality. Like every Mercedes - Benz coupe, they wrap

four sport seats and a deep passion for driving in a sleek,

windswept shape. And like every C - Class, they’re paragons

of engineering virtue and extraordinary value — with class -

leading safety innovations and first- class luxuries. Standard

paddle shifters put all the torque of a new generation of

engines directly in your hands. The sport -tuned AGILITY

CONTROL suspension takes to corners with the tenacity of

staggered - width 17" wheels and tires. And if power - slides

are more your style, the C -Class Coupe has you covered

from top to bottom: With a standard all- glass Panorama roof

that sweeps open at the touch of a button, and the ideal,

race-bred balance of rear-wheel drive — if you catch our drift.

apart from the crowd.

ahead of the curve.

C 250 Coupe s hown above with opti onal Iridium Silver m etallic paint, 18" AMG 7-spoke w heels, KEYLESS -G O, PARKTR ONIC, and Lighting Pa ckage.
C 350 Coupe shown at rig ht with optional Palla dium Silver metall ic paint and 18" AMG 7- spoke wheels. Ple ase see endnotes at bac k of brochure.

C 250 Coupe. Turbocharging and Direct Inj ection unle ash 201 hp and
229 lb - ft of torque from 1.8 liters of lightweight, free -revving 4 -cylinder
engine. With a driver -adaptive 7- speed automatic, it’ll deliver 60 mph
in just 7.1 seconds1 and up to 31 highway mpg.2 Its 17" 5- spoke wheels
are wider at the rear axle, to put power more assertively to the pavement
while preserving the crisp feel and direct feedback of its agile steering.

C 350 Coupe. A 302-hp 3.5-liter Direct Injection V- 6 channels 273 lb- ft
of torque to the rear wheels, for a 0–60 sprint of 5.9 seconds.1 A close ­ratio 7- speed automa tic, larger f ront brakes, s taggered 17" AMG twin
5- spoke wheels and a rear spoiler help fill out its performance résumé.